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iKey SL-75-OEM Compact Rugged Keyboard
Designed for industrial and mobile environments, the iKey SL-75-OEM Compact Rugged Keyboard delivers a sealed, industrial-grade interface resistant to moisture, dust, and temperature extremes. Its compact design features 75 tactile silicone rubber keys with mechanical snap switches, rated for over 10 million actuations to support continuous-duty use. The keyboard meets NEMA 4X standards for dust and water protection, operates reliably from -40°C to +70°C, and includes a 10-foot cable with PS/2 and USB compatibility for flexible integration. Verified to MIL-STD-810F for vibration and shock tolerance, the SL-75-OEM is CE and UL60950 certified, ensuring durability and compliance in demanding industrial setups.
This rugged keyboard is engineered to maintain long-term functionality in tough operational conditions with low maintenance needs.
SL-75-OEM Features
- Red LED Backlighting
- Industrial Silicone Rubber Keypad
- Small Footprint
- USB, PS2 and AT/Serial Configurations Available
- Various Keyboard and Language Layout Options
- Customisation Available On Request
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Product Type
Format
IP Rating
Manufacturer
Country Of Manufacture
United States
Backlight
No Backlight
Case Material
No Case
Certifications
NEMA 4X, CE UL60950, FCC Part 15 Class B
Custom Options Products
Keyboard Layout,Keyboard Language,Cable Type,Cable Length,Interface
Dimensions
7.85" x 3.85" x 0.36" (w-h-d) 199.4 x 97.8 x 9.1 mm
Housing Colour
Black
Humidity
100% Humidity Resistant (when properly installed)
Cable
LENGTH: 10 feet straight (3 m)
Compatibility
PS/2: All Windows Operating Systems USB: All Windows and Macintosh OS
Flammability
PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD: 94 VO SILICONE OVERLAY: 94HB INTERFACE CABLE: 94 VO
Function Keys
10 Keys
Key Feedback
Tactile with Mechanical Snap
Key Material
Industrial Silicone Rubber
Key Switch
MATERIAL: Industrial Silicone Rubber LIFE: Greater than 10 million cycles TRAVEL: 0.055 in. ACTUATION FORCE: 4.76 oz. (135g) FEEDBACK: Tactile with Mechanical Snap
Lifespan
>10 Million Actuations
No. Of Keys
75
Pointing Device
No Pointer
Power
PS/2: 200mA@5V (from Keyboard port) USB: 200mA@5V (from CPU port)
Product Weight
75 lbs (0.34 kg)
Shock
3 x 11 ms Pulses of 50g on each of 3 Axes
Switch Force
135g (+/- 30g)
Switch / Key Travel
0.055 in (1.4mm)
Vibration
POWER SPECTRAL DENSITY: 0.04g/Hz FREQUENCY RANGE: 20Hz - 2 kHz DURATION OF TEST PER AXIS: 3 hours
Shock
3 x 11 ms Pulses of 50g on each of 3 Axes
Temperature Rating
STORAGE: -40C to +90C (-40F to +194F) OPERATING: -40C to +70C (-40F to +158F)
The iKey SL-75-OEM Compact Rugged Keyboard is designed and engineered for use in demanding environments where reliability, durability are essential. The SL-75-OEM supports a wide range of industries and operational applications.
Common deployment industries include: Construction, Defence And Military, Emergency Services, Energy and Utilities, Industrial Manufacturing, Marine And Offshore, Oil and Gas, Rail And Transport.
Across these sectors, the SL-75-OEM is typically used in applications such as Field Data Capture And Reporting, Industrial HMI And Machine Interfacing, Mobile Workforce Operations, Preventive And Corrective Maintenance, Process Control And Shop-Floor Monitoring, SCADA And Control-Room Access, Secure Access, Authentication, And Control Terminals, Vehicle-Mounted Computing (MDTs / VMCs).
These examples demonstrate the versatility of the SL-75-OEM 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 SL-75-OEM is appropriate for your specific application, please contact us.
The iKey SL-75-OEM Compact Rugged Keyboard comes with a 90 Day 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, iKey SL-75-OEM Compact Rugged Keyboard, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.
For more information about the iKey SL-75-OEM Compact 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 iKey SL-75-OEM Compact Rugged Keyboard or require a custom solution or demonstration?
At RUGGED, we recognise that every project has its own unique demands. If you have any questions about the iKey SL-75-OEM or need a custom Rugged 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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