Side Keypad
KY2027E Slim Side Keypad With Flush 116*27mm Panel
KY2027E is the flush-fit side keypad in the range: front panel and overall size are both 116*27mm, so the part drops into a narrow bezel slot with no oversize body behind the face.
Product Overview
KY2027E is the flush-fit side keypad in the range: front panel and overall size are both 116*27mm, so the part drops into a narrow bezel slot with no oversize body behind the face. It carries stainless steel function keys or a side bar and connects to a KEYU EPP through a pin interface. Lifespan is over 2 million operations per key.
- Front panel and overall size are identical at 116*27mm, simplifying tight bezel design
- 27mm height suits machines where only a thin strip is free beside the screen
- Pin interface plugs into a KEYU EPP directly with no extra electronics
- Stainless steel keys rated over 2 million operations per key
- 1.5mm key trip keeps a tactile press despite the slim format
- Customized layouts for the function set your software presents
Application Scenarios
- Automatic Teller Machine bezels with a narrow side channel
- Self-service payment solutions with slim fascia design
- Self-service petrol filling stations mounted in a weather bezel
- Vending machine selection strips along the display edge
Who It Is For
- Terminal designers with only a thin strip beside the screen
- ATM OEMs standardising on KEYU EPP wiring
- Payment kiosk integrators
- Vending machine builders
Problems It Solves
- Side keypads whose rear body is wider than the bezel slot allows
- No spare host port for a function keypad
- Printed side strips that fade or peel outdoors
- Function keys that cannot be relabelled when the menu changes
Technical Features
- Matching 116*27mm front panel and overall dimensions for a flush installation
- Pin interface for direct KEYU EPP connection
- Stainless steel side keypad as function keys or side bar
- Key trip 1.5mm
- Lifespan greater than 2 million operations per key
Specifications
| Front Panel | 116*27mm |
|---|---|
| Overall | 116*27mm |
| Interface | Pin, connects to KEYU EPP directly |
| Key Trip | 1.5mm |
| Lifespan | >2 million operations per key |
Materials
- Stainless steel keypad panel and key faces
Manufacturing Process
- Precision blanking of the 116*27mm strip
- CNC machining of key openings to keep the flush profile
- Laser etching of key symbols
- Contact and pin header assembly
- Pinout verification against the EPP harness
Quality Control
- Flatness check so the panel sits flush in the bezel
- Key press sampling to the 2 million operation lifespan
- Pin continuity test with the mating EPP connector
- Key trip verification at 1.5mm
Customisation Options
- Custom key count and symbol layout
- Side bar or discrete function key format
- Etched arrow or text legends
- Pin header orientation
- Mounting hole pattern to your bezel
How It Compares
| KY2040H side keypad | KY2027E is 27mm tall with no oversize rear body, while KY2040H is 40mm tall with a 132*40mm overall footprint. |
|---|---|
| KY2026 side keypad | KY2027E is longer at 116mm and flush front to back, where KY2026 has a 98mm face on a 115mm overall body. |
| Plastic keypad strip | Stainless steel keys handle outdoor forecourt use where a plastic strip discolours and cracks. |
Use Guide
- Cut the bezel slot to 116*27mm; front and overall dimensions are the same
- Check the pin header clearance behind the panel before finalising the bezel
- Confirm the KEYU EPP pinout at design stage
- Fix the panel evenly so the 1.5mm travel is free on every key
Solutions
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View SpecificationQuestions About This Model
Why are the front and overall sizes the same?
Both are 116*27mm, so the keypad is flush front to back and fits a plain slot without a rear flange allowance.
How does it connect?
Through a pin interface that connects to a KEYU EPP directly.
What is the key lifespan?
Greater than 2 million operations per key.
What travel do the keys have?
1.5mm key trip.
Can we define the layout?
Yes, layouts are customized to your function set.
What machines is it intended for?
Automatic Teller Machines, self-service payment solutions, self-service petrol filling stations and vending machines.
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