Active Key AK-440 Keyboard Office USB QWERTZ French Black Mechanical Tenkeyless

The Active Key AK-440 is a compact, tenkeyless mechanical keyboard with QWERTZ layout and integrated USB interface, designed for office and industrial environments. Its notebook-style key field and built-in trackball deliver full keyboard functionality in a reduced footprint, making it suitable for use in server racks, kiosks, plant and tool construction, and healthcare settings where space is limited.

Advantages

The AK-440 combines a mechanical switch mechanism with a notebook-style key field and an integrated trackball, offering reliable tactile feedback and precise cursor control without a separate mouse. Its closed contact system provides resistance to splashes and dust, while the compact tenkeyless form factor saves space and reduces installation costs. The USB interface and QWERTZ French layout support straightforward integration in standard office setups.

Suitable for

• Office workstations requiring a compact keyboard
• Server rooms and rack-mounted consoles
• Kiosks and public terminals
• Industrial apparatus and plant control panels
• Healthcare workstations and medical devices

Key specifications

• Model: Active Key AK-440 (MPN: AK-440-TU-B/FR, EAN: 7061116916343)
• Form factor: Tenkeyless (80–87%)
• Keys: 86 keys, notebook-style key field
• Layout: QWERTZ, French
• Interface: USB
• Colour: Black
• Integrated pointing device: Trackball (built-in)
• Protection: Closed contact system — splash and dust resistant

How to use

Connect the AK-440 to a host computer using the USB cable. Use the keyboard for typing and the built-in trackball to control the mouse cursor; no separate mouse is required. The tenkeyless layout omits a numeric keypad to conserve space while retaining all standard alphanumeric and function keys. Operate the keyboard on a flat, stable surface and avoid exposing the unit to prolonged immersion in liquids despite its splash resistance.

Recommendations

For reliable long-term operation, place the keyboard in a dry, well-ventilated location and perform routine cleaning of the trackball and key tops to remove dust and debris; avoid aggressive solvents when cleaning.