RUGGED RKB-8635G-B Black Panel Mount Stainless Steel Industrial Rugged Keyboard

For teams working across industrial settings, the RUGGED RKB-8635G-B Black Panel Mount Stainless Steel Industrial Rugged Keyboard offers a sealed, robust solution for demanding environments. Made from industrial-grade stainless steel, the keyboard provides corrosion resistance and dust sealing with an IP65 rating, making it suitable for applications exposed to moisture and contaminants. It features USB or PS2 connectivity options and supports multiple keyboard layouts, enabling easy integration into varied operational contexts.

This rugged keyboard is engineered for continuous-duty use, enduring vibrations within industrial frequencies and functioning reliably between -40°C and +70°C. Its carbon contact technology supports over 10 million keystrokes, ensuring a long operational lifespan in harsh conditions. The panel mount design measures 329.8mm by 99.8mm, and the aluminium alloy base plate adds structural strength. Compatible across major operating systems including Windows, Linux, and Mac, the RKB-8635G-B combines durability with practical versatility for industrial deployments.

RKB-8635G-B Features

  • Industrial Grade Stainless Steel
  • IP65 Rated
  • Rear Panel Mount
  • Suitable for Industrial & Public Environments
  • Various Keyboard and Language Layout Options
  • UK RTB Warranty

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Manufacturer

Certifications & Standards

Ruggedness

IP Rating

Operating System

Country Of Manufacture

China

Case Material

Stainless Steel

Certifications

CE, FCC, RoHS Compliant

Custom Options Products

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

Dimensions

329.8mm x 99.8mm (front panel)

Extended Warranty

Available On Request

Housing Colour

Stainless Steel

Base plate Material

Aluminum Alloy

Case Material

Stainless Steel (front panel) and Aluminum Alloy

Certified European Standards

CE, FCC, RoHS Compliant

Colour

Black

Compatibility

DOS/Windows95/98/NT/ME/2000/2003/XP/Vista/7,8,10 Linux, Mac,etc

Connectivity

USB or PS2 (optional)

Dimensions

329.8mm*99.8mm (front panel)

Frontplate Material

Industrial Grade Stainless Steel

Function Keys

12

Key Switch

Carbon Contact Technology

Lifespan

>10 Million Actuations

Material (Bottom Plate)

Aluminum Alloy

MTBF

>50000H

MTTR

<30min

No. Of Keys

68

Supply Voltage

+5V DC +/-5%

Switch / Key Travel

1.5mm

Vibration

POWER SPECTRAL DENSITY: 0.04g/Hz FREQUENCY RANGE: 20Hz - 2 kHz DURATION OF TEST PER AXIS: 3 hours

Lifetime

Lifespan > 5 years

Operating System

IOS,Linux,Windows,Windows 10 IOT

Operating Temperature

OPERATING: -40C to +70C (-40F to +158F)

Storage Temperature

STORAGE: -50C to +80C

The RUGGED RKB-8635G-B Black Panel Mount Stainless Steel Industrial Rugged Keyboard is designed and engineered for use in demanding environments where reliability, durability are essential. The RKB-8635G-B supports a wide range of industries and operational applications.

Common deployment industries include: Construction, Energy and Utilities, Food And Beverage Processing, Industrial Manufacturing, Logistics And Supply Chain, Public Sector, Rail And Transport, Security And Surveillance.

Across these sectors, the RKB-8635G-B 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.

These examples demonstrate the versatility of the RKB-8635G-B 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 RKB-8635G-B is appropriate for your specific application, please contact us.

The RUGGED RKB-8635G-B Black Panel Mount Stainless Steel Industrial 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, RUGGED RKB-8635G-B Black Panel Mount Stainless Steel Industrial Rugged Keyboard, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.

For more information about the RUGGED RKB-8635G-B Black Panel Mount Stainless Steel Industrial 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 RUGGED RKB-8635G-B Black Panel Mount Stainless Steel Industrial 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 RUGGED RKB-8635G-B or need a custom solution designed specifically for you, our team of technical experts are ready to assist you.

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