RUGGED RKB-8641 Metal Kiosk Keyboard

RUGGED RKB-8641 Metal Kiosk Keyboard is built around a stainless steel front panel, supporting industrial and outdoor kiosk applications where durability is vital. Its sealed design offers IP65 ingress protection, ensuring resistance to dust and moisture common in harsh environments. The keyboard’s corrosion-resistant stainless steel and aluminium alloy housing deliver continuous-duty use withstanding temperatures from -40°C to +70°C. Featuring carbon contact keys with over 10 million actuations, this interface is designed for endurance and reliability.

Compatibility with USB and optionally PS2 connectivity provides flexible integration options across various operating systems including Windows, Linux, and Mac. Vibration tolerance tested at 20Hz to 2kHz for 3 hours per axis ensures stable performance in settings with mechanical stress. With a mean time between failures exceeding 50,000 hours, the RKB-8641 is an industrial-grade solution for dependable data entry where a robust input device is required.

RKB-8641 Features

  • Industrial Grade Stainless Steel
  • IP65 Rated
  • 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

330 x 140mm (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

Stainless Steel

Compatibility

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

Connectivity

USB or PS2 (optional)

Dimensions

330* 140mm (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

65

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-8641 Metal Kiosk Keyboard is designed and engineered for use in demanding environments where reliability, durability are essential. The RKB-8641 supports a wide range of industries and operational applications.

Common deployment industries include: Construction, Industrial Manufacturing, Logistics And Supply Chain, Public Sector, Retail, Security And Surveillance, Travel And Hospitality, Warehousing.

Across these sectors, the RKB-8641 is typically used in applications such as Construction Site Supervision And Reporting, Health, Safety, And Compliance Inspections, 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, Warehouse Picking And Put-Away.

These examples demonstrate the versatility of the RKB-8641 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-8641 is appropriate for your specific application, please contact us.

The RUGGED RKB-8641 Metal Kiosk 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-8641 Metal Kiosk Keyboard, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.

For more information about the RUGGED RKB-8641 Metal Kiosk 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-8641 Metal Kiosk 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-8641 or need a custom solution designed specifically for you, our team of technical experts are ready to assist you.

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