Low-profile keypads offer bespoke options to OEMs

The M.series Axess is 8mm deep and offers the same design flexibility as larger products in the company's range, but with a lower behind-panel depth.

The standard Axess product can be quickly adapted to suit the look and feel of any piece of equipment without the need for additional tooling.

In this way, OEMs get a product that looks bespoke but without a costly design process.

The 12-key basic layout can be rearranged to create a unique keypad by mixing and matching from a range of standard options, including the number of keys and the key layout; the shape, dimension, colour and material of keys; and the type and colour of LED illumination.

The modular construction enables total design flexibility, according to EAO.

A keypad can have between one and 12 active keys, each one separately illuminated and engraved.

They can be positioned anywhere in the 3 x 4 grid.

The bottom right and left keys can be illuminated with different colours.

Different shaped keycaps, either round or square, can also be specified.

The tough, vandal-resistant design prevents damage from shock and impact up to IK09, and it is sealed up to IP65 against moisture and dirt.