Fujitsu FKB2500 Series
Overview
Fujitsu FKB2500 Series is a third-generation leaf spring standard and custom mechanical keyboard series. It was available in both “non-snap” linear and “snap” clicky versions. It is designed to be DIN-compliant. Fujitsu reported that these keyboards use FES-301E switches, where “E” denotes “ergonomic” (DIN-compliant).
The characteristics are curious. The bounce time at 10 ms is twice the typical bounce time of mechanical switches, but the 50 million cycle lifetime is substantially in excess of most mechanical switches of the time. The target operating force is approximately 50 cN. The tactile drop is depicted as around 5 cN.
Specifications
The specifications below cover the individual switch units. The data below is taken from the datasheet.
| Total travel | 3.8±0.5 mm |
|---|---|
| Operating force | 49±24 cN |
| Lifetime | 50 million times |
| Contact resistance | 1 Ω or less at 6 V DC, 10 mA |
| Bounce time | 10 ms or less |
Examples
- Fujitsu Micro 16 keyboard (N860-2505-T00201A)
Documentation
The FKB2500 Series datasheet was obtained from the Fujitsu Components Limited (FCL) website; Fujitsu have since removed this material due to product cancellation.
- FKB2500 Series datasheet (2001-10-03, modified 2004-07-22)