Wireless Intrinsically-Safe Keyboards Reduce Costs by 35 Percent
Austin, Texas - iKey LTD, the leader in rugged keyboards for hazardous environments, manufacturers the world's first intrinsically-safe (IS) keyboard, with the added convenience of wireless technology.
iKey introduced the first wireless IS keyboards in 2009, making them the first-known, completely sealed IS keyboards on the market with wireless capabilities. The BT-87-TP-IS and DW-5K-IS receives Factory Mutual approval for use in Class I, II, and III, Division 1, Groups C, D, E, F and G locations.
"Our intrinsically safe, wireless products completely eliminate the cable, the bulkhead connectors and the barriers that are normally required for IS keyboard products, while maintaining the characteristics necessary for intrinsic safety," Dave Huddleston, operations manager at iKey, said. "iKey's wireless IS keyboards are just as safe as wired IS products but cost 35 percent less because they do not require barriers."
The DW-5K-IS requires three AA batteries and a USB dongle isolated from the hazardous location to operate. The DW-5K-IS features an integrated HulaPoint IITM pointing device and measures 14.97" x 6.61" x 1.91" (width-height-depth).
The BT-87-TP-IS is a Bluetooth©-compatible, submersible keyboard that does not require a USB dongle if the host computer is also Bluetooth©-compatible. It needs two AA batteries for power. The BT-87-TP-IS features an integrated touchpad and measures 12.01" x 7.75" x 2.03" (width-height-depth).
Both of iKey's wireless IS keyboards have a 30-foot RF range. They are built with a sealed, industrial silicone rubber keypad and a rugged ABS polycarbonate case. Each of the keyboards meets NEMA 4X specifications, with the ability to withstand dirty, wet and corrosive environments.
In addition, iKey manufacturers both of these products in nonincendive versions that are Factory Mutual approved for use in Class I Division 2, Groups A, B, C, and D locations (BT-87-TP-NI and DW-5K-NI).
For more information on iKey's wireless keyboards for hazardous areas, visit www.ikey.com, or call (800) 866-6506.
About iKey, Inc.: For over 20 years, iKey designs and manufactures sealed, rugged keyboards and pointing devices for industrial, public safety, medical and military applications. A pioneer in its industry since 1989, iKey is known as an innovator of industrial computer peripherals. For more information, visit www.ikey.com.
Contact:
Kate Eads
(512) 837-0283
Keads@ikey.com
www.iKey.com
