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RUGGED RKB-B255-TB-FN Industrial Rugged Keyboard
The RUGGED RKB-B255-TB-FN Industrial Rugged Keyboard is built around a robust stainless steel construction, supporting demanding industrial and field deployments. It features an IP65-rated front panel and an IP68-rated trackball module, providing resistance to dust, moisture, and washdown conditions. The keyboard incorporates gold-on-gold key switches with a metal dome PCB that delivers a short key travel and precise tactile feedback, optimising input accuracy and speed in continuous-duty environments.
Designed for integration into machinery or consoles, it includes a rear panel mounting option and offers different trackball resolution settings to suit operational needs. The keyboard complies with IEC 61000 electromagnetic compatibility standards and is rated for more than five million actuations, ensuring durability through extended use. With an operating temperature range from -20°C to +60°C and corrosion-resistant materials, this keyboard maintains reliability across a wide variety of industrial settings where sealed, reinforced controls are essential.
RKB-B255-TB-FN Features
- Compact Panel Mounted 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
Custom Options Products
Keyboard Layout,Keyboard Language,Cable Type,Cable Length,Interface
Dimensions
255.0mm x 105.0mm (top panel) , 275.0mm x 117.80mm (rear panel)
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
Gold-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
81
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. 30mA
Product Weight
1.30KGs
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-B255-TB-FN Industrial Rugged Keyboard is designed and engineered for use in demanding environments where reliability, durability are essential. The RKB-B255-TB-FN 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, Marine And Offshore, Natural Resources and Mining, Oil and Gas.
Across these sectors, the RKB-B255-TB-FN is typically used in applications such as Industrial HMI And Machine Interfacing, Port, Terminal, And Cargo Handling, Process Control And Shop-Floor Monitoring, SCADA And Control-Room Access, Secure Access, Authentication, And Control Terminals, Vehicle-Mounted Computing (MDTs / VMCs), Warehouse Picking And Put-Away, Yard, Dock, And Gatehouse Management.
These examples demonstrate the versatility of the RKB-B255-TB-FN 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-B255-TB-FN is appropriate for your specific application, please contact us.
The RUGGED RKB-B255-TB-FN 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-B255-TB-FN Industrial Rugged Keyboard, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.
For more information about the RUGGED RKB-B255-TB-FN 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-B255-TB-FN 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-B255-TB-FN 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
Rugged Limited’s rugged keyboards are engineered with long lifecycle availability as a core consideration, making them a reliable choice for industrial and challenging settings. This focus on longevity means that the keyboards are built to withstand continuous use and harsh conditions, reducing the need for frequent replacements.
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Rugged Limited understands the importance of customisation and efficiency in demanding environments, which is why several of their rugged keyboard models are designed with programmable keys. This feature allows users to assign specific functions, macros, or shortcuts to individual keys, tailoring the keyboard to their unique operational needs and workflows. The flexibility offered by a
rugged keyboard
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Rugged Limited offers a variety of rugged keyboards, and many of these models come equipped with backlit keys. This feature is particularly beneficial for professionals operating in environments with challenging lighting conditions, such as during night shifts or in dimly lit industrial settings. The backlighting ensures that each key is clearly visible, thereby reducing errors and improving operational efficiency.
Our selection of rugged keyboards includes options where the backlighting is a standard feature, designed to meet the demands of rigorous use. This ensures that regardless of the ambient light, the keyboard remains fully functional and easy to use, supporting continuous productivity.
Rugged Limited specialises in providing industrial-grade solutions engineered for extreme conditions, and a
Rugged Keyboard
is built with longevity in mind. Keyboards from Rugged Limited are designed to withstand challenging environments, including exposure to dust, dirt, liquids, and extreme temperatures, which significantly contributes to their extended operational life compared to standard consumer keyboards. Many models feature high ingress protection (IP) ratings, indicating their resistance to environmental factors. For example, some keyboards come with IP65 or even IP67 ratings, signifying protection against dust ingress and submersion in water up to 1 meter for 30 minutes, respectively.
These robust construction methods and high-quality materials mean that a
Rugged Keyboard
is a reliable investment, reducing the need for frequent replacements and minimising downtime in critical operations. To explore the full range and specifications of our durable input solutions, you can visit our rugged keyboards page.
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The construction and features of a rugged keyboard from Rugged Limited are perfectly matched to the operational requirements of industrial PCs, providing a reliable and long-lasting input solution.









