{"product_id":"the-medical-grade-compact-keyboard-ck78a-usb-bluetooth-or-wireless-rf","title":"The Medical Grade Compact Keyboard – CK78A | USB, Bluetooth or Wireless RF","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMedical Grade Compact Keyboard CK78A\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 78-key healthcare keyboard designed for cleaning-focused clinical workstations, medical carts and shared computing environments. It combines a smooth, crevice-free silicone surface with low-profile scissor keys, an EasyClean key-lock function, USB, Bluetooth and 2.4 GHz RF connectivity, and optional backlighting. \u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFull product description\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMedical Grade Compact Keyboard CK78A\u003c\/strong\u003e provides a space-saving input solution for hospitals, clinics, aged-care facilities, laboratories, medical carts and other healthcare environments where routine surface cleaning and compact installation are important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts smooth, crevice-free silicone surface can be sprayed and wiped using compatible hospital-approved germicidal wipes. The integrated \u003cstrong\u003eEasyClean key combination\u003c\/strong\u003e temporarily disables all keys, allowing staff to wipe the entire keyboard surface without accidentally entering commands or changing information on the connected computer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CK78A uses \u003cstrong\u003e78 low-profile scissor keys\u003c\/strong\u003e with 2 mm key travel, providing a familiar typing response in a compact format. The keys have a published service life of approximately 10 million keystrokes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree connection options are available:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWired USB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBluetooth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWireless 2.4 GHz RF\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWireless models include a built-in \u003cstrong\u003e1000 mAh rechargeable lithium battery\u003c\/strong\u003e, reducing the need for disposable batteries. The keyboard is also available with optional backlighting for lower-light work areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo cable and sealing configurations are available:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIP65 configuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e detachable USB Type-C cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIP68 configuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e permanently attached sealed cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis distinction should be clearly shown when customers select their preferred model. The keyboard should not be described as universally IP68 unless the supplied version has the built-in sealed cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntegrated \u003cstrong\u003e75 × 75 mm VESA mounting holes\u003c\/strong\u003e allow the keyboard to be attached to compatible medical carts, workstations and equipment mounts, subject to assessment of the complete installation. The product also supports cleaning scheduling and detection software.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eKey features\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact 78-key healthcare keyboard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrevice-free silicone surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-profile scissor-key mechanism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasyClean key-lock function\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for spray-and-wipe cleaning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with appropriate hospital-approved germicidal wipes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB, Bluetooth and 2.4 GHz RF options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in rechargeable lithium battery on wireless models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional backlit configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIP65 detachable USB-C cable option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIP68 permanently sealed cable option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated 75 × 75 mm VESA mounting holes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately 10-million-keystroke service life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 mm key travel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCleaning scheduling and detection software support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact 285 × 140 × 17 mm enclosure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for fixed and mobile healthcare workstations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eCK78A\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompact medical-grade keyboard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNumber of keys\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e78\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKey mechanism\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow-profile scissor keys\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKey travel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePublished key life\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 10 million keystrokes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnection options\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB, Bluetooth or 2.4 GHz RF\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB input voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB consumption, non-backlit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLess than 100 mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB consumption, backlit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLess than 150 mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWireless battery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuilt-in rechargeable lithium battery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBattery capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1000 mAh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRF working current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 7 mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRF sleeping current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 250 µA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBluetooth working current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 8 mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBluetooth sleeping current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 250 µA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable option 1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDetachable USB Type-C cable, IP65 configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable option 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuilt-in sealed cable, IP68 configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e75 × 75 mm VESA mounting holes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBacklighting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptional\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e285 × 140 × 17 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0°C to 45°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e−40°C to 55°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating humidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40% to 90%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eListed compliance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFCC, CE, RoHS and REACH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechnical details are based on the supplied CK78A specification sheet and the current official product information. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSuitable healthcare applications\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Medical Grade Compact Keyboard CK78A may be considered for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorkstations on wheels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedical and medication carts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHospital nursing stations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShared clinical workstations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperating-theatre workstations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntensive-care and critical-care areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBiomedical engineering departments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaboratories and diagnostic areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePharmacy workstations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDental and outpatient clinics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAged-care facilities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReception and healthcare administration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace-limited clinical computing installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitability should be assessed against the organisation’s operating-system requirements, wireless policy, cleaning procedure and mounting configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eDesigned for efficient routine cleaning\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CK78A’s silicone surface reduces exposed gaps around the keys where dust, debris and contaminants may collect. Before cleaning, users can activate the EasyClean function to temporarily disable key input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA typical cleaning workflow is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActivate the EasyClean key combination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply an approved compatible wipe or cleaning product.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe the keys and surrounding silicone surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFollow the required disinfectant contact time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow the surface to dry where required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReturn the keyboard to normal operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCleaning note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Always follow the supplied product instructions and the healthcare organisation’s approved cleaning procedure. Confirm that the selected detergent or disinfectant is compatible with the silicone surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not describe the keyboard as sterile, infection-free or capable of preventing healthcare-associated infections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eChoose the correct CK78A configuration\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoose the IP65 detachable-cable model when:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA detachable USB Type-C connection is preferred\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe cable may need to be replaced separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe keyboard is used in a controlled spray-and-wipe environment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull IP68 sealing is not required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible cable management is important\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoose the IP68 sealed-cable model when:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA permanently attached sealed cable is preferred\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe workstation requires a higher level of ingress protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe keyboard will undergo more intensive cleaning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCable-entry sealing is a priority\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA fixed wired configuration is suitable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoose USB when:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA dependable wired connection is preferred\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWireless devices are restricted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery charging is undesirable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe keyboard remains attached to one workstation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoose Bluetooth when:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe host computer supports Bluetooth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCable reduction is important\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe keyboard requires flexible positioning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA rechargeable wireless configuration is preferred\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoose 2.4 GHz RF when:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA dedicated wireless receiver is preferred\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBluetooth is unavailable or restricted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe keyboard is used on a medical cart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsistent wireless pairing with one workstation is required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eVESA mounting capability\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CK78A includes \u003cstrong\u003e75 × 75 mm VESA mounting holes\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing it to be integrated with suitable:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedical carts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorkstations on wheels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeyboard trays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonitor arms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClinical equipment mounts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom healthcare workstations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mounting plate, screws, loading and workstation arrangement should be checked before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eOptional backlighting\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn optional backlit version is available for environments where key visibility is required under reduced lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePotential applications include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperating theatres\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntensive-care units\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImaging rooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOvernight clinical workstations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmergency departments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMobile medical carts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe backlit USB configuration has a higher listed maximum current consumption than the non-backlit model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePair it with the Medical Grade Mouse\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CK78A can be paired with the \u003cstrong\u003eMedical Grade Mouse HM801B\u003c\/strong\u003e to create a compact cleaning-focused input solution for clinical workstations and mobile carts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OHM Medical IT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43628769247267,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/9456\/4899\/files\/dentalkeyboard.jpg?v=1785911696","url":"https:\/\/www.biomed-it.com.au\/products\/the-medical-grade-compact-keyboard-ck78a-usb-bluetooth-or-wireless-rf","provider":"OHM Medical IT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}