Metal Keypads/Keyboards and Control Systems

APEM metal keypads/keyboards combine the highest level of resistance to vandalism (up to IK10) and a modern and visually attractive design. Designed for the harshest environments, they are weatherproof and can withstand most corrosive agents.

Metal keypads/keyboards have a modular construction which allows customisation with a relatively short prototyping time,. They are made of standard elements developed by APEM and can also integrate other components (Joysticks, indicators, switches).

  • Modular construction based on standard V, PR and PQ Series
  • Modern stainless steel/aluminium design
  • Long life
  • High resistance to harsh environments
  • On request, integration of specific electronics: protocols, USB interface

Features:

  1. Uniform backlighting, no visual fatigue, choice of colour
  2. Choice of shape and number of keys
  3. With or without frame
  4. Custom product at a reasonable price

 

For many years, APEM has produced metal keypads/keyboards for the following applications:

1. Self-service machines (Car park access, vending machines for transport tickets or other)
2. Access control (interphones)
3. Industrial automation (Control panels, industrial remote controls)
High end products (cars, yachts, high tech, luxury...)

Our metal keypads/keyboards are highly customisable:

1. Backlighting colour and intensity
2. Key shape and size
3. Marking type and position, embossing/braille option
4. Long life marking with high abrasion resistance
5. Connection, possible combination with an emergency stop
6. High resistance to harsh environments: up to IP69K and IK10
7. With of without frame depending on type of integration
8. Colour of front face: Black anodised, aluminium, stainless steel
9. Electronics: Choice of communication protocols RS232, CAN, USB, LIN etc.

V Series: The most robust
PR Series: Compact design with round keys
PQ Series: Compact design with square keys

Other products are available on request from standard to 100% custom.