RUGGED RKB-CUST-PER Industrial Rugged Keypad

Designed for industrial and field environments, the RUGGED RKB-CUST-PER Industrial Rugged Keypad provides a stainless steel, IP65-sealed interface built to endure harsh conditions. Its reinforced construction resists corrosion and mechanical wear, ensuring long-term usability on manufacturing floors, outdoor sites, and other demanding settings. Compatibility with USB, PS2, and RS232 interfaces allows integration across various industrial control systems.

This keypad operates reliably across a temperature range of -40°C to +70°C and withstands vibration within the 20Hz to 2kHz frequency range. With a lifespan exceeding 50,000 hours and a design supporting continuous-duty cycles, the RKB-CUST-PER is engineered for durability and consistent operation. Certified to CE, FCC, and RoHS standards, it supports multiple operating systems including Windows variants, Linux, and Mac, making it adaptable for diverse industrial applications. Its compact dimensions and low mean time to repair underline its practical deployment benefits.

RKB-CUST-PER Features

  • Industrial Grade Stainless Steel
  • IP65 Rated
  • Suitable for Industrial & Public Environments
  • 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

Cable Type,Cable Length,Interface

Dimensions

105 x 136mm (front panel)

Extended Warranty

Available On Request

Housing Colour

Stainless Steel

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

Dimensions

300*110mm (front panel)

MTBF

>50000H

MTTR

<30min

No. Of Keys

28

Supply Voltage

+5V DC +/-5%

Switch / Key Travel

0.4mm

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-CUST-PER Industrial Rugged Keypad is designed and engineered for use in demanding environments where reliability, durability are essential. The RKB-CUST-PER supports a wide range of industries and operational applications.

Common deployment industries include: Construction, Defence And Military, Energy and Utilities, Industrial Manufacturing, Logistics And Supply Chain, Marine And Offshore, Oil and Gas, Rail And Transport.

Across these sectors, the RKB-CUST-PER is typically used in applications such as Asset Tracking And Management, Emergency Dispatch And Incident Management, Industrial HMI And Machine Interfacing, Process Control And Shop-Floor Monitoring, Proof Of Delivery And Last-Mile Logistics, Quality Control And Inspection, Secure Access, Authentication, And Control Terminals, Warehouse Picking And Put-Away.

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

The RUGGED RKB-CUST-PER Industrial Rugged Keypad 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-CUST-PER Industrial Rugged Keypad, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.

For more information about the RUGGED RKB-CUST-PER Industrial Rugged Keypad 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-CUST-PER Industrial Rugged Keypad, 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-CUST-PER or need a custom solution designed specifically for you, our team of technical experts are ready to assist you.

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