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iKey SLK-102 Backlit Rugged Keyboard
iKey’s SlimKey™ SLK-102 keyboard provides full-size versatility in a rugged, compact design, with the added convenience of an integrated HulaPoint;. It features red LED backlit keys for use in areas with minimal lighting. The SlimKey™ SLK-102 is engineered to meet NEMA 4X specifications and is ideal for use in industrial, medical and material handling applications. The large numeric pad on the SLK-102 allows for easy data entry, while the robust polycarbonate case is durable in the roughest of environments.
SLK-102 Features
- Slim, Compact Design
- Integrated Pointing Device
- Integrated LED Backlighting
- Ms Windows Function Keys
- Various Keyboard and Language Layout Options
- Customisation Available On Request
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Product Type
Format
IP Rating
Manufacturer
Country Of Manufacture
United States
Backlight
Red
Case Material
ABS Polycarbonate
Certifications
IP Rated, NEMA 4X UL60950, FCC Part 15 Class B
Custom Options Products
Keyboard Layout,Keyboard Language,Cable Type,Cable Length,Interface
Dimensions
14.60" x 5.55" x 1.05" (w-h-d) 370.8mm x 141mm x 26.7mm
Housing Colour
Black
Humidity
100% Humidity Resistant
Cable
LENGTH: 10' straight (3 m)
Compatibility
PS/2 KEYBOARD/HULAPOINT: All Windows Operating Systems USB KEYBOARD/HULAPOINT: All Windows and Macintosh OS
Flammability
PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD: 94 VO SILICONE OVERLAY: 94HB INTERFACE CABLE: 94 VO
Function Keys
12 Keys
Key Feedback
Tactile with Mechanical Snap
Key Material
Industrial Silicone Rubber
Key Switch
MATERIAL: Industrial silicone rubber LIFE: 10 million cycles TRAVEL: 0.055 in. (1.4mm) ACTUATION FORCE: 7.05 oz. +/- 1.06 oz. (200g +/- 30g) FEEDBACK: Tactile with mechanical snap
Lifespan
>10 Million Actuations
No. Of Keys
88
Pointing Device
HulaPoint
Power
PS/2: KEYBOARD: 210mA@5V (from Keyboard port) HULAPOINT: 35mA@5V (from Mouse port) USB: 245mA@5V (from CPU port)
Product Weight
1.5 lbs +/- 0.10 lbs (0.68 kg +/- 0.05 kg)
Shock
3 x 11 ms Pulses of 50g on each of 3 Axes
Switch Force
200g (+/- 30g)
Switch / Key Travel
0.055 in (1.4mm)
Vibration
POWER SPECTRAL DENSITY: 0.04g/Hz FREQUENCY RANGE: 20Hz - 2 kHz DURATION OF TEST PER AXIS: 3 hours
Shock
3 x 11 ms Pulses of 50g on each of 3 Axes
Temperature Rating
STORAGE: -40C to +90C (-40F to +194F) OPERATING: -40C to +70C (-40F to +158F)
The iKey SLK-102 Backlit Rugged Keyboard is designed to meet the demands of various markets that require rugged, reliable products. Below are some of the key industries where the SLK-102 is commonly used:
Aerospace, Industrial and Manufacturing, Marine and Offshore, Medical and Healthcare, Military and Defence, Pharmaceutical
These examples highlight the versatility of the iKey SLK-102 Backlit Rugged Keyboard 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-102 Backlit Rugged Keyboard 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-102 Backlit Rugged Keyboard, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.
For more information about the iKey SLK-102 Backlit Rugged Keyboard 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-102 Backlit Rugged Keyboard 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-102 or need a custom Keyboard solution designed specifically for you, our team of technical experts are ready to assist you.
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