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KY-TB-38 metal trackball mouse with 38mm ball and two keys
Trackball Mouse

KY-TB-38 Metal Trackball Mouse With 2 Keys

KY-TB-38 is a patented high resolution trackball with a 38mm metal ball and two keys on a 304 stainless steel panel.

Product Overview

KY-TB-38 is a patented high resolution trackball with a 38mm metal ball and two keys on a 304 stainless steel panel. The 83*110 mm front panel and 107*134 mm overall body mount from the rear or the front so it drops into existing kiosk fascias. It suits self service terminal builders who need a sealed pointing device carrying RoHS IP65 FCC and CE approvals.
  • 38mm metal ball gives long travel for fast cursor movement
  • Resolution above 800dpi for accurate selection on large screens
  • Resistant to dirt dust and liquid with a vandal proof design
  • Rear mounting or front mounting suits new and retrofit fascias
  • Approvals cover ROHS IP65 FCC and CE
  • Mounting kit and desktop kit optional for bench use
KY-TB-38 metal trackball mouse with 38mm ball and two keys
KY-TB-38 metal trackball mouse with 38mm ball and two keys

Application Scenarios

  • Kiosks in retail and transport hubs
  • Vending machines with graphical menus
  • Self service terminals in public buildings
  • Library catalogue stations
  • Ticket vending machines
  • Industrial equipment operator panels

Who It Is For

  • Kiosk and vending OEMs
  • Self service terminal integrators
  • Library and public sector equipment suppliers
  • Industrial equipment manufacturers

Problems It Solves

  • Loose mice are removed or broken at public terminals
  • Small trackballs slow navigation on large kiosk screens
  • Liquid and dust disable unsealed pointing devices
  • Fascia designs vary between rear and front mounting

Technical Features

  • 38mm metal trackball with two keys
  • Front panel 83*110 mm with overall 107*134 mm
  • DC5V plus or minus 5 percent supply with working current under 150mA
  • Operation force under 2N and durability of at least 2Million
  • USB and PS/2 interface
  • EMC emission EN55022(B)
  • Storage temperature -30 to 85 degrees C

Specifications

KY-TB-38 specification
Front Panel83*110 mm
Overall107*134 mm
Metal Trackball38mm
Resolutionabove 800dpi
Power SupplyDC5V±5%
Working Current<150mA
InterfaceUSB、PS/2
Operation Force<2N
Durability≥ 2Million
Mounting WayRear mounting or Front mounting
EMC EmissionEN55022(B)
ApprovalsROHS、IP65、FCC、CE

Materials

  • 304 stainless steel front panel
  • 304 stainless steel keys
  • Aluminum back panel

Manufacturing Process

  1. Panel forming to the 83*110 mm face
  2. CNC machining of the 38mm ball seat
  3. Aluminum back panel preparation
  4. Sensor fitting and resolution calibration
  5. Sealing assembly for the IP65 approval
  6. USB and PS/2 interface test

Quality Control

  • Tracking accuracy checked against above 800dpi
  • Operation force verified under 2N
  • Ingress test on the assembled unit
  • Life sampling to at least 2Million operations
  • EMC emission check to EN55022(B)

Approvals And Test Documentation

  • ROHS
  • IP65
  • FCC
  • CE

Customisation Options

  • Rear or front mounting configuration
  • Mounting kit or desktop kit supplied on request
  • Key legend and finish on the stainless keys
  • USB or PS/2 output
  • Cable length and exit direction

How It Compares

KY-TB-25A 38mm ball on a 83*110 mm panel covers large screens faster than the 25mm version
Optical desk miceA panel mounted ball needs no desk surface and cannot be taken from the kiosk
Rear mount only modulesRear mounting or front mounting lets one part fit different fascia designs

Use Guide

  1. Cut the fascia to accept the 83*110 mm front panel
  2. Allow 107*134 mm overall clearance
  3. Select rear or front mounting during installation
  4. Supply DC5V plus or minus 5 percent
  5. Store spares between -30 and 85 degrees C

Questions About This Model

What ball size does KY-TB-38 use?
A 38mm metal trackball.
How many keys are fitted?
Two keys.
What approvals does it hold?
ROHS IP65 FCC and CE.
How is it mounted?
Rear mounting or front mounting.
What is the cursor resolution?
Above 800dpi.
What interfaces are supported?
USB and PS/2.

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