iKey DU-5K-TB Rugged Keyboard With Trackball

  • IP66 RATED
  • NEMA 4X
  • MIL STD
  • SHOCK
  • TRACKBALL
  • MECHANICAL KEYS
  • USB

The iKey DU-5K-TB Rugged Keyboard With Trackball is built around a sealed, corrosion-resistant ABS polycarbonate enclosure designed for industrial environments. It supports continuous-duty use and mechanical resilience with compliance to NEMA 4X, IP ratings, MIL-STD vibration, and shock standards. This rugged keyboard features 24 industrial silicone rubber keys with tactile mechanical feedback and over 10 million cycles of lifespan, offering reliability in demanding conditions.

A removable 25-mm laser trackball with an adjustable tension ring enables precise cursor control, suited for field applications requiring frequent input and cursor operations. Its compatibility spans all Windows and Macintosh operating systems with PS/2 or USB interfaces, enhancing its deployment flexibility. The DU-5K-TB maintains performance across a wide temperature range, from -40°C in storage to +65°C in operation, ensuring stability in varied industrial settings. Weighing just over 2lbs, it is robust yet manageable in size with a 10-foot cable for versatile connectivity. This model is designed for operations demanding durability and precise control in challenging environmental and mechanical conditions.

DU-5K-TB Features

  • Integrated Trackball
  • Rugged ABS Polycarbonate Case
  • Built-In Mounting Holes
  • USB and PS2 Configurations Available
  • Various Keyboard and Language Layout Options
  • Customisation Available On Request

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Manufacturer

Certifications & Standards

Ruggedness

IP Rating

Country Of Manufacture

United States

Backlight

No Backlight

Case Material

ABS Polycarbonate

Certifications

IP Rated, NEMA 4X; UL 60950

Custom Options Products

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

Dimensions

14.94" x 6.63" x 1.81" (w-h-d) 379.5 mm x 168.4 mm x 46.0 mm

Housing Colour

Black

Humidity

100% Humidity Resistant

Cable

LENGTH: 10 feet (3 meters)

Compatibility

PS/2 KEYBOARD/TRACKBALL: All Windows Operating Systems USB KEYBOARD/TRACKBALL: All Windows and Macintosh OS

Connectivity

No filter

Flammability

PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD: 94 VO SILICONE OVERLAY: 94HB INTERFACE CABLE: 94 VO

Function Keys

24 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: 6.35 oz +/- 1.06 oz (180g +/- 30g) FEEDBACK: Tactile with Mechanical Snap

Lifespan

>10 Million Actuations

No. Of Keys

116

Pointing Device

Trackball

Power

PS/2: KEYBOARD: 50mA@5V (from Kybd. port) POINTER: 45mA@5V (from Mouse port) USB: 95mA@5V (from CPU port)

Product Weight

2.25 lbs +/- 0.10 lbs (1.02 kg +/- 0.05 kg)

Shock

3 x 11 ms Pulses of 50g on each of 3 Axes

Switch Force

180g (+/- 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 +85C (-40F to +185F) OPERATING: 0C to +65C (+32F to +149F)

The iKey DU-5K-TB Rugged Keyboard With Trackball is designed and engineered for use in demanding environments where reliability, durability are essential. The DU-5K-TB supports a wide range of industries and operational applications.

Common deployment industries include: Defence And Military, Emergency Services, Energy and Utilities, Industrial Manufacturing, Marine And Offshore, Natural Resources and Mining, Oil and Gas, Rail And Transport.

Across these sectors, the DU-5K-TB is typically used in applications such as Fleet Management And Telematics, Industrial HMI And Machine Interfacing, Process Control And Shop-Floor Monitoring, Quality Control And Inspection, SCADA And Control-Room Access, Secure Access, Authentication, And Control Terminals, Security And Surveillance Operations, Vehicle-Mounted Computing (MDTs / VMCs).

These examples demonstrate the versatility of the DU-5K-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 DU-5K-TB is appropriate for your specific application, please contact us.

The iKey DU-5K-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 DU-5K-TB Rugged Keyboard With Trackball, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.

For more information about the iKey DU-5K-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 DU-5K-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 DU-5K-TB or need a custom solution designed specifically for you, our team of technical experts are ready to assist you.

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