Why Mechanical Switches Outlast Membrane Keyboards in CNC Shops - Keyboard, CNC88(HS) or MP Pendant, New ITS Design, Rugged Switches ELE-1784-ITS

CNC shops are tough environments—machines run non-stop, operators work with gloves, and dust, oil, and vibrations are constant. That’s why your choice of keyboard can make or break efficiency on the floor. If you're tired of replacing fragile membrane keyboards every few months, it's time to switch to something built for the long haul.

Built to Last: Key Strokes vs. Membrane Fatigue

Mechanical switches like those in the ITS ELE-1784-ITS keyboard are engineered for 10 million keystrokes per switch. In comparison, typical membrane keyboards max out around 1-3 million  keystrokes, and that’s in ideal conditions—not a dusty CNC shop.

With mechanical switches:

• You get consistent tactile feedback with every press
• No “soft spots” or dead keys even after years of use
• Less pressure needed → reduced operator fatigue
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Designed for Harsh Environments

Let’s face it—membrane keyboards were never meant for industrial use. Here’s what wears them down fast:

• Dust and metal particles getting under the key layers
• Coolant and oil residue seeping in and breaking internal circuits
• Repeated heavy key presses from gloved hands
• Constant vibration and heat exposure

ITS mechanical keyboards are designed with sealed key switches, metal framing, and rugged components to handle all of the above without a hitch.

Real-World Durability Testing

We’ve put our ELE-1784-ITS keyboard through:

• Drop tests on hard shop floors
• High-dust environment simulations
• Oil exposure wipe tests
• 24/7 usage simulations in CNC conditions

Result: less or almost zero key failure. Full key response. No cable issues.

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No More Frequent Replacements

If your team is replacing keyboards every few months, it’s not just costing you hardware—it’s downtime, repair calls, and lost productivity.

Mechanical switch upgrades mean:

• Fewer interruptions
• Long-term cost savings
• Happier, more efficient operators

Ready to Upgrade?

Stop settling for short-term fixes.

Upgrade to a keyboard built for the long haul.

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now and experience the ITS difference.