Grayhill unveils compact IP67-rated VectorPad for harsh-environment control interfaces

LA GRANGE, Ill. - Grayhill Inc. has introduced the VP Series VectorPad, a compact directional keypad designed for rugged human-machine interface applications in defense, industrial, and embedded systems.

The VectorPad is engineered for integration into embedded systems, displays, and control boards, and provides IP67 sealing when used with proper mating geometry, along with discrete output functionality and durability rated for up to 1,000,000 cycles per key. The device is intended to deliver a tactile navigation interface for systems operating in harsh environments where space constraints and reliability requirements are critical.

With a footprint of about 1.6 inches square, the keypad is designed to support miniaturized system architectures while maintaining tactile feedback for operator control. The design incorporates raised, distinguishable features to enable operation in low-light conditions or when users are wearing gloves, making it suitable for applications such as rugged embedded computing systems, secure communications equipment, industrial control panels, off-highway vehicles, and non-touch display navigation interfaces.

Grayhill positions the VectorPad not only as a standalone input device but also as part of a broader, scalable HMI architecture. The keypad can be integrated into customized assemblies that include housings, displays, and tailored interface configurations, enabling system designers to build more complex control interfaces around a common input platform.

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