Re: Keyboard

[Jon Elson <elson-at-pico-systems.com>]

Richard wrote:

>Hello EMC List,
>
>Could somebody suggest a PC keyboard that is up to the rigours
>of the shop environment please?. UK source if possible.
>
>  
>
I use a standard keyboard with a vacuum-formed membrane over the keys to 
keep
the chips and coolant out.  it seems to work OK.  I got mine through Newark
Electronics, which is affiliated with Farnell.  So, maybe they can get 
it for you.
What you get is a postcard that asks several questions about the 
keyboard, including
model # and other details from the back, and the key arrangement.  You 
mail in the
card, and they mail back the cover.  It fits perfectly, and has resisted 
even the occasional
hot chip that lands on it.  I have a piece of Plexiglas attached to the 
side of the monitor
that shields the monitor and keyboard from most of the flying chips and 
coolant
spray.

Jon