MKU Controller Features “Full Metal Jacket” Durability

July 18, 2007
Cattron's MKU Operator Control Unit is a pushbutton controller used for radio remote control systems in heavy-duty environments.

The MKU Radio Remote Control system which includes the Metal Keypad-U (MKU) Operator Control Unit (OCU - Transmitter/controller) for industrial applications, has a “Full Metal Jacket” construction.

The MKU controller employs sophisticated industrial-grade mil-spec digital components protected by a thick-walled, epoxy-coated extruded aluminum case. The ends of the housing are protected by rubberized metal-plated shock-absorbing end caps. The MKU controller weighs 1.4 lb. (634 g) and also features switch types that are a sealed silicon elastomer product that is dust, water, oil, and acid resistant, with a tactile feel and clear epoxy-coated dual-step pushbuttons.

Additional features include 5 bi-color LEDs for system status, low battery warning and parameter selection, power-on self-diagnostics, keypad audible feedback, and low battery indication. A removable contact-less RFID key, “Transkey”, is programmed with all necessary system configurations.

The hardware and software structure of the MKU System meets the structural design required to acquire the Safety Integrity Level (SIL) 3 of EN61508 and Category 3 of the European Safety Norm EN954-1. The MKU also meets the standards of the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Industry Canada (IC) non-licensed operations.

The system operates on unlicensed 902-928 Mhz for North and South America with other frequency bands being available in Europe and Asia.

The Cattron brand MKU OCU and its companion, or Machine Control Unit (“MCU” - Receiver/decoder), are designed as dual-channel systems that incorporate advanced microcomputer electronics and surface-mount technology.

The MKU is first of a number of products designed on a core platform where all controllers and receiver/decoders (MCUs) can work together under one platform.

Price: Contact the company for pricing

Weight 1.4 lb. (634 g)
Dimensions 8 x 3 x 2 in. (203 x 76 x 51 mm)
Operating Temp. -4 to 131ºF (-20 to 55ºC)
Housing Aluminum and rubber IP65, for outdoor use
Battery Life >12 h at 100% continuous use
Battery Rechargeable, NiCd 2.4V (1100mAh) or 2X AAA batteries
Antenna Internal
Frequency 903-927 MHz band for North and South America; other frequency bands available for Europe, Asia

Cattron
Warren, OH
(234) 806-0018
[email protected]
www.cattron.com

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