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Industrial input devices manufactured in Shenzhen since 1995
KY2088A vandalproof 16 key stainless steel metal keypad front view
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KY2088A Vandalproof 16 Key Metal Keypad

KY2088A is a 16 Keys stainless steel keypad designed for industrial mining systems and unattended payment machines. The water and vandal proof front measures 100*91.5 mm with a 138*95 mm overall body so it fits compact fascias.

Product Overview

KY2088A is a 16 Keys stainless steel keypad designed for industrial mining systems and unattended payment machines. The water and vandal proof front measures 100*91.5 mm with a 138*95 mm overall body so it fits compact fascias. It is for OEMs who need numeric entry that survives impact grit and washdown.
  • 16 Keys in a compact 100*91.5 mm front panel for tight fascia space
  • IP65 vandalproof construction rated for industrial mining system duty
  • Laser or etching key labeling so legends do not wear off with use
  • Durability of at least 2 million operations per key
  • Short 0.45mm key trip gives fast entry with gloves
  • USB PS/2 or RS232 output covers most terminal controllers
KY2088A vandalproof 16 key stainless steel metal keypad front view
KY2088A vandalproof 16 key stainless steel metal keypad front view

Application Scenarios

  • Underground and surface mining control stations
  • Ticket vending machines
  • Self service payment machines
  • Parking entry and payment terminals
  • Outdoor kiosks exposed to dust and rain
  • Access points needing numeric code entry

Who It Is For

  • Mining equipment builders
  • Vending and ticketing machine OEMs
  • Parking solution integrators
  • Self service payment terminal makers

Problems It Solves

  • Printed legends rub away on high traffic keypads
  • Plastic keypads fail under impact at unattended sites
  • Dust and water reach the switch layer in mining environments
  • Large keypads do not fit narrow terminal fascias

Technical Features

  • Front panel 100*91.5 mm with overall 138*95 mm body
  • Key trip 0.45mm with operation force 220g plus or minus 20g
  • Working current under 150mA at DC5V plus or minus 5 percent
  • Operation temperature -20 to 55 degrees C and storage -30 to 85 degrees C
  • Packing dimension 160 *160*60 mm
  • Compatible with Window XP Window 7 Window 10 Linux Ubuntu and Android

Specifications

KY2088A specification
Keys16 Keys
Front Panel100*91.5 mm
Overall138*95 mm
Power SupplyDC5V±5%
Working Current<150mA
InterfaceUSB, PS/2 or RS232
Key Trip0.45mm
Operation Force220g±20g
Durability≥2 million
Packing Dim160 *160*60 mm
Storage Temperature-30℃~85℃
ApprovalRoHS, IP65, FCC, CE

Materials

  • Stainless steel buttons
  • Metal keypad panel

Manufacturing Process

  1. Sheet metal forming of the 100*91.5 mm panel
  2. CNC punching of the 16 key apertures
  3. Laser marking or chemical etching of key legends
  4. Panel brushing and finishing
  5. Gasket sealing to the IP65 level
  6. Interface board fitting and cable termination

Quality Control

  • Key force sampled against 220g plus or minus 20g
  • Travel measured to 0.45mm
  • Life cycle sampling to the 2 million figure
  • IP65 ingress check on the sealed front
  • Legend adhesion and etch depth inspection

Approvals And Test Documentation

  • RoHS
  • IP65
  • FCC
  • CE

Customisation Options

  • Free layout customization of the 16 key field
  • Laser or etching procedure chosen for key labeling
  • USB PS/2 or RS232 interface build
  • Legend language and symbol set to order
  • Panel cutout and fixing pattern to match the host

How It Compares

Printed plastic keypadsLaser or etched stainless legends do not wear off under abrasive dust
Unsealed metal keypadsThe IP65 water and vandal proof design keeps grit out of the switch layer
Larger numeric padsA 100*91.5 mm front panel fits fascias where full size pads will not

Use Guide

  1. Prepare a cutout suited to the 100*91.5 mm front panel
  2. Allow 138*95 mm behind the fascia for the body
  3. Choose laser or etched labeling at order time
  4. Keep operation between -20 and 55 degrees C
  5. Supply DC5V plus or minus 5 percent with headroom above 150mA

Questions About This Model

How many keys does KY2088A have?
16 Keys.
What is the panel size?
The front panel is 100*91.5 mm and the overall size is 138*95 mm.
Which approvals does it carry?
RoHS IP65 FCC and CE.
Can the legends be customized?
Yes laser or etching procedure for key labeling is optional and layout is customized for free.
What is the key life?
Durability is at least 2 million operations.
Which interfaces are offered?
USB PS/2 or RS232.

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