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RUGGED RKB-A272-DWP Industrial Rugged Keyboard
The RUGGED RKB-A272-DWP Industrial Rugged Keyboard is built around its stainless steel case and sealed design, supporting demanding industrial and outdoor use where exposure to water, dust, and corrosive elements is common. Its IP67-rated housing and watertight gasket provide reliable ingress protection, while the aluminium back plate adds structural reinforcement for rigorous environments. The keyboard features precision carbon-on-gold key switches with 2.0mm travel to ensure accurate input and long service life exceeding 50,000 operational hours. Compliance with IEC 61000 electromagnetic compatibility standards and certifications such as RoHS, CE, and FCC confirm its resilience to electrical interference and environmental extremes.
This model supports multiple OS platforms including Windows, Linux, Unix, Mac OSX, and Android, and is optimised for continuous-duty applications with a compact 66-key layout. Its suitability for continuous cleaning is enhanced by a vandal-proof, dynamic washable design. Operating reliably between -20 C and +60 C, the RKB-A272-DWP delivers consistent performance without need for frequent maintenance in industrial control rooms, vehicle cabins, and other field deployments.
RKB-A272-DWP Features
- Rugged Panel Mount Keyboard
- IP67 Rated
- Stainless Steel Construction
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Product Type
Manufacturer
Ruggedness
IP Rating
Mounting Format
Country Of Manufacture
China
Case Material
Stainless Steel
Certifications
RoHS Compliant, CE and FCC, ESD
Custom Options Products
Keyboard Layout,Keyboard Language,Cable Type,Cable Length,Interface
Dimensions
272.0mm x 105.0mm
Housing Colour
Stainless Steel
Compatibility
All Windows, Linux, Unix, Mac OSX, Vxworks, Android
EMC
IEC 61000-4-2:2008; IEC 61000-4-3:2006+AI:2007+A2:2010; IEC 61000-4-4:2004
EMI
EN 55022: 2010
EMS
EN 55024:2010
Frontplate Material
Super Quality Brushed Stainless Steel
Key Material
Stainless Steel
Key Spacing
14.0mm x 14.0mm for normal keys, 14.0mm x 28.0mm for enter key, 14.0mm x 70.0mm for space bar
Lifespan
> 5 years
Material (Bottom Plate)
Brushed & Oxidized Aluminum
MTBF
>50000H
MTTR
<30min
No. Of Keys
68
Operating Force
0.6 N+/-0.1N for key 14.0mm x 14.0mm (pressure point ), 1.2 N+/-0.1N for key 14.0mm x 28.0mm (pressure point)
Pointing Device
Touchpad
Power
+5V DC +/-5%Â
Supply Current
appr. 30mA
Supply Voltage
+5V DC +/-5%
Switch / Key Travel
2.0mm
Length
272.0mm
Operating Temperature
Operating temperature:-20C to +60C
Storage Temperature
Storage temperature: -30C to +70C
Temperature Rating
Operating temperature:-20C to +60C - Storage temperature: -30C to +70C
Width
105.0mm
The RUGGED RKB-A272-DWP Industrial Rugged Keyboard is designed and engineered for use in demanding environments where reliability, durability are essential. The RKB-A272-DWP supports a wide range of industries and operational applications.
Common deployment industries include: Construction, Defence And Military, Energy and Utilities, Industrial Manufacturing, Marine And Offshore, Natural Resources and Mining, Offshore Operations, Oil and Gas.
Across these sectors, the RKB-A272-DWP is typically used in applications such as ATEX And Hazardous-Area Data Capture, Field Data Capture And Reporting, 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, Utilities Inspection And Meter Reading.
These examples demonstrate the versatility of the RKB-A272-DWP 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-A272-DWP is appropriate for your specific application, please contact us.
The RUGGED RKB-A272-DWP 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-A272-DWP Industrial Rugged Keyboard, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.
For more information about the RUGGED RKB-A272-DWP Industrial Rugged Keyboard or to arrange repairs and services not covered by the warranty, please visit the warranty section on our website.
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At RUGGED, we recognise that every project has its own unique demands. If you have any questions about the RUGGED RKB-A272-DWP or need a custom Industrial Keyboard solution designed specifically for you, our team of technical experts are ready to assist you.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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