Product Description:

The VAK10.1E-DE-U-MPNN industrial keyboard is produced by Bosch Rexroth Indramat as part of the VAK Industrial Keyboards series. This human-machine interface supplies tactile entry for drive controllers, PLCs, and visualization terminals, allowing direct command and data input on the machine floor. Its membrane switch assembly resists oil mist and airborne particles common in machining cells, and the panel format lets it mount flush into electrical enclosures or console housings. The flush-mounted design keeps the operating surface accessible at the front of the panel while the main body remains inside the enclosure.

The keyboard draws 5 V ±5 % logic supply and consumes only 30 mA, minimizing load on controller backplanes. It provides 86 short-travel keys and three status LEDs for clear operator feedback. The indicator lights allow quick visual confirmation of interface or machine states during operation. A sealed bezel and rear gasket give the unit an IP65 rating at the front face, so washdown or dust-laden areas do not compromise contact reliability. Continuous operation is supported from +5 °C to +45 °C, and the design falls under Overvoltage Category II for circuits protected from high-energy transients.

For cabinet integration, the keyboard projects 200 mm behind the mounting plane, while the visible front measures 350 mm wide and 88 mm high. A molded cable, 1.0 m long, terminates in a standard plug, so the connection can be routed directly to compatible equipment without internal rewiring. Installations can be located up to 3000 m above sea level without derating, and the housing tolerates shocks of 15 g as well as vibration levels of 1 g up to 150 Hz. This level of mechanical durability supports use on moving equipment such as gantries, presses, or conveyor stations. The layout also suits control panels and operator consoles that need front access with the body installed behind the enclosure wall.