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iKey SLK-101-8L-OEM Backlit Rugged Keyboard With 8 Lighting Levels
The iKey™ SlimKey SLK-101-8L-OEM keyboard combines full-sized versatility and durability in a rugged, compact form. Engineered with NEMA 4X protection against dust, water, and corrosive substances, this keyboard withstands challenging environments where standard keyboards would fail. The SLK-101-8L-OEM is designed with eight levels of green LED backlighting, ensuring visibility in low-light conditions and is available in a night vision (NVIS) compatible configuration. Built to meet MIL-STD-461 standards, this rugged keyboard is highly resistant to electromagnetic interference, making it ideal for military, aerospace, oil and gas, and heavy industrial settings. The keyboard features a large numeric pad, allowing for seamless data entry even in tough conditions. Each OEM kit includes an industrial silicone keypad, switch matrix board, keyboard controller, and cables, providing a comprehensive, rugged data-entry solution.
SLK-101-8L-OEM Features
- Green Backlit Keys with Eight Levels of Backlighting
- Option NVIS Compliant -Green B backlighting
- Integrated 10-Key Numeric Pad
- OEM Kit: PCB, rubber overlay, and cable
- High EMI Standards
- Designed to meet MIL-STD-461E Specifications
- Industrial Silicone Rubber Keypad
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Product Type
Format
IP Rating
Manufacturer
Country Of Manufacture
United States
Backlight
Green, Option for NVIS Green
Custom Options Products
Keyboard Layout,Keyboard Language,Interface,Backlight Colour,Custom Logo,Epoxy Coating,Conformal Coating,PU Coating,Matt Silicone Coating
Dimensions
14.40" x 5.05" x 0.25" (w-h-d) 365.7mm x 128mm x 6.4mm
Function Keys
12 Keys
Housing Colour
Black
Humidity
100% Humidity Resistant
Backlight
Green Backlit Keys with Eight Levels of Backlighting - Optional NVIS Compliant -Green B backlighting
Compatibility
All Windows and MAC OS
Dimensions
14.40" x 5.05" x 0.25" (w-h-d) 365.7mm x 128mm x 6.4mm
EMI
Ideal for harsh EMI environments
Function Keys
12 Function Keys
Humidity
100% Humidity Resistant
Key Feedback
Tactile with mechanical snap
Key Material
Industrial silicone rubber
Key Switch
Carbon Contact
LED Indicators
Caps Lock, Num Lock
Lifespan
10 million cycles +
Mounting Type
OEM
No. Of Keys
101
Operating Force
7.05 oz +/- 1.06 oz (200g +/- 30g)
Power
USB: 210mA@5V (from CPU port)
Product Weight
0.45 kg +/- 0.05 kg
Shock
3x11 ms pulses of 50g on each of 3 axes
Supply Current
210mA
Supply Voltage
5 Volts
Switch Force
7.05 oz +/- 1.06 oz (200g +/- 30g)
Switch / Key Travel
0.055 in. (1.4mm)
Temperature Range
STORAGE: -40C to +90C (-40F to +194F) OPERATING: -40C to +70C (-40F to +158F)
Vibration
POWER SPECTRAL DENSITY: 0.04g/Hz FREQUENCY RANGE: 20Hz - 2 kHz DURATION OF TEST PER AXIS: 3 hours
Lifetime
10 million cycles
Operating Temperature
OPERATING: -40C to +70C (-40F to +158F)
Shock
3x11 ms pulses of 50g on each of 3 axes
Storage Temperature
STORAGE: -40C to +90C (-40F to +194F)
Temperature Rating
STORAGE: -40C to +90C (-40F to +194F) OPERATING: -40C to +70C (-40F to +158F)
The iKey SLK-101-8L-OEM Backlit Rugged Keyboard With 8 Lighting Levels is designed to meet the demands of various markets that require rugged, reliable products. Below are some of the key industries where the SLK-101-8L-OEM is commonly used:
Aerospace, Industrial and Manufacturing, Marine and Offshore, Military and Defence
These examples highlight the versatility of the iKey SLK-101-8L-OEM Backlit Rugged Keyboard With 8 Lighting Levels across a range of market applications, with its potential extending far beyond the sectors listed here. For more information or to assess if this Keyboard, Rugged Keyboard fits your specific needs, please contact us.
The iKey SLK-101-8L-OEM Backlit Rugged Keyboard With 8 Lighting Levels comes with a 1 Year Limited Warranty against defects in workmanship and materials, effective from the date of shipment (unless otherwise agreed in writing).
To receive service under this warranty, the eligible product, iKey SLK-101-8L-OEM Backlit Rugged Keyboard With 8 Lighting Levels, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.
For more information about the iKey SLK-101-8L-OEM Backlit Rugged Keyboard With 8 Lighting Levels or to arrange repairs and services not covered by the warranty, please visit the warranty section on our website.
Do you need further details about the iKey SLK-101-8L-OEM Backlit Rugged Keyboard With 8 Lighting Levels or require a custom solution or demonstration?
At FB Peripherals, we recognise that every project has its own unique demands. If you have any questions about the iKey SLK-101-8L-OEM or need a custom Keyboard solution designed specifically for you, our team of technical experts are ready to assist you.
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