Silicone keypad for recessed installation: 3 features that make it unique on the market!

Recessed keypads are only made of steel...

This is one of the most common misconceptions about keyboards used in industrial environments.

But are you sure that's the case?

And we are referring to you, yes, you who are reading right now: because if you've made it this far, to this article, it means that the title you read has at least sparked some curiosity...

You're probably also wondering: "How is it possible that recessed silicone keypads exist?"

Well... now you're about to find out!

Industrial keypads: are they only made of steel?

If you work in an industrial sector, you're surely used to seeing sturdy steel keypads, strong, and of course, very suitable for harsh environments due to these features...

But what if you wanted a keypad made from a different material? For example... silicone?

A keypad that is not only durable but also completely waterproof, one that you can install in industrial environments where you’re constantly in contact with liquids... is that possible?

We can tell you right now: recessed silicone keypads are not commonly found on the market, but we can provide you with one.

Recessed silicone keypad: 3 features that make it unique on the market

As we mentioned earlier, in the industrial environment, the keypads you typically see are made of steel.
You can install them inside machinery or in harsh environments with high temperatures without any damage, and this is absolutely true...

But what happens if you need a keypad with completely waterproof keys, for example?

And here's where the first feature that makes our recessed silicone keypad unique comes into play:

1. It is completely waterproof.
   With an IP67 protection rating, it guarantees total protection against dust and liquids: this IP rating also makes it resistant to full immersion in water (specifically, up to a depth of 1 meter for 30 minutes!).
   
   Unlike metal keypads, this keypad, which you will see in the photo, has keys completely covered in silicone, so neither dust nor liquids can infiltrate it.
   Moreover, the silicone-covered keys are much softer than the steel ones you might be used to: this means the silicone keypad better absorbs the constant pressure of your fingers on the keys. The advantage for you is clear: you'll experience less joint pain, and by the end of the day, after continuous and persistent use, your fingers will thank you!
2. The installation: This keypad is recessed, just like the steel ones you're used to.
   This gives you the confidence that, from today, you'll have the option to make a choice: you won't just have the "classic" metal keypad to install in industrial machinery, but you'll also be able to use this silicone one, which is also waterproof!
   
   
3. The Hula Point: This keypad is equipped with it, allowing you to have both a keypad and a mouse in one single product.
   The result? You'll save a lot of valuable space and you'll also find it more comfortable to perform your work!

Waterproofing, mounting type, and the built-in mouse: these are the 3 features that make our silicone keypad unique on the market!

But at this point, we want to clarify one thing...

With this blog post, we absolutely do not want to undermine steel keypads, which find their perfect use and application in every heavy-duty industrial sector.

We simply want to show you that there are also silicone keypads that can serve the same function as the steel ones.

If you'd like to take a closer look at this niche keypad of ours, you can do so here.

Check out our waterproof silicone keypad model

If you work in an industrial sector and need keypads to be integrated into machinery or applications but aren't sure which one would be best for you, contact us and request a free consultation!

We will listen carefully to your request and guide you in choosing the most suitable product for your needs!

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Why should you choose Tastiere Industriali

Tastiere Industriali it's a brand entirely focused on the sale of keyboards, keypads, and mice for the industrial sector.

Our website is dedicated exclusively to this type of product: we have chosen to focus our attention solely on these hardware devices, so we can offer you our decade-long experience in the field, along with the support and consultancy of our technicians.

With Tastiere Industriali, you will have the opportunity to:

• Thorough and in-depth consultation: You can request an initial free phone contact, during which we will carefully analyze your request and advise you on which keyboard or keypad is most suitable for your sector or application.
• A free product trial for 15 days: You can try the industrial keyboards within your production environment for free for 15 days. If, at the end of these two weeks, you determine that the keyboard is not suitable for your application, you can return it to us at no additional cost.
  
  
• A wide catalog of keyboards, keypads, and mice.
  
  
• The possibility to customize your product: Have you already looked through our catalog but can’t find the keyboard or keypad that’s right for your work sector? No problem: we can customize the keyboard you need with color, logo, mounting type, dimensions...

You just need to tell us what type of keyboard you need: we’ll take care of the rest!

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