iKey BT-80 Bluetooth Rugged Keyboard

Designed for demanding environments, the iKey BT-80 Bluetooth Rugged Keyboard offers a compact, industrial-grade input solution with reliable wireless connectivity across iOS, Windows, and Android tablets. Its robust ABS polycarbonate housing is sealed to IP65 standards, providing dust and moisture protection suited for field and vehicle use. The 12-key layout features industrial silicone rubber keys with tactile mechanical snap action, rated for over ten million actuations to ensure long-term reliability.

Red backlighting supports low-light conditions, while the rechargeable lithium-ion battery with intelligent power management extends operational availability for mobile deployments. With compliance to MIL-STD-810G for shock and vibration resistance, the BT-80 withstands rigorous usage scenarios, including medical carts and in-vehicle installation, aided by a VESA mounting interface. Operating comfortably between -20 6C and +60 6C, this keyboard delivers consistent performance with easy Bluetooth pairing in under 30 seconds, optimising rapid field deployment and ongoing use without wired constraints.

BT-80 Features

  • Fully Sealed, Compact IP65 Case
  • Bluetooth Wireless Technology
  • Adjustable LED Backlighting
  • Tablet Integrated Hot Keys
  • Various Keyboard and Language Layout Options
  • Customisation Available On Request

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Manufacturer

Certifications & Standards

Ruggedness

IP Rating

Mounting Format

Country Of Manufacture

United States

Backlight

Red

Case Material

ABS Polycarbonate

Certifications

IP65

Custom Options Products

Keyboard Layout,Keyboard Language,Cable Type,Cable Length,Interface

Dimensions

5.78" x 11.58" x .87"

Housing Colour

Black

Humidity

100% Humidity Resistant

Cable

LENGTH: 5.4' straight (1.6 m) DESIGN: Single cable USB

Compatibility

Mac OS and iOS

Connectivity

Wireless , Bluetooth

Flammability

PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD: 94 VO SILICONE OVERLAY: 94HB

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" ACTUATION FORCE: 7.05 oz +/- 1.06 oz (200g +/- 30g) FEEDBACK: Tactile with Mechanical Snap

Lifespan

>10 Million Actuations

No. Of Keys

80

Pointing Device

No Pointer

Power

Bluetooth: Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery

Product Weight

1.2 +/- 0.10 lbs (0.54 +/- 0.05kg)

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: -40F to +158F (-40C to +70C) OPERATING: -4F to +140F (-20C to +60C)

The iKey BT-80 Bluetooth Rugged Keyboard is designed and engineered for use in demanding environments where reliability, durability are essential. The BT-80 supports a wide range of industries and operational applications.

Common deployment industries include: Defence And Military, Healthcare And Medical, Industrial Manufacturing, Logistics And Supply Chain, Public Sector, Rail And Transport.

Across these sectors, the BT-80 is typically used in applications such as Emergency Dispatch And Incident Management, Health, Safety, And Compliance Inspections, Inventory Management And Stock Control, Medical Carts And Clinical Mobile Workstations, Mobile Workforce Operations, Proof Of Delivery And Last-Mile Logistics, Secure Access, Authentication, And Control Terminals, Vehicle-Mounted Computing (MDTs / VMCs).

These examples demonstrate the versatility of the BT-80 across both industry sectors and real-world operational use cases. Its suitability extends well beyond the scenarios listed above, making it a flexible solution for a broad range of requirements.

For further information, or to assess whether the BT-80 is appropriate for your specific application, please contact us.

The iKey BT-80 Bluetooth Rugged Keyboard comes with a Standard Manufacturers Limited Warranty + Option To Extend 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 BT-80 Bluetooth Rugged Keyboard, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.

For more information about the iKey BT-80 Bluetooth 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 BT-80 Bluetooth Rugged Keyboard, or would you like to discuss a customised solution or demonstration?

At RUGGED, we recognise that every project has its own unique demands. If you have any questions about the iKey BT-80 or need a custom solution designed specifically for you, our team of technical experts are ready to assist you.

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