iKey SL-86-911-TP Rugged Keyboard With Touchpad

For teams working across vehicle and industrial environments, the iKey SL-86-911-TP Rugged Keyboard With Touchpad offers a reinforced ABS polycarbonate housing and an integrated touchpad to replace traditional pointing devices. It is designed for continuous-duty use with sealing to IP and NEMA 4X standards, providing resistance to dust and moisture essential for harsh conditions. This keyboard operates reliably across a wide temperature range from -40°C to +70°C and features tactile keys with mechanical snap feedback for precise input under demanding circumstances.

The SL-86-911-TP also benefits from MIL-STD-810G shock and vibration resistance, enhancing its durability in rugged deployments. Its red backlighting supports usability in low-light scenarios typical of 24/7 service operations. Compatibility extends to Windows and Macintosh platforms via USB or PS/2 interfaces, supported by a robust coiled cable design. Certification including CE UL60950 and FCC Part 15 Class B confirms its electrical safety and interference protection, enabling dependable performance in vehicle mount and field-ready applications.

SL-86-911-TP Features

  • Designed For Vehicle Mount
  • One-Touch Emergency Key
  • Integrated Touchpad
  • USB and PS2 Configurations Available
  • Various Keyboard and Language Layout Options
  • Customisation Available On Request

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Manufacturer

Certifications & Standards

Ruggedness

IP Rating

Country Of Manufacture

United States

Backlight

Red

Case Material

ABS Polycarbonate

Certifications

IP Rated, NEMA 4X, CE UL60950, FCC Part 15 Class B

Custom Options Products

Keyboard Layout,Keyboard Language,Cable Type,Cable Length,Interface

Dimensions

11.39" x 7.30" x 1.87" (w-h-d) 289.56mm x 185.42mm x 47.24mm

Housing Colour

Black

Humidity

100% Humidity Resistant

Cable

LENGTH: 4 ft coiled (1.2m) DESIGN: "Y" PS/2 (providing separate keyboard and mouse connections), or Single-Cable USB

Compatibility

PS/2 KEYBOARD/TOUCHPAD: All Windows Operating Systems USB KEYBOARD/TOUCHPAD: 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. (1.4mm) ACTUATION FORCE: 7.05 oz +/- 1.06 oz (200g +/- 30g) FEEDBACK: Tactile with mechanical snap

Lifespan

>10 Million Actuations

No. Of Keys

86

Pointing Device

Touchpad

Power

PS/2: KEYBOARD: 200mA@5V (from Keyboard port) TOUCHPAD: 10mA@5V (from Mouse port) USB: 210mA@5V (from CPU port)

Product Weight

2.25 lbs +/- 0.10 lbs (1.02 kg +/- 0.05 kg)

Shock

3 x 11 ms Pulses of 50g on each of 3 Axes

Switch Force

200g (+/- 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 (4-0F to +158F)

The iKey SL-86-911-TP Rugged Keyboard With Touchpad is designed and engineered for use in demanding environments where reliability, durability are essential. The SL-86-911-TP 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, Rail And Transport, Security And Surveillance.

Across these sectors, the SL-86-911-TP is typically used in applications such as Emergency Dispatch And Incident Management, Marine Bridge And Vessel Control Systems, Secure Communications And Command-And-Control, Vehicle-Mounted Computing (MDTs / VMCs).

These examples demonstrate the versatility of the SL-86-911-TP 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-86-911-TP is appropriate for your specific application, please contact us.

The iKey SL-86-911-TP Rugged Keyboard With Touchpad comes with a 3 Years Manufacturers Limited Warranty + Option To Extend 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-86-911-TP Rugged Keyboard With Touchpad, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.

For more information about the iKey SL-86-911-TP Rugged 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 iKey SL-86-911-TP Rugged 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 iKey SL-86-911-TP or need a custom solution designed specifically for you, our team of technical experts are ready to assist you.

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