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Whatever your interface needs, we can offer the solution. Our products are deployed across the world and operate in a huge range of environments and applications. From 30,000ft in the air to below sea level, we supply solutions that are at the forefront of technology with over 25 years of experience built into each and every unit.
Complete HMI Solutions
MKC In House UK Capabilities:
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The Membrane Keyboard Company Ltd manufacture flexible Membrane Keyboards and Membrane Keypads. Each Membrane Keyboard and Membrane Keypad is specifically produced to suit application and environment whilst offering fully customised graphic overlays and fascias.
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The Membrane Keyboard Company Ltd manufacture PCB based membrane keyboards and membrane keypads which offer a rigid and robust interface with the option for multiple electronic components, connectors and mechanical fittings.
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The Membrane Keyboard Company Ltd manufacture Graphic Overlays and Labels in high quality materials with bespoke designs for a unique and functional representation of your product in the field.
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The Membrane Keyboard Company Ltd supply Silicone Rubber Keymats which offer embedded engineering properties to suit application and environment.
Silicone Rubber Keymats can be produced in a variety of colours and finishes which make them perfect for a wide range of markets.
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The Membrane Keyboard Company Ltd supply custom Backplates, Housings and Enclosures which can be fitted with Membrane Keyboards and Membrane Keypads, Graphic Overlays and Labels or as a box build solution with assembled on board Electronics and Displays.
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The Membrane Keyboard Company Ltd supply custom and catalogue displays as a stand alone item or as part of a box build solution.
Working closely with leading manufacturers and with in house technical expertise we can recommend the most suitable display for your application.
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The Membrane Keyboard Company offers a design and assembly service which can take your product from concept through to volume manufacture.
We provide a single source solution which sets us apart from our competitors and provides our customers with a single cost centre.
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CapTouch+ProxySense HMI Solutions
Bring your interface to life by incorporating intelligent Capacative Touch (CapTouch) + Proximity Sensing (ProxySense) technologies within your assembly.
>Custom designed to your specification
>Manufactured in the UK at our Fareham,Hampshire, Factory
>We can supply the interface alone through to a fully assembled unit.
>We can take care of the HMI, electronics and enclosure
Technical
From a single switch location to a keyboard of 16-20 keys or more, we use projected capacitive sensing for best reliability and repeatable detection.
Proximity function can operate at 20-40mm distance (programmable) and groups of buttons could be illuminated to assist in low light conditions, or to indicate that the equipment has sensed a hand/finger near the pad(s). Individual outputs for proximity or grouped.
Keys can be latching/toggle or momentary function.
Sliders and rotary wheels can be incorporated (sliders typ 50 to 75mm length) to give an analogue function with a cap panel.
Low supply current (uA) & low current indicators possible for battery powered systems panels with a single master ON/OFF touchpad, and ability to switch into a ‘sleep’ / low current mode can be designed for a battery powered design that needs a dedicated power up/down output line.
Thicker window material can be used for impact resistance.
Can be used with tactile membrane keys incorporated onto the same panel.
Housing design can incorporate low cost replaceable cover acrylic for maintenance/repair.
Toughened glass can be used for high durability applications, for instance as a surround for a TFT or display with dedicated cap buttons.
We offer an SPI interface or direct logic output for interfacing to a host processor.
Supply, typ 3.3v from the host, Indicator LEDs from single, bi colour to RGB can be incorporated.
Auto calibration feature continuously adjusts the sensing to allow for long term changes in the environment and results in very stable outputs.
Sealed front panel, can be reverse mounted to front panel (non conductive is best, front panels utilizing metal/conductive components can be used with careful design).
For more information contact us via sales@membrane-keyboards.com , e-mail sales@membrane-keyboards.com or call us on +44(0)1329 281 091
Backlit Membrane Keypads-Embedded LEDs
Lighting Source:
Side Firing LED
Recommended Circuit:
Flexible Polyester (PET) or Flexible Kapton (FPC)
Background & Technical:
Create full & selective backlighting by incorporating Side Firing LEDs into a flexible Membrane Keypad. Ideal for light sensitive environments and applications where consistent diode emission is required for prolonged periods of time. Low operating temperature & power consumption, long life cycle and full customization make embedded LEDs an increasingly popular backlighting solution.
Custom Designed
No limits on X & Y dimensions. Maximum thickness 1mm
Shared characteristics with standard Membrane Keypads
Range of LED colours including white, blue ,red, orange,green,yellow plus bi-colour and tri-colour combinations.
Embossed or Non Embossed
Tactile or Non Tactile
Full, gradient and selective backlighting options including switch positions.
Seemless backlighting, no shadow or witnessing from domes.
Backlit Membrane Keypads-Light Tile
Lighting Source:
RGB LED Light Tile
Recommended Circuit:
FR4 Rigid PCB
Background & Technical:
Create full & selective backlighting by incorporating RGB LED Light Tiles onto your PCB Keypad Assembly (PCBA). Ideal for light sensitive environments and applications where consistent diode emission is required for prolonged periods of time. Low operating temperature & power consumption, long life cycle and full customization make RGB Light Tiles an increasingly popular backlighting solution.
Custom designed.
Maximum size of 700 x 700 x 3mm.
Hard wired to PCB board (2 x wires) with the light tile being adhered or screwed into position on the PCBA.
Can be manufactured to allow for mechanical fixtures & components on the PCBA and designed to fit around available land on the board.
No background noise like other backlighting solutions such as Electroluminescence (EL).
Further enhancements to the light effect can be achieved by adding selective tinting and secret-til-lit prints to the Graphic Overlay.
Typical Power Requirements Yellow, Red, Amber or Green LEDs: LED operation voltage circa 2.0V. Current circa 10mA~15mA no more than 20mA.
Blue or White LEDs: LED operation voltage circa 3.0V. Current circa 10mA~15mA no more than 20mA.
Other colours available.
Designed to last in harsh environments and deployed in hard wearing settings, The Membrane Keyboard Company Ltd delivers fully customised Rugged Interface Solutions:
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fax: +44 (0)1329 281 104
The Membrane Keyboard Company Ltd