iKey SLK-880-FSR-OEM Military Grade Backlit Rugged Keyboard With FSR

  • MIL STD 810
  • IP66 RATED
  • NEMA 4X
  • FORCE SENSING RESISTOR
  • NVIS
  • BACKLIGHT
  • OEM
  • USB

Designed for demanding military and industrial environments, the iKey SLK-880-FSR-OEM Military Grade Backlit Rugged Keyboard ensures reliable input under harsh conditions. Its sealed design meets IP68 and NEMA 4X standards for dust and water resistance when correctly installed, making it suitable for both land and maritime use. The keyboard’s industrial silicone rubber overlay and corrosion-resistant conductive plastic construction provide durability against vibration and mechanical shock, compliant with MIL-STD-810.

The integrated Force Sensing Resistor offers precise cursor control without mechanical wear components, enhancing long-term reliability. Adjustable green backlighting with NVIS compatibility supports use in low-light or night vision scenarios, ideal for military or aerospace applications. With a temperature range from -40°C to +70°C and over 10 million key actuations, this keyboard is engineered for continuous-duty performance in challenging field deployments.

SLK-880-FSR-OEM Features

  • Adjustable LED Backlighting
  • Integrated Fsr Pointing Device
  • Optional NVIS Compliant Green B Backlighting
  • Meets NEMA 4X (IP66) Specifications
  • Various Keyboard and Language Layout Options
  • Customisation Available On Request

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Product Type

Manufacturer

Certifications & Standards

Ruggedness

IP Rating

Mounting Format

Country Of Manufacture

United States

Backlight

Red

Case Material

No Case

Certifications

UL60950

Custom Options Products

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

Dimensions

11.23" x 6.62" x 0.17" (w-h-d) 285.2mm x 168.1mm x 4.3 mm

Humidity

100% Humidity Resistant (when properly installed)

Cable

6 ft. straight (1.8 m)

Compatibility

USB: All Windows and Macintosh OS

Flammability

PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD: 94 VO SILICONE OVERLAY: 94HB INTERFACE CABLE: 94 VO

Function Keys

12 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: 6.35 oz. +/- 0.71 oz (180g +/- 20g) FEEDBACK: Tactile with Mechanical Snap

Lifespan

>10 Million Actuations

No. Of Keys

88

Pointing Device

Force Sensing Resistor

Power

USB: 300mA@5V (from CPU port)

Product Weight

1.75 lbs +/- 0.10 lbs (0.79 kg +/- 0.05 kg)

Shock

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

Switch Force

(180g +/- 20g)

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: -40F to +167F (-40C to +75C) OPERATING: -40F to +158F (-40C to +70C)

The iKey SLK-880-FSR-OEM Military Grade Backlit Rugged Keyboard With FSR is designed and engineered for use in demanding environments where reliability, durability are essential. The SLK-880-FSR-OEM supports a wide range of industries and operational applications.

Common deployment industries include: Aerospace, Defence And Military, Emergency Services, Energy and Utilities, Industrial Manufacturing, Marine And Offshore, Public Sector, Security And Surveillance.

Across these sectors, the SLK-880-FSR-OEM is typically used in applications such as Aircraft Cockpit And Avionics Support Systems, Environmental Monitoring And Data Logging, Field Data Capture And Reporting, Industrial HMI And Machine Interfacing, Marine Bridge And Vessel Control Systems, Process Control And Shop-Floor Monitoring, Secure Communications And Command-And-Control.

These examples demonstrate the versatility of the SLK-880-FSR-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 SLK-880-FSR-OEM is appropriate for your specific application, please contact us.

The iKey SLK-880-FSR-OEM Military Grade Backlit Rugged Keyboard With FSR comes with a 90 Days 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 SLK-880-FSR-OEM Military Grade Backlit Rugged Keyboard With FSR, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.

For more information about the iKey SLK-880-FSR-OEM Military Grade Backlit Rugged Keyboard With FSR or to arrange repairs and services not covered by the warranty, please visit the warranty section on our website.

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At RUGGED, we recognise that every project has its own unique demands. If you have any questions about the iKey SLK-880-FSR-OEM or need a custom solution designed specifically for you, our team of technical experts are ready to assist you.

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    Rugged Limited understands the importance of versatility in industrial and demanding environments. That’s why our range of rugged keyboards is designed to accommodate global users by supporting multiple language layouts. This means that whether you require a keyboard with a UK, US, German, French, or another specific language layout, Rugged Limited can provide a solution tailored to your operational requirements.

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    Rugged Limited provides a range of rugged keyboards specifically engineered to meet the demanding requirements of military applications. These keyboards are designed to withstand extreme temperatures, vibrations, shocks, and exposure to dust and liquids, making them ideal for deployment in challenging operational environments.

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    Yes. iKey offers an extensive range of backlit rugged keyboards, identifiable by SLK and SLP model families, with backlighting integrated beneath the sealed silicone overlay rather than added externally. Standard backlighting is typically red, and some models such as the SLK-101-8L provide multiple adjustable lighting levels. For night-vision operations, iKey produces NVIS-compatible green backlit models, including the AK-39-NV wearable keyboard, which combines a green NVIS backlight with several adjustable brightness levels. Backlit options span desktop, panel mount, mobile mount and OEM formats, making iKey well suited to low-light control rooms, vehicle cabs, defence and emergency-services deployments where key visibility is essential without compromising the sealed, rugged design.

    Yes. iKey has substantial OEM and custom capability and maintains a dedicated OEM range covering panel mount keyboards, keypads and trackballs. Many standard products are also available in OEM versions for integration into larger systems and enclosures. Customisation options recorded across the catalogue include keyboard and keypad layout, language, backlight colour, cable type and length, interface, custom logo, and epoxy or PU key coatings. iKey also produces device-specific snap-on keyboards, such as the IK-PAN-FZG1 series that latches directly onto Panasonic FZG1 tablets, and the IK-SAM-AT for Samsung. This flexibility makes iKey a practical partner for integrators and manufacturers needing input hardware tailored to a specific platform or application.

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