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iKey DBL-810-TB Rugged Keyboard With Trackball
For teams working across industrial and field environments, the iKey DBL-810-TB Rugged Keyboard With Trackball offers a sealed, durable input solution. Its stainless steel housing and industrial silicone rubber keys provide resistance to moisture, dust, and mechanical impact. The integrated 25-mm sealed trackball uses stainless steel switches for precise control in continuous-duty settings. Designed to meet NEMA 4X standards, this keyboard resists water and dust ingress, suitable for harsh operational conditions. Compliance with MIL-STD-810G ensures it withstands shock and vibration typical in industrial, military, and outdoor deployments.
The keys feature tactile feedback with mechanical snap and a lifespan exceeding 10 million actuations, supporting extended reliability. With a choice of PS/2 or USB interfaces, it integrates smoothly with various Windows and Macintosh systems. The robust design includes a 10-foot cable and an overlay made from industrial-grade silicone rubber, providing enduring performance and minimal maintenance needs across demanding applications.
DBL-810-TB Features
- Integrated Green LED Backlighting
- Fully Sealed 25mm Integrated Trackball
- Rugged Stainless Steel Case and Keyboard Pad
- USB and PS2 Configurations Available
- Various Keyboard and Language Layout Options
- Customisation Available On Request
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Product Type
Manufacturer
Certifications & Standards
Ruggedness
IP Rating
Mounting Format
Country Of Manufacture
United States
Backlight
No Backlight
Case Material
ABS Polycarbonate
Certifications
IP Rated, NEMA 4X
Custom Options Products
Keyboard Layout,Keyboard Language,Cable Type,Cable Length,Interface
Dimensions
14.80" x 5.72" x 1.32" (w-h-d) 376mm x 144.3mm x 33.5mm
Height
(37,5 mm)
Housing Colour
Black
Humidity
100% Humidity Resistant
Cable
LENGTH: 10 feet (3.05 meters) DESIGN: "Y" PS/2 Cable (providing separate keyboard and mouse connections), or USB cable
Compatibility
PS/2 KEYBOARD/TRACKBALL: All Windows Operating Systems USB KEYBOARD/TRACKBALL: All Windows and Macintosh OS
Flammability
PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD: 94 VO SILICONE OVERLAY: 94HB INTERFACE CABLE: 94 VO
Function Keys
10 Keys
Height
(37,5 mm)
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. (1.4 mm) ACTUATION FORCE: 7.05oz +/- 1.05oz (200g +/- 30g) FEEDBACK: Tactile with mechanical snap
Lifespan
>10 Million Actuations
No. Of Keys
81
Pointing Device
Trackball
Power
PS2: KEYBOARD: 200mA@5V (from Keyboard port) TRACKBALL: 20mA@5V (from Mouse port) USB: 220mA@5V (from CPU port)
Product Weight
4 lbs +/- .10 lbs (1.8 1kg +/- .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
Length
(117 mm)
Shock
3 x 11 ms Pulses of 50g on each of 3 Axes
Temperature Rating
STORAGE: -40C to +85C (-40F to +185F) OPERATING: 0C to +65C (+32F to +149F)
Width
(65 mm)
The iKey DBL-810-TB Rugged Keyboard With Trackball is designed and engineered for use in demanding environments where reliability, durability are essential. The DBL-810-TB supports a wide range of industries and operational applications.
Common deployment industries include: Construction, Defence And Military, Emergency Services, Energy and Utilities, Industrial Manufacturing, Marine And Offshore, Oil and Gas, Rail And Transport.
Across these sectors, the DBL-810-TB is typically used in applications such as ATEX And Hazardous-Area Data Capture, Health, Safety, And Compliance Inspections, Industrial HMI And Machine Interfacing, Preventive And Corrective Maintenance, Process Control And Shop-Floor Monitoring, SCADA And Control-Room Access, Secure Access, Authentication, And Control Terminals, Vehicle-Mounted Computing (MDTs / VMCs).
These examples demonstrate the versatility of the DBL-810-TB 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 DBL-810-TB is appropriate for your specific application, please contact us.
The iKey DBL-810-TB Rugged Keyboard With Trackball 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 DBL-810-TB Rugged Keyboard With Trackball, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.
For more information about the iKey DBL-810-TB Rugged Keyboard With Trackball 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 DBL-810-TB Rugged Keyboard With Trackball, 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 DBL-810-TB or need a custom Rugged Keyboard solution designed specifically for you, our team of technical experts are ready to assist you.
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Frequently Asked Questions
RUGGED offers free technical support for the lifetime of products you purchase. This includes help with setup, troubleshooting, and integration. Support is available online or directly from the technical team
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The durability of a rugged keyboard ensures consistent performance, whether it’s used in emergency services, logistics, or field operations, where reliability is paramount.







