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iKey SLP-86-911-461 Military Grade Panel Mount Backlit Rugged Keyboard
The iKey SLP-86-911-461 keyboard is designed to meet MIL-STD-461 standards, the SL-86-911-461 is ideal for harsh environments where electromagnetic interference is a top concern.
In addition, the SL-86-911-461 features an emergency key that, when pressed, sends a signal of Shift+F1 and lights up for 30 seconds. The SL-86-911-461 integrates the Hula Point II;, an upgraded pointing device that offers improved sensitivity and increased durability. It boasts a completely sealed and ruggedized construction that, when properly sealed, allows it to meet NEMA 4X specifications, ensuring that this keyboard is sealed against the elements or unwanted spills.
SLP-86-911-461 Features
- Designed To Meet MIL-STD-461F
- Integrated LED Backlighting
- One-Touch Emergency Key
- 86-Key Functionality
- 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
NEMA 4X, CE UL60950, FCC Part 15 Class B
Custom Options Products
Keyboard Layout,Keyboard Language,Cable Type,Cable Length,Interface
Dimensions
11.80" x 6.79" x 1.35" (w-h-d) 299.7mm x 172.5mm x 34.3mm CUTOUT: 10.40" x 5.40" (w-h) 264.2mm x 137.2
Housing Colour
Black
Humidity
100% Humidity Resistant
Cable
LENGTH: 4 feet (1.2 meters) DESIGN: "Y" PS/2 Cable (providing separate keyboard and mouse connections)
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: Greater than 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
86
Pointing Device
HulaPoint
Power
PS2: KEYBOARD: 250mA@5V (from PS2 port)
Product Weight
1.75 lbs (0.79 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 SLP-86-911-461 Military Grade Panel Mount 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 SLP-86-911-461 is commonly used:
Aerospace, Industrial and Manufacturing, Marine and Offshore, Military and Defence
These examples highlight the versatility of the iKey SLP-86-911-461 Military Grade Panel Mount 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 SLP-86-911-461 Military Grade Panel Mount 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 SLP-86-911-461 Military Grade Panel Mount Backlit Rugged Keyboard, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.
For more information about the iKey SLP-86-911-461 Military Grade Panel Mount 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 SLP-86-911-461 Military Grade Panel Mount 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 SLP-86-911-461 or need a custom Keyboard solution designed specifically for you, our team of technical experts are ready to assist you.
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