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Cherry: Keyboards & Input Devices for Industry, Medical and Commerce

Lieske Elektronik stocks the Cherry range – professional input devices, mechanical MX switches and security terminals for industrial, medical and commercial applications. Since 1953, Cherry has stood for robust quality and reliable technology developed in Germany.

1953

Founded

400+

Employees worldwide

World-famous switch technology

Development in Germany

Cherry – Professional Input Technology since 1953

Cherry was founded in 1953 by Walter Lorraine Cherry in the USA and has its headquarters today in Auerbach in der Oberpfalz, Germany. With over 400 employees across subsidiaries in Germany, China, Austria, the USA, France, Sweden and Taiwan, Cherry is a globally active manufacturer of professional input devices.

Cherry is a leading manufacturer of mechanical MX switches, which have been used in industrial and point-of-sale applications since the 1980s. The product portfolio includes industrial keyboards, medical input devices, secure smart card readers and card reader terminals for all professional requirements.

Cherry products are designed for professional continuous operation – in industrial plants, medical facilities, POS systems and safety-critical environments where reliability and longevity are paramount.

► Quality & Certifications

✓	IP65/IP68 protection classes available
✓	CE compliant, FCC certified
✓	Medical certification (EN 60601)
✓	BSI-certified smart card readers
✓	RoHS and WEEE compliant

Product Lines at a Glance

Industrial Keyboards & Mice Robust, dust and water-protected keyboards (IP54–IP68) with mechanical MX switches for continuous operation in industry, logistics and point-of-sale.	Medical Input Devices Disinfectable keyboards and mice to EN 60601-1 for clinical and laboratory use. Hygienic surfaces, antimicrobial coating.

Smart Card Readers & Terminals BSI-certified smart card readers, combination readers and secure authentication terminals – for eGovernment, corporate IT and access control.	MX Switches & Input Components World-famous mechanical Cherry MX switches in various versions (Red, Blue, Brown, Black, Speed) – OEM component for keyboard manufacturers and industrial customers.

Application Areas in Industry and Commerce

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Manufacturing Industry

Industrial keyboards and mice for CNC controls, manufacturing execution systems and harsh production environments

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Medical & Pharma

Disinfectable input devices for operating theatres, laboratories, nursing stations and patient management

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Security & eGovernment

BSI-certified smart card readers for eID cards, health professional cards, corporate PKI and access control

Why Cherry for Your Business?

★ Proven MX Switch Technology

Cherry MX switches have been the industry standard since the 1980s – with over 50 million keystrokes rated lifetime and tactile precision feedback.

★ Wide Application Coverage

From industrial keyboards (IP68) to medical input devices and BSI smart card readers – Cherry covers all professional application areas.

★ Longevity in Continuous Use

Cherry products are designed for years of continuous operation in demanding environments – robust, low-maintenance and available for the long term.

★ Development in Germany

Cherry develops its products in Auerbach, Germany – to German quality standards and in close coordination with industrial partners and end customers.

► Cherry Products in the Shop

✓ Keyboards	✓ Input Devices
✓ Smart Card Readers	✓ Card Readers
✓ Keyboard/Mouse Kits	✓ POS Keyboards

Frequently Asked Questions about Cherry Products

Which Cherry keyboards are suitable for industrial continuous operation?

The Cherