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RUGGED RKB-B120-BL Industrial Rugged Keyboard
The RUGGED RKB-B120-BL Industrial Rugged Keyboard is built around its stainless steel housing and sealed construction, supporting use in harsh industrial environments. Designed with a compact 16-key layout, it combines durable carbon-on-gold key switches with a robust gasketed front plate that provides dust and water ingress protection at IP65 level. This keypad offers tactile feedback with a short 2.0mm key travel, ensuring accurate data entry in confined spaces where reliability matters.
The vandal-proof design includes an industrial metal dome PCB controller resistant to electromagnetic interference according to IEC 61000-4 EMC standards, ideal for manufacturing floors or outdoor kiosks. The device endures over five million keystrokes and operates within temperature ranges of -30°C to +70°C for storage, making it suitable for continuous-duty applications requiring a rugged numeric keypad that demands low maintenance and longevity.
RKB-B120-BL Features
- Backlight Metal Keyboard
- Rugged Construction
- Can Be Customised / Modified
- 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
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
120.0mm x 98.0mm (L x W )
Housing Colour
Stainless Steel
Humidity
30-90% Humidity Resistant
Ball Material
stainless steel
Compatibility
All windows, Linux, Unix, Mac OSX
EMC
Compliance with the council 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
1.5mm Thickness Super Quality Brushed Stainless SteelÂ
Key Material
Metal
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
Key Switch
Carbon-on-Gold key Switch Technology
Lifespan
> 5 Million Actuations
Material (Bottom Plate)
3.0mm Thickness Brushed & Oxidized Aluminium
MTBF
>50000H
MTTR
<30min
No. Of Keys
16
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
Trackball
Power
+5V DC +/-5% appr. 20mA
Product Weight
0.80KGs
Resolution
400 DPIÂ
Supply Current
appr. 30mAÂ
Supply Voltage
+5V DC +/-5%
Switch / Key Travel
2.0mm
Trackball Diameter
38.0mm
Length
420.0mm
Temperature Rating
STORAGE: 30C to +70C OPERATING: 20C to +60C
Width
145.0mm
The RUGGED RKB-B120-BL Industrial Rugged Keyboard is designed and engineered for use in demanding environments where reliability, durability are essential. The RKB-B120-BL supports a wide range of industries and operational applications.
Common deployment industries include: Energy and Utilities, Food And Beverage Processing, Industrial Manufacturing, Logistics And Supply Chain, Public Sector, Retail, Security And Surveillance, Warehousing.
Across these sectors, the RKB-B120-BL is typically used in applications such as Field Data Capture And Reporting, Forklift And Materials-Handling Terminals, Industrial HMI And Machine Interfacing, Preventive And Corrective Maintenance, Process Control And Shop-Floor Monitoring, Secure Access, Authentication, And Control Terminals, Vehicle-Mounted Computing (MDTs / VMCs), Warehouse Picking And Put-Away.
These examples demonstrate the versatility of the RKB-B120-BL 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-B120-BL is appropriate for your specific application, please contact us.
The RUGGED RKB-B120-BL 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-B120-BL Industrial Rugged Keyboard, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.
For more information about the RUGGED RKB-B120-BL 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-B120-BL Industrial Rugged Keyboard, or would you like to discuss a customised solution?
At RUGGED, we recognise that every project has its own unique demands. If you have any questions about the RUGGED RKB-B120-BL 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
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
All Rugged Limited industrial keyboards are engineered for seamless operation, even when wearing gloves. This crucial feature ensures that users can maintain productivity and safety in environments where glove use is mandatory, such as industrial settings, cleanrooms, or outdoor work.
Our commitment to robust design means every Rugged Keyboard offers responsive feedback and accurate input, regardless of whether you’re using thin surgical gloves or heavy-duty work gloves. This makes our solutions ideal for a wide range of applications where standard keyboards would be impractical.
Rugged Limited specialises in providing industrial-grade input solutions, including rugged keyboards, designed to operate reliably in challenging conditions. These keyboards are built to withstand elements such as extreme temperatures, dust, dirt, liquids, and heavy usage, which are common causes of failure for standard peripherals.
By preventing premature failure and reducing the need for frequent replacements or repairs, a rugged keyboard inherently contributes to less operational downtime. Their robust construction ensures consistent performance, enabling uninterrupted work in industries where reliability is paramount. Rugged Limited’s keyboards are engineered for longevity and resilience, giving businesses peace of mind and supporting continuous operations.
Explore Rugged Limited’s range of rugged keyboards to find a solution that meets your specific industrial needs and helps minimise downtime.
