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RUGGED RKB-D-8669 Industrial Metal Keyboard With Touchpad
RUGGED RKB-D-8669 is an industrial metal keyboard designed for demanding environments where durability and reliability are essential. Its construction uses industrial-grade stainless steel and an aluminium alloy base plate to provide robust corrosion and wear resistance. The keyboard accommodates panel mounting, enabling secure installation in a wide range of industrial or transportation settings. It features a sealed touchpad integrated in an impact-resistant housing suitable for continuous-duty use in dusty or wet conditions.
This keyboard supports USB and PS/2 connectivity, compatible with multiple operating systems including Windows, Linux, and Mac, enhancing its adaptability. The RKB-D-8669 meets IP65 ingress protection, ensuring resilience against dust and water ingress. It also complies with CE, FCC, and RoHS standards for quality and environmental safety. Vibration tolerance testing confirms its performance under sustained mechanical shock and vibrations, supporting reliable operation in field and vehicle deployments operating over a temperature range from -40°C to +70°C.
RKB-D-8669 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
343 x 125mm (front panel)
Extended Warranty
Available On Request
Function Keys
12 Keys
Housing Colour
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
343*125mm (front panel)
Frontplate Material
Industrial Grade Stainless Steel
Function Keys
12
Key Switch
Carbon Contact Technology
Lifespan
>10 Million Actuations
Material (Bottom Plate)
Aluminum Alloy
Mounting Type
Rear Panel Mount
MTBF
>50000H
MTTR
<30min
No. Of Keys
79
Pointing Device
Touchpad
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-8669 Industrial Metal Keyboard With Touchpad is designed and engineered for use in demanding environments where reliability, durability are essential. The RKB-D-8669 supports a wide range of industries and operational applications.
Common deployment industries include: Construction, Energy and Utilities, Industrial Manufacturing, Logistics And Supply Chain, Marine And Offshore, Natural Resources and Mining, Oil and Gas, Rail And Transport.
Across these sectors, the RKB-D-8669 is typically used in applications such as ATEX And Hazardous-Area Data Capture, 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.
These examples demonstrate the versatility of the RKB-D-8669 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-8669 is appropriate for your specific application, please contact us.
The RUGGED RKB-D-8669 Industrial Metal Keyboard With Touchpad 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-8669 Industrial Metal Keyboard With Touchpad, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.
For more information about the RUGGED RKB-D-8669 Industrial Metal Keyboard With Touchpad 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-8669 Industrial Metal Keyboard With Touchpad, 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-8669 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
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