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RUGGED RKB-M275TP-FN-BL Industrial Rugged Keyboard
Designed for industrial environments, the RUGGED RKB-M275TP-FN-BL Industrial Rugged Keyboard offers robust input performance under tough conditions. It combines a sealed silicone rubber top cover with a stainless steel housing, delivering resistance against dust, liquids, and mechanical impact. This keyboard supports continuous-duty use with operating temperatures ranging from -20°C to +60°C and storage temperatures from -30°C to +70°C.
The device features carbon-on-gold switch technology that ensures reliable and precise tactile feedback across 89 keys, including a built-in touchpad. Certified to IP65 standards with IEC 61000-4 electromagnetic compatibility, it is engineered to withstand EMI, vibration, and chemical exposure common in field deployments. Its antimicrobial surface allows easy cleaning without removal, maintaining hygiene in industrial workplaces. With MIL-STD style testing and CE and RoHS certifications, the RKB-M275TP-FN-BL supports 24/7 deployment in manufacturing, logistics, and outdoor control settings.
RKB-M275TP-FN-BL Features
- Rugged Desktop Keyboard
- Integrated Touchpad
- IP65 Rated
- 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
Plastic
Certifications
RoHS, CE
Custom Options Products
Keyboard Layout,Keyboard Language,Cable Type,Cable Length,Interface
Dimensions
275.0mm x 169.60mm
Housing Colour
Stainless Steel
Humidity
1
Cable
Single-Cable Appx. 2.2 to 2.5m
Compatibility
All Windows, Linux, Unix, Mac OSX, Vxworks, Android
EMC
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
Flammability
Flammability
Frontplate Material
Ruggedized With Top Industrial Silicone Cover
Height
9.1mm
Key Material
Membrane
Key Spacing
12.0mm x 13.0mm for normal keys, 23.4mm x 13.0mm for enter key, 68.0mm x 13.0mm for space bar key
Key Switch
Carbon-on-Gold key Switch Technology
Lifespan
> 3 years
Material (Bottom Plate)
Industrial Pcb With Stainless Steel Back Plate Sealed
MTBF
>50000H
MTTR
< 30min
No. Of Keys
89
Operating Force
1.0N for key 13.0mm x 13.0mm
Pointing Device
Touchpad
Power
+5V DC +/-5% appr. 30mA
Product Weight
1.30KGs
Resolution
800 DPI
Shock
3 x 11 ms pulses of 50g on each of 3 axes
Supply Current
17 mA
Supply Voltage
+5V DC +/-5%
Switch / Key Travel
1.50mm
Trackball Diameter
16.0mm
Vibration
POWER SPECTRAL DENSITY: 0.04g/Hz, FREQUENCY RANGE: 20Hz - 2kHz, DURATION OF TEST PER AXIS: 3 hours
Length
275.0mm
Operating Temperature
Operating temperature:-20C to +60C
Shock
3 x 11 ms pulses of 50g on each of 3 axes
Storage Temperature
Storage temperature: -30C to +70C
Temperature Rating
Operating temperature:-20C to +60C - Storage temperature: -30C to +70C
Width
168.60mm
The RUGGED RKB-M275TP-FN-BL Industrial Rugged Keyboard is designed and engineered for use in demanding environments where reliability, durability are essential. The RKB-M275TP-FN-BL 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, Warehousing.
Across these sectors, the RKB-M275TP-FN-BL is typically used in applications such as Health, Safety, And Compliance Inspections, Industrial HMI And Machine Interfacing, Preventive And Corrective Maintenance, Process Control And Shop-Floor Monitoring, Quality Control And Inspection, SCADA And Control-Room Access, Utilities Inspection And Meter Reading.
These examples demonstrate the versatility of the RKB-M275TP-FN-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-M275TP-FN-BL is appropriate for your specific application, please contact us.
The RUGGED RKB-M275TP-FN-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-M275TP-FN-BL Industrial Rugged Keyboard, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.
For more information about the RUGGED RKB-M275TP-FN-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-M275TP-FN-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-M275TP-FN-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
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