InduKey TKS-088c-TB38-MODUL Industrial Keyboard

InduKey TKS-088c-TB38-MODUL is built around a reinforced ABS polycarbonate housing, designed for industrial and medical environments requiring sealed, robust keyboards. It features a compact layout integrating a 38 mm mechanical trackball for precise cursor control, ideal for front panel mounting with threaded bolts to ensure stability in continuous-duty deployments. This industrial keyboard uses short travel aluminium keys with an operating force of 2.6 N, delivering tactile mechanical feedback and supporting around 3 million switching cycles for durability under frequent use.

The keyboard complies with RoHS and CE standards and supports all Windows and Macintosh systems, providing reliable compatibility. Operating temperatures range from 0 to 70°C, and storage limits extend from -25 to 80°C, confirming resilience across varied conditions. The device’s sealed enclosure offers ingress protection against dust and liquids, reinforcing its fit for challenging industrial and medical settings where reliable input is essential.

TKS-088c-TB38-MODUL Features

  • Panel Mount Version With Reserve Side Screwing Studs
  • Ergonomically Designed Keyboard With 88 Keys
  • Positive Tactile Feedback
  • Key Emboss Frame
  • Integrated 38 mm Trackball
  • Chemical, Abrasion and Scratch Resistant Frontsheet
  • Resistant To Dirt, Dust and Liquid (IP65)

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Manufacturer

Certifications & Standards

Ruggedness

IP Rating

Mounting Format

Country Of Manufacture

Germany

Case Material

ABS Polycarbonate

Certifications

RoHS Compliant, CE

Custom Options Products

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

Dimensions

370 x 180 x 45.8 mm

Housing Colour

White / Medical White

Ball Material

phenolic resin

Compatibility

All Windows and Macintosh Operating Systems

Key Material

Aluminium

Key Switch

Short Travel Keys

Mounting Type

front panel with threaded bolts

No. Of Keys

88

Operating Force

2.6 N

Operating Principle

mechanical

Pointing Device

Trackball

Pointing Device Operating Principle

Mechanical

Product Weight

1100 g

Switch / Key Travel

0.3 mm

Switching Cycles

approx. 3 mill. (per key)

Trackball Diameter

38 mm

Temperature Rating

STORAGE: -25C to +80C OPERATING:0C to +70C

The InduKey TKS-088c-TB38-MODUL Industrial Keyboard is designed and engineered for use in demanding environments where reliability, durability are essential. The TKS-088c-TB38-MODUL supports a wide range of industries and operational applications.

Common deployment industries include: Energy and Utilities, Food And Beverage Processing, Healthcare And Medical, Industrial Manufacturing, Logistics And Supply Chain, Pharmaceutical, Public Sector, Retail.

Across these sectors, the TKS-088c-TB38-MODUL is typically used in applications such as Industrial HMI And Machine Interfacing, Medical Carts And Clinical Mobile Workstations, Process Control And Shop-Floor Monitoring, Warehouse Picking And Put-Away.

These examples demonstrate the versatility of the TKS-088c-TB38-MODUL 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 TKS-088c-TB38-MODUL is appropriate for your specific application, please contact us.

The InduKey TKS-088c-TB38-MODUL Industrial 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, InduKey TKS-088c-TB38-MODUL Industrial Keyboard, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.

For more information about the InduKey TKS-088c-TB38-MODUL Industrial 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 InduKey TKS-088c-TB38-MODUL Industrial Keyboard, 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 InduKey TKS-088c-TB38-MODUL or need a custom solution designed specifically for you, our team of technical experts are ready to assist you.

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    The first digit in an IP rating signifies protection against solid objects, ranging from 0 (no protection) to 6 (dust-tight). A higher number here means greater resistance to particles entering the device.

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