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iKey PMU-5K-TP Panel Mount Rugged Keyboard With Touchpad
Designed for industrial and panel mount applications, the iKey PMU-5K-TP Panel Mount Rugged Keyboard combines a sealed silicone rubber keyboard with a Synaptics touchpad, delivering reliable dual input in a compact unit. This keyboard is engineered for environments with frequent exposure to dust and moisture, offering NEMA 4X ingress protection and resistance to 100% humidity when installed correctly.
The keys provide tactile feedback with over ten million actuations, supporting long operational life in continuous-duty settings. Its robust design withstands shocks up to 50g across all axes and vibration spanning 20Hz to 2 kHz, confirming suitability for vibration-intensive industrial use. Certified to IP-rated standards and meeting UL60950, CE, and FCC requirements, it performs reliably within an operating temperature range of -40 6C to +70 6C. The PMU-5K-TP connects via a PS/2 interface, accommodating wide Windows OS compatibility for seamless integration in field-ready deployments.
PMU-5K-TP Features
- Integrated Touchpad
- Ms Windows Function Keys
- 24 Function Keys + 10-Key Numeric Pad
- ABS Polycarbonate Frame With Mounting Studs
- Various Keyboard and Language Layout Options
- Customisation Available On Request
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Product Type
Manufacturer
Ruggedness
IP Rating
Mounting Format
Country Of Manufacture
United States
Backlight
No Backlight
Case Material
No Case
Certifications
IP Rated, NEMA 4X, CE UL60950, FCC Part 15 Class B
Custom Options Products
Keyboard Layout,Keyboard Language,Cable Type,Cable Length,Interface
Dimensions
15.39" x 7.06" x 0.50" (w-h-d) 390.9mm x 179.3mm x 12.7mm SCREWS: 0.75" (19.1mm) CUTPIT: 13.52" x 5.18" (w-h) 343.4mm x 131.6mm
Humidity
100% Humidity Resistant (when properly installed)
Cable
LENGTH: 10 feet (3 meters) DESIGN: "Y" PS/2 (providing separate keyboard and mouse connections)
Compatibility
PS/2 KEYBOARD/TOUCHPAD: All Windows Operating Systems
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
Touchpad
Power
PS2: KEYBOARD: 50mA@5V (from Keyboard port) POINTER: 10mA@5V (from Mouse port) USB: 60mA@5V (from CPU port)
Product Weight
2.00 lbs +/- 0.10 lbs (0.91 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 +90C (-40F to +194F) OPERATING: -40C to +70C (-40F to +158F)
The iKey PMU-5K-TP Panel Mount Rugged Keyboard With Touchpad is designed and engineered for use in demanding environments where reliability, durability are essential. The PMU-5K-TP supports a wide range of industries and operational applications.
Common deployment industries include: Construction, Defense and Military, Energy and Utilities, Industrial Manufacturing, Marine And Offshore, Oil and Gas, Public Sector, Rail And Transport.
Across these sectors, the PMU-5K-TP is typically used in applications such as Construction Site Supervision And Reporting, Emergency Dispatch And Incident Management, Health, Safety, And Compliance Inspections, Industrial HMI And Machine Interfacing, Process Control And Shop-Floor Monitoring, SCADA And Control-Room Access, Secure Access, Authentication, And Control Terminals, Secure Communications And Command-And-Control.
These examples demonstrate the versatility of the PMU-5K-TP 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 PMU-5K-TP is appropriate for your specific application, please contact us.
The iKey PMU-5K-TP Panel Mount Rugged Keyboard With Touchpad 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 PMU-5K-TP Panel Mount Rugged Keyboard With Touchpad, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.
For more information about the iKey PMU-5K-TP Panel Mount Rugged Keyboard With Touchpad 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 PMU-5K-TP Panel Mount Rugged Keyboard With Touchpad, 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 PMU-5K-TP 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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