Many of Rugged Limited’s rugged keyboards are indeed designed with a high level of ingress protection, making them dust-proof. This means they are engineered to prevent the intrusion of dust and other small particles, ensuring reliable operation even in harsh or challenging environments. The sealed designs and robust materials used in these keyboards contribute to their ability to withstand exposure to dust without compromising functionality. This dust-proof characteristic is a key feature that makes a rugged keyboard an ideal choice for industries where cleanliness and environment control can be difficult.
Rugged keyboards are engineered for environments where standard keyboards would quickly fail. Unlike typical office keyboards, a rugged keyboard offers enhanced durability and protection against elements such as dust, dirt, liquids, and extreme temperatures. They feature robust construction, often incorporating sealed casings and industrial-grade components to ensure reliable performance in demanding conditions.
Key differences include:
- Durability: Rugged keyboards are designed to endure significant impact, vibration, and continuous use in challenging settings.
- Environmental Protection: They typically boast high Ingress Protection (IP) ratings, indicating resistance to water and dust—essential for industrial, marine, or outdoor applications.
- Material and Build: Constructed from rugged materials like stainless steel or silicone, they offer longevity that standard plastic keyboards cannot match.
- Functionality: Many rugged keyboards include features such as integrated pointing devices (e.g., trackballs or touchpads), backlighting for low-light conditions, and specialised key layouts for specific industrial tasks.
Rugged Limited provides a range of rugged keyboard solutions tailored for various harsh environments, ensuring sustained operation where standard peripherals would falter.
Industries such as manufacturing, logistics, military, and public safety frequently utilise rugged keyboards due to their ability to withstand harsh conditions. These keyboards are designed to operate reliably in environments that might involve exposure to dust, liquids, extreme temperatures, or frequent impacts. For example, in manufacturing facilities, a rugged keyboard can endure grease and grime, while in logistics, it can withstand bumps and spills that are common in warehouses and distribution centres.
The military and public safety sectors also rely heavily on Rugged Limited’s durable input solutions, as their equipment must function flawlessly in critical and often unpredictable situations. Rugged keyboards provide the necessary resilience for field operations, emergency services, and vehicle integrations where standard keyboards would quickly fail. Their robust construction ensures continued performance, contributing to operational efficiency and safety in these challenging fields.
Rugged Limited offers a range of durable keyboards specifically engineered to meet the stringent requirements of cleanroom settings. These rugged keyboard solutions are often fully sealed and easy to clean, preventing the accumulation of dust and contaminants crucial for maintaining cleanroom protocols.
Our industrial keyboards are built with materials and designs that can withstand harsh cleaning agents and frequent sanitization without compromising performance or integrity. This makes them an ideal rugged keyboard choice for pharmaceutical, medical, and other controlled environments where hygiene and reliability are paramount.
Rugged Limited understands the importance of durability in demanding environments, which is why our rugged keyboards are often built with chemical resistance in mind. This feature is crucial for industries where keyboards are regularly exposed to harsh cleaning agents, disinfectants, or other industrial fluids.
Our rugged keyboards are frequently constructed from materials and with designs that prevent the ingress of liquids and corrosive substances, ensuring continued functionality and longevity. This chemical resistance contributes to the overall robustness and reliability of the keyboard, making it suitable for sectors such as healthcare, manufacturing, and food processing, where hygiene and exposure to various chemicals are common.
The ability of a rugged keyboard to withstand such exposure means less downtime for cleaning and maintenance, and a longer operational lifespan, providing excellent value for our customers.
The rigorous demands of medical environments necessitate equipment that can withstand constant use, frequent cleaning, and potential exposure to contaminants. Rugged Limited specifically designs and manufactures rugged keyboard solutions that meet these stringent requirements, making them ideal for healthcare settings.
Key features that make a rugged keyboard suitable for medical use include:
- Sealed Construction: Our keyboards are typically sealed to IP ratings such as IP65, IP67, or even IP68, meaning they are completely protected against dust ingress and can withstand liquid spills, making them easy to disinfect thoroughly without damaging internal components.
- Antimicrobial Materials: Many models incorporate antimicrobial additives in their construction, inhibiting the growth of bacteria and viruses, which is crucial for infection control in hospitals and clinics.
- Easy to Clean: The smooth surfaces and lack of crevices on a rugged keyboard prevent the accumulation of dirt and germs, allowing for quick and effective cleaning with medical-grade disinfectants.
- Durability: Built to last, these keyboards can endure the high-traffic and demanding conditions of a medical facility, reducing downtime and replacement costs.
- Customisation Options: Rugged Limited offers various layouts and mounting options to seamlessly integrate with existing medical carts, workstations, and equipment.
By providing a reliable and hygienic input solution, a rugged keyboard from Rugged Limited contributes significantly to maintaining sterile environments and enhancing efficiency in medical applications.










