Marine computer keyboard MKB104

104-keywaterproofIP65

Product overview

• MIL‑SPEC rugged keyboard
• Designed and tested to MIL‑STD‑810G, MIL‑STD‑461G and DO‑160 standards
• IP65 sealed
• IEC 60945 certified
• Backlit, waterproof, full travel switches with excellent tactile feedback
• Aluminium machined enclosure, matt black
• Surtec 650 coating
• High level of corrosion resistance
• High reliability key switch mechanisms
• Rugged Amphenol electrical connection system
• Panel mount and desktop versions available
• Customization possible
• Manufactured to ISO 9001 quality system

Details
The keyboards provide a highly reliable input device for critical applications. Standard available types include MKB104S0001USB (desktop MIL standard keyboard) and MKB104N0001USB (panel mount MIL standard keyboard). The unit is equipped with a high specification rubber dome key mechanism delivering excellent tactile feel and a lifetime of 10 million actuations. Each key is sprayed black and laser etched to provide illumination in low light environments.

Backlighting is BUS powered over USB as standard; it can be externally controlled by a customer's PWM signal as part of custom offerings. The keyboard is supplied in a conventional QWERTY layout; the number and position of key switches can be specified in custom solutions. The aluminium construction offers impact strength, electrical shielding and environmental protection. The keyboard can be NVIS compatible and is waterproof.

Technical specifications

• Standards: MIL‑STD‑810G, MIL‑STD‑461G, DO‑160
• Ingress protection: IP65 sealed
• Certification: IEC 60945
• Switch type: Full travel switches / high specification rubber dome
• Key lifetime: 10 million actuations
• Key marking: Keys sprayed black and laser etched for illumination
• Backlight: BUS powered over USB (externally controllable via PWM on request)
• NVIS compatibility: available
• Enclosure: Aluminium machined enclosure, matt black
• Surface finish: Surtec 650 coating
• Corrosion resistance: High
• Connection: Rugged Amphenol electrical connection system
• Versions: Panel mount and desktop
• Layout: Standard QWERTY (customisable)
• Quality system: Manufactured to ISO 9001