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KY2117 compact 20 key stainless steel keypad with 3mm aluminium back panel
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KY2117 20 Key Stainless Steel Keypad With Aluminium Back Panel

KY2117 is a compact 20 key stainless steel keypad backed by a 3mm aluminium panel for vandal resistance. Key labelling uses a laser procedure when the letters are black, while etching covers every other colour, so branding and…

Product Overview

KY2117 is a compact 20 key stainless steel keypad backed by a 3mm aluminium panel for vandal resistance. Key labelling uses a laser procedure when the letters are black, while etching covers every other colour, so branding and multilingual legends are both possible. The layout can be customized for free and the unit ships with USB, PS/2 or RS232 output.
  • A 3mm aluminium back panel stiffens the assembly against blows to the key face
  • Free layout customization means the key field matches your software instead of the reverse
  • Etching supports coloured legends where laser marking is limited to black
  • Three interface options let one part number serve USB, PS/2 and RS232 hosts
  • Compact 20 key layout fits fascias too small for a full keyboard
KY2117 compact 20 key stainless steel keypad with 3mm aluminium back panel
KY2117 compact 20 key stainless steel keypad with 3mm aluminium back panel

Application Scenarios

  • Compact self service terminals with limited fascia area
  • Access and function keypads on control equipment
  • Serial connected machines requiring RS232 input
  • Legacy terminals still using PS/2 ports
  • Retail and service machines needing a short key set

Who It Is For

  • Terminal OEMs working with tight panel real estate
  • Integrators supporting mixed USB, PS/2 and RS232 installations
  • Buyers needing coloured key legends

Problems It Solves

  • Thin panels flex and fail when keys are struck hard
  • Black only marking blocks colour coded key groups
  • Standard keypads force software changes to fit their layout
  • Fascias too small for full keyboards still need physical keys

Technical Features

  • 20 buttons made of stainless steel in a compact layout
  • 3mm aluminium back panel with vandal proof design
  • Laser procedure for key labelling when letter colour is black
  • Etching available for all legend colours
  • Free layout customization
  • Interface options of USB, PS/2 or RS232

Specifications

KY2117 specification
Buttons20
Key MaterialStainless steel
Back Panel3mm Aluminum
InterfaceUSB、PS/2or RS232
MarkingLaser for black letters, etching for all colours
LayoutCustomized for free

Materials

  • Stainless steel keys
  • 3mm aluminium back panel

Manufacturing Process

  1. Stainless steel key blanking and forming
  2. CNC machining of the 3mm aluminium back panel
  3. Laser marking or etching of key legends
  4. Key and contact layer assembly
  5. Interface harness fitting and function test

Quality Control

  • Function test of all 20 key positions
  • Back panel thickness and flatness check
  • Legend colour and alignment inspection
  • Interface verification on the ordered USB, PS/2 or RS232 output

Customisation Options

  • Free layout customization of the 20 key field
  • Laser or etched legends depending on colour
  • Choice of USB, PS/2 or RS232 interface
  • Panel outline to match a compact fascia
  • Coloured legends through the etching process

How It Compares

Keypads without a rigid backingThe 3mm aluminium back panel resists deformation when the keys are struck
Laser only marked keypadsEtching adds colours beyond the black that laser marking produces
Single interface keypadsUSB, PS/2 and RS232 are all available from the same model

Use Guide

  1. Confirm the interface choice at order stage since the harness differs
  2. Send your key legend artwork for the free layout customization
  3. Allow panel depth for the 3mm aluminium back panel plus wiring
  4. Specify legend colour early so laser or etching can be selected

Questions About This Model

How many keys does KY2117 have?
20 buttons made of stainless steel in a compact layout.
What backs the keypad?
A 3mm aluminium back panel with a vandal proof design.
Which interfaces are available?
USB, PS/2 or RS232.
Can legends be coloured?
Yes, etching is possible for all colours while laser marking covers black letters.
Is layout change chargeable?
The layout can be customized for free.
What are the keys made of?
Stainless steel.

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