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Cherry KC 1000 Smartcard Keyboard

Cherry KC 1000 Smartcard Keyboard

  • Full Size layout
  • Cherry Scissor switches
  • Flat, corded keyboard including cursor and number pad
  • Whisper keystroke keys with durable key lettering
  • 3 blue status LEDs

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Key Features

The CHERRY KC 1000 SC is a secure wired keyboard with an integrated Class 2 chip card reader, ideal for workplaces requiring high security. With 109 keys, it includes four hotkeys for Calculator, E-mail, Browser, and Sleep Mode, and is built to withstand years of office use with abrasion-resistant keycaps. The Class 2 card reader supports ISO 7816 smart cards, complies with EMV 2000 Level 1, and meets FIPS-201 standards, suitable for electronic signatures, data encryption, and access authorization. This keyboard is perfect for secure environments in government, banking, and critical infrastructures.

Switches

Scissor

Specifications

Switch TypeScissor
Hot-SwapNo
Keycaps
Keycap ColorBlack
Size
Key Count
Frame ColorBlack
LED BacklightNone
ConnectionUSB
Response Rate1 ms / 1000 Hz
N-Key RolloverFull Key (NKRO)
Anti-Ghosting100%
CompatibilityWindows, MacOS, Linux, iOS, Android
Physical LayoutANSI
Regional LayoutUS English
Dimensions
Weight
Warranty3 Year