Metal Keypad/Keyboard and Control System

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

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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

Control Devices is the official APEM distributor for Australia and New Zealand. APEM offers a broad selection of quality products with proven effectiveness in harsh environments. From Push buttons, Rockers, Toggles, LED indicators, Emergency Stops to Joysticks and keypads.

APEM develops and manufactures professional switch products for diversified markets including instrumentation, medical, communications, industrial automation, defence and transport. With a vertically integrated production, and controls all stages of product development and production: from tooling, moulding, screw machining to assembly and final inspection.

APEM’s dedication and experienced teams can respond to the most complex requirements. This technical expertise ensures the continuous growth of our product ranges, allowing strong partnerships with our customers and providing the necessary flexibility to create an infinite number of products.

APEM offers a range of more than 50,000 customisable part numbers: colour, marking, finish, shape and dimensions… unlimited combinations are possible. This variety of components allows them to create the unique combination to match your design. Custom colours, specific materials, special backlighting or varied shapes are available upon request. Particular attention is paid to the cosmetic appearances of our products to best match your requirements, from specific markings to brightness illumination for outdoor applications.

By controlling all phases of manufacturing and quality control, APEM products offer the ability to withstand the adverse elements associated with harsh environments, without affecting their life expectancy.

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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.