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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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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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