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RUGGED RKB-D-8602 Panel Mount Stainless Steel Metal keyboard
The RUGGED RKB-D-8602 Panel Mount Stainless Steel Metal keyboard is built around its corrosion-resistant stainless steel front panel, supporting reliable use in field and industrial environments. Designed with an IP65 ingress protection rating, it resists dust and water, making it suitable for wet or contaminated conditions. This keyboard features rugged construction with impact-resistant materials and aluminium alloy base plate, ensuring durability against vibration and shock.
Connectivity options include USB and PS2 interfaces, providing compatibility with a wide range of systems. With a lifespan of over 10 million key actuations and operational capability from -40 C to +70 C, the RKB-D-8602 suits continuous-duty applications across extreme temperature conditions. Certified to CE, FCC, and RoHS standards, it meets industrial safety and environmental requirements, offering field-ready reliability for control panels and machinery interfaces.
RKB-D-8602 Features
- Industrial Grade Stainless Steel
- IP65 Rated
- Rear Panel Mount
- Suitable for Industrial & Public Environments
- Various Keyboard and Language Layout Options
- UK RTB Warranty
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Product Type
Manufacturer
Ruggedness
IP Rating
Mounting Format
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
392 x 110mm�(front panel)
Extended Warranty
Available On Request
Housing Colour
Stainless Steel
Ball Material
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
392*110mmï¾ (front panel)
Lifespan
>10 Million Actuations
MTBF
>50000H
MTTR
<30min
No. Of Keys
65+2
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-D-8602 Panel Mount Stainless Steel Metal keyboard is designed and engineered for use in demanding environments where reliability, durability are essential. The RKB-D-8602 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, Public Sector.
Across these sectors, the RKB-D-8602 is typically used in applications such as Fleet Management And Telematics, 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, Security And Surveillance Operations, Utilities Inspection And Meter Reading.
These examples demonstrate the versatility of the RKB-D-8602 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-D-8602 is appropriate for your specific application, please contact us.
The RUGGED RKB-D-8602 Panel Mount Stainless Steel Metal 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-D-8602 Panel Mount Stainless Steel Metal keyboard, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.
For more information about the RUGGED RKB-D-8602 Panel Mount Stainless Steel Metal 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-D-8602 Panel Mount Stainless Steel Metal 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-D-8602 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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