Industrial Keyboards

Rugged Keyboards for Machine Control Panels and Industrial Workstations

Industrial keyboards are no ordinary input devices—they are designed for continuous use in environments where standard keyboards quickly reach their limits. They are equally suitable for machine controls, control panels, control cabinets, and industrial workstation systems. The focus is on durability, reliable operation, and construction that withstands the demands of daily industrial use.

Thanks to robust materials and careful construction, these keyboards are designed for a long service life—even under heavy use. The combination of stability and ergonomic design ensures that operators can work precisely and comfortably, even during continuous use.

Overview of the Benefits of Industrial Keyboards

Compared to standard office keyboards, industrial keyboards offer key advantages that are immediately apparent in everyday industrial use:

• Durable materials and robust construction ensure a long service life
• Reliable performance even with frequent use—the keyboards are designed for continuous operation and maintain their precision.
• Comfortable typing experience for efficient operation without a long learning curve.
• Interfaces such as USB and PS/2 enable easy integration into existing systems.

Various designs for different requirements

Lm-therm offers industrial keyboards in various designs—ensuring the right solution for every application.

Compact models are ideal for applications with limited space, such as in control cabinets or tight control panels. For applications requiring a keyboard and pointing device in a single unit, models with an integrated touchpad (industrial keyboard with touchpad, FK-10B4400) or an integrated trackball (industrial keyboard with trackball, FK-10B4400)—both in a compact design measuring 369–370 × 139 × 20 mm. These all-in-one solutions reduce wiring effort and save valuable space in the system.

On the other hand, those who need a full-size keyboard layout will find the FK-10B4100 to be a compact industrial keyboard (282 × 131 × 25 mm) that can be integrated to save space.

Industrial keyboards for control cabinets, control panels, and 19″ systems

Especially in 19″ control cabinets and control panels, every centimeter counts. Lm-therm’s industrial keyboards are designed to integrate seamlessly into existing operating concepts and system architectures. Thanks to their slim design and standardized connections (USB, PS/2), integration into existing PCs or control systems is straightforward. Even in tight spaces, they enable precise and comfortable operation—without compromising on functionality.