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RUGGED RKP-D159-28 Industrial Rugged Keypad
The RUGGED RKP-D159-28 Industrial Rugged Keypad is built around its stainless steel housing and sealed design, supporting reliable operation in industrial and field environments. It features 28 keys with gold-on-gold metal dome switches that offer a precise short travel of 0.45mm, ensuring consistent tactile feedback for data input under continuous use. The reinforced aluminium backing plate treated with sand blasting and oxidation enhances mechanical resilience and impact resistance, suitable for heavy-duty deployments.
This keypad operates effectively across a wide temperature range from -20_x000b_ C to +60_x000b_ C and maintains performance in up to 90% humidity, making it appropriate for manufacturing, logistics, and medical sectors. The anti-microbial polyester film surface resists chemical exposure without loss of tactile response. Compliance with IP65, EMC, ESD, RoHS, CE, and FCC standards confirms its reliability, while a lifespan and MTBF exceeding 50,000 hours ensure long-term durability in industrial applications.
RKP-D159-28 Features
- Rugged Panel Mount Keyboard
- IP65 Rated
- Stainless Steel Construction
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Product Type
Manufacturer
Ruggedness
IP Rating
Mounting Format
Country Of Manufacture
China
Case Material
Stainless Steel
Certifications
RoHS , CE, FCC, ESD
Custom Options Products
Cable Type,Cable Length,Interface,Keypad Layout
Dimensions
159mm x 104mm
Housing Colour
Stainless Steel
Humidity
90% Humidity Resistant
Base plate Material
Epoxy resin gilding
Compatibility
All Windows, Linux, Unix, Mac OSX, Vxworks, Android
EMC
EMC directive 89/336/EEC EN55022: 1988+A1:2000+A2:2003 EN55024: 1988+A1: 2001+A2:2003
EMI
EN 50081-1
EMS
EN 50082-1
Frontplate Material
1.5mm Thickness Super Quality Brushed Stainless Steel
Key Material
Stainless Steel
Key Spacing
12.0mm X 13.0mm for normal keys, 22.5mm x 13.0mm for enter key and 82.0mm x 12.5mm for space bar key.
Key Switch
Gold-on-Gold key Switch Technology
Lifespan
> 3 years
Material (Bottom Plate)
Back Stainless Steel Housing: 1.0mm Thickness Super Quality Stainless Steel
MTBF
>50000H
MTTR
<30min
No. Of Keys
28
Operating Force
2.0N+/-0.1N for key 14.0mm x 14.0mm (pressure point)
Supply Current
20mA (non-backlight), 140mA (with backlight on)
Supply Voltage
+5V DC +/-5%
Switch / Key Travel
1.5mm
Length
104mm
Operating Temperature
Operating temperature:-20C to +60C
Storage Temperature
Storage temperature: -30C to +70C
Temperature Rating
Operating temperature:-20C to +60C (industrial level)-40C to +85C Storage temperature: :-30C to +70C (industrial level)-55C to +150C
Width
159mm
The RUGGED RKP-D159-28 Industrial Rugged Keypad is designed and engineered for use in demanding environments where reliability, durability are essential. The RKP-D159-28 supports a wide range of industries and operational applications.
Common deployment industries include: Construction, Energy and Utilities, Food And Beverage Processing, Healthcare And Medical, Industrial Manufacturing, Logistics And Supply Chain, Public Sector, Security And Surveillance.
Across these sectors, the RKP-D159-28 is typically used in applications such as Industrial HMI And Machine Interfacing, Inventory Management And Stock Control, Process Control And Shop-Floor Monitoring, Quality Control And Inspection, Secure Access, Authentication, And Control Terminals, Warehouse Picking And Put-Away.
These examples demonstrate the versatility of the RKP-D159-28 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 RKP-D159-28 is appropriate for your specific application, please contact us.
The RUGGED RKP-D159-28 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 RKP-D159-28 Industrial Rugged Keypad, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.
For more information about the RUGGED RKP-D159-28 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 RKP-D159-28 Industrial Rugged Keypad, 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 RKP-D159-28 or need a custom Industrial Keypad 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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