Whether it is Gas pumping, Industrial platform, Security equipment, Gaming machine, date input for KIOSK, you will need more than just a normal keyboard. And then a metal keyboard will rescue you with its durability, longevity.

When it is time to place an order for a metal mechanical keyboard, you need to be a little more specific about what you want. And in order to be specific with the features, you will need to have some idea about the different types of top 5 best metal keyboards of 2021. 

• DKM-CP-1001.
• DKM-CP-1001-Front.
• DKM-CP-1001-N.
• DKM-CP-1002-Front.
• DKM-CP-3001.

Top 5 Best Metal Keyboard Of 2021

Here is the list of the top 5 best metal keyboards of 2021. All these keyboards are made of high-quality metals, and in case having a metal keyboard is one of your obsession, then you can surely get one of these. 

1. DKM-CP-1001

This metal keyboard is an industrial metal Kiosk compact keyboard that comes with a touchpad. For easier access, the keyboard is back-side mounting. With 66 keys, this product is totally vandal, dust, and water-resistant. It comes with a one-year warranty, which also can be extended. 

Let’s have a quick look at the product.

• Key actuation force: 120g/1.18N.
• Keystroke travel: 2mm.
• Key durability: over 1 million click time.
• Storage temperature: from -30 degrees C to +80 degrees C.
• Operation temperature: from -10 degrees C to +50 degrees C
• Relative humidity: from 30% to 65%. 
• Power input: 10mA, +5Volt/DC.
• Atmospheric pressure: from 50kPa to 110kPa.
• EMC emission: EN55022(B).
• ESD resistant: By air contact 8kV, by direct contact 5kV.
• Net weight: 1.6 kg.
• Front panel size: 400 mm x 124 mm.

2. DKM-CP-1001-Front

This rear-mounted industrial keyboard is made of high-quality stainless steel that is durable enough. This keyboard is suitable for industrial and commercial sites. The stainless steel is 304# and the back panel of this keyboard is aluminum alloy. You also can clean this piece of technology with disinfectant, soapy water, or other cleaning agents as this is dust and water-resistant. 

Here are some details of this metal keyboard. 

• Key actuation force: 120g/1.18N.
• Keystroke travel: 2mm.
• Key durability: over 1 million click time.
• Storage temperature: from -30 degrees C to +80 degrees C.
• Operation temperature: from -10 degrees C to +50 degrees C
• Relative humidity: from 30% to 95%. 
• Power input: 10mA, +5Volt/DC.
• Atmospheric pressure: from 50kPa to 110kPa.
• EMC emission: EN55022(B).
• ESD resistant: By air contact 8kV, by direct contact 5kV.
• Net weight: 1.6 kg.
• Front panel size: 400 mm x 124 mm.

3. DKM-CP-1001-N

This keyboard is equipped with 67 keys with a metal touchpad. This piece is suitable for WINDOWS98/ME/2000/XP and above versions. DKM-CP-1001-N has the PS/2 or USB interface, and in addition to this, this metal keyboard is vandal, dust, and water-resistant. This makes it suitable for both commercial and industrial usage, such as Gas pumping, Medical, Banking, Security equipment, and Gaming machine. 

Here are some technical details of this metal keyboard before you place the order. 

• Key actuation force: 120g/1.18N.
• Keystroke travel: 2mm.
• Key durability: over 1 million click time.
• Storage temperature: from -30 degrees C to +80 degrees C.
• Operation temperature: from -10 degrees C to +50 degrees C
• Relative humidity: from 30% to 95%. 
• Power input: 10mA, +5Volt/DC.
• Atmospheric pressure: from 50kPa to 110kPa.
• EMC emission: EN55022(B).
• ESD resistant: By air contact 8kV, by direct contact 5kV.
• Net weight: 1.3 kg.
• Front panel size: 320 mm x 110 mm.

4. DKM-CP-1002-Front

The DKM-CP-1002-Front keyboard is made of 304# stainless steel, which is vandal, dust, and water-resistant. So, you can clean it with any disinfectant, soapy water, or any other cleaning agent. The aluminum alloy backplate offers this piece additional durability. However, it comes with a one-year warranty, which also can be extended. Let’s come to the certifications that this metal keyboard has, and they are FCC, CE, IP65, and lastly, RoHS. 

Here are the details about this DKM-CP-1002-Front that you definitely should know, in case you are thinking of going for this piece. 

• Key actuation force: 120g/1.18N.
• Keystroke travel: 2mm.
• Key durability: over 1 million click time.
• Storage temperature: from -30 degrees C to +80 degrees C.
• Operation temperature: from -10 degrees C to +50 degrees C
• Relative humidity: from 30% to 95%. 
• Power input: 10mA, +5Volt/DC.
• Atmospheric pressure: from 50kPa to 110kPa.
• EMC emission: EN55022(B).
• ESD resistant: By air contact 8kV, by direct contact 5kV.
• Net weight: 1.8 kg.
• Front panel size: 449 mm x 170 mm.

5. DKM-CP-3001

This metal keyboard has a backplate of aluminum alloy. On the other hand, the front plate and keycaps are made of 304# stainless steel. As this piece of metal, the keyboard is vandal, dust, and waterproof one can easily use it in industrial and commercial sectors, like gas plumbing, security equipment, banking—Medical, and industrial platforms, and also for date input of KIOSK.

• Key actuation force: 120g/1.18N.
• Keystroke travel: 2mm.
• Key durability: over 1 million click time.
• Storage temperature: from -30 degrees C to +80 degrees C.
• Operation temperature: from -10 degrees C to +50 degrees C
• Relative humidity: from 30% to 65%. 
• Power input: 10mA, +5Volt/DC.
• Atmospheric pressure: from 50kPa to 110kPa.
• EMC emission: EN55022(B).
• ESD resistant: By air contact 8kV, by direct contact 5kV.
• Net weight: 1.6 kg.
• Front panel size: 400 mm x 124 mm.

Some More Options

Here are some more options for you,

1. KB-DS-TY-1000.
2. DKM-C-1001.
3. DKM-CT-1002 Front.
4. DKM-CT-1002-LED.
5. DKM-CT-1001-DESK.

Final Words

All the above-mentioned 5 metal keyboards are excellent when it comes to performance and totally suitable for both commercial and industrial purposes. But when you are choosing the ultimate one, be totally clear about what you are actually wanting. Check the specifications of each piece and then come to a conclusion.