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KY-PC-U rugged stainless steel kiosk keyboard with 84 keys and aluminium back panel
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KY-PC-U Rugged Stainless Steel Kiosk Keyboard With 84 Keys

KY-PC-U is a rugged stainless steel kiosk keyboard with 84 keys on a 320*105mm front panel and a 3mm aluminium alloy back panel.

Product Overview

KY-PC-U is a rugged stainless steel kiosk keyboard with 84 keys on a 320*105mm front panel and a 3mm aluminium alloy back panel. The 84 key count sits between a mini keyboard and a full 106 key layout, which suits kiosks that need function keys without a full width panel. Approvals listed are RoHS, IP65, FCC and CE.
  • 84 key layout adds function keys without going to a full width panel
  • 3mm aluminium alloy back panel gives a vandalproof structure
  • IP65 waterproof keyboard approval for exposed kiosk positions
  • 304 stainless steel keys resist forced contact in prisons and public sites
  • Customized layout and function or combination keys available
  • Rear or front mounting for either enclosure design
KY-PC-U rugged stainless steel kiosk keyboard with 84 keys and aluminium back panel
KY-PC-U rugged stainless steel kiosk keyboard with 84 keys and aluminium back panel

Application Scenarios

  • Kiosk solutions in transport and retail
  • Medical equipment operator panels
  • Industrial facilities with wash down cleaning
  • Prisons and secure institutions
  • Food service and oil field terminals

Who It Is For

  • Kiosk manufacturers needing a mid size layout
  • Medical and food service equipment OEMs
  • Secure facility equipment suppliers
  • Oil field and industrial installation teams

Problems It Solves

  • Mini keyboards lack the function keys a kiosk application needs
  • Full size keyboards will not fit a 320mm wide fascia
  • Thin back plates let a panel keyboard be levered out
  • Water ingress disables keyboards at unprotected outdoor sites

Technical Features

  • 84 keys in 304 stainless steel on a rugged panel
  • 3mm aluminium alloy back panel
  • Front panel 320*105mm with overall 344*129mm
  • Key sizes 14*14*4.5mm, 14*28*4.5mm and 14*100*4.5mm
  • Key trip 1.5mm or 2mm with operation force 280g plus or minus 20g
  • Power supply DC5V plus or minus 5 percent, working current under 150mA
  • Durability of 2 million operations or more

Specifications

KY-PC-U specification
Keys84
Front panel320*105mm
Overall344*129mm
Back panel3mm aluminium alloy
Power supplyDC5V±5%
Working current<150mA
InterfaceUSB, PS/2
Key trip1.5mm/2mm
Operation force280g±20g
Durability≥2 Million
Operation temperature-10℃~55℃ (Relative humidity 20%~85%)
ApprovalsRoHS, IP65, FCC, CE

Materials

  • 304 stainless steel keys
  • Stainless steel front panel
  • 3mm aluminium alloy back panel

Manufacturing Process

  1. Blanking of the 320*105mm stainless front panel
  2. CNC machining of the 84 key field in three key widths
  3. Machining of the 3mm aluminium alloy back panel
  4. Key labelling and panel finishing
  5. Waterproof assembly to the IP65 requirement

Quality Control

  • All 84 keys tested on a host before packing
  • Waterproof sealing verified against the IP65 approval
  • Operation force sampled to 280g±20g
  • Back panel thickness and flatness checked at 3mm

Approvals And Test Documentation

  • RoHS
  • IP65
  • FCC
  • CE

Customisation Options

  • Customized layout available
  • Customized function keys or combination keys
  • Key trip specified at 1.5mm or 2mm
  • USB or PS/2 interface at order
  • Rear or front mounting arrangement

How It Compares

KY-PC-F3 with 106 keysKY-PC-U has 84 keys on a narrower 320*105mm panel where fascia width is limited.
KY-PC-C keyboard only panelKY-PC-U adds a 3mm aluminium alloy back panel and a larger key count for function entry.
Plastic bodied kiosk keyboards304 stainless steel keys with an IP65 waterproof build replace parts that crack and leak.

Use Guide

  1. Machine the fascia for a 320*105mm front panel and 344*129mm overall
  2. Fit by rear or front mounting depending on access
  3. Connect USB or PS/2 and confirm all 84 keys
  4. Keep the seal intact so the IP65 rating holds
  5. Operate within -10℃~55℃ and store within -30℃~85℃

Questions About This Model

How many keys does KY-PC-U have?
It has 84 keys.
What is the back panel made of?
A 3mm aluminium alloy back panel supports the stainless steel front.
Which approvals apply?
RoHS, IP65, FCC and CE.
Can function keys be customized?
Yes. Customized layout and customized function keys or combination keys are available.
What is the panel size?
Front panel is 320*105mm and overall is 344*129mm.
What systems are supported?
Window XP, Window 7, Window 8, Linux, Ubuntu and Android.

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