Metal Keyboard
Industrial RS485 Keyboard With 16 Stainless Steel Keys
This industrial RS485 keyboard puts 16 laser-engraved stainless steel keys behind an IP65 sealed 304 stainless panel for control rooms, plants and public access points.
Product Overview
This industrial RS485 keyboard puts 16 laser-engraved stainless steel keys behind an IP65 sealed 304 stainless panel for control rooms, plants and public access points. RS485 carries the data over long runs of up to 1800 meters, so the keyboard can sit far from its controller in a large facility. The gold-plated industrial PCB holds signal integrity in electrically noisy plant environments.
- RS485 transmission up to 1800 meters lets the keyboard sit far from the control cabinet
- Industrial-grade gold-plated PCB improves anti-interference and corrosion resistance in complex electromagnetic environments
- 304 stainless steel housing gives corrosion resistance and vandal-proof performance
- Laser-engraved keys keep legends readable after prolonged public use
- IP65 rating protects against water splashes, dust and other contaminants
- Over 2 million key presses supports high-traffic daily operation
Application Scenarios
- Industrial control systems in plants and workshops
- Automation equipment operator stations
- Monitoring systems spread across a large site
- Access control systems
- Oil fields and outdoor industrial areas
- Food processing plants subject to washdown
Who It Is For
- Plant automation integrators running long cable routes
- Access control system builders
- Oil and gas equipment suppliers
- Food processing equipment manufacturers
Problems It Solves
- USB cable length limits break down on large sites, while RS485 reaches up to 1800 meters
- Electromagnetic noise corrupts data, countered by the industrial-grade gold-plated PCB
- Printed legends wear away, so keys are laser-engraved
- Operators speak different languages, met by fully customizable interface text
- Visually impaired operators need tactile marking, provided by Braille markings on the keys
Technical Features
- 16 responsive keys with a service life of over 2 million key presses
- RS485 communication protocol for stable long distance data transmission
- Transmission range of up to 1800 meters
- PCB with industrial-grade gold-plated process
- IP65 waterproof and dustproof rating
- Braille markings supported on the keys
- Interface text customizable across multiple languages
Specifications
| Keys | 16 |
|---|---|
| Interface | RS485 |
| Transmission range | up to 1800 meters |
| Key life | over 2 million key presses |
| Protection | IP65 |
| Housing material | 304 stainless steel |
| Key marking | Laser-engraved |
| PCB | Industrial-grade gold-plated |
Materials
- Premium 304 stainless steel housing and panel
- Gold-plated industrial PCB
Manufacturing Process
- Sheet metal forming of the 304 stainless steel housing
- PCB fabrication with industrial-grade gold plating
- Laser engraving of key legends in the required language
- Braille dot forming where specified
- IP65 sealing and RS485 loop test over distance
Quality Control
- RS485 data integrity test over long cable runs
- IP65 water splash and dust ingress test
- Key press endurance sampling beyond 2 million presses
- Legend adhesion and engraving depth inspection
Approvals And Test Documentation
- IP65
Customisation Options
- Interface text in English, German, French, Spanish or other languages
- Braille markings on selected keys
- Key legend layout for the operating procedure
- Panel finish and mounting arrangement
How It Compares
| USB industrial keyboards | RS485 carries data up to 1800 meters where USB runs are limited to a few metres |
|---|---|
| Standard PCB keyboards | The industrial-grade gold-plated PCB resists interference and corrosion in complex industrial electromagnetic environments |
| Silk screened keys | Laser-engraved keys survive heavy use without the legend wearing off |
Use Guide
- Terminate the RS485 pair correctly at both ends for runs approaching 1800 meters
- Confirm the language and Braille marking set before laser engraving
- Mount the 304 stainless panel so the IP65 seal is compressed evenly
- Route the RS485 line away from motor cabling to preserve signal quality
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Questions About This Model
How far can it be from the controller?
RS485 supports a transmission range of up to 1800 meters.
How many keys does it have?
16 keys, rated for over 2 million key presses.
Can the key text be in another language?
Yes. The interface text is fully customizable and supports multiple languages including German, French and Spanish.
Does it support accessibility marking?
Yes, Braille markings on the keys are supported.
Is it sealed against washdown?
It carries an IP65 waterproof and dustproof rating.
What is the housing made of?
Premium 304 stainless steel.
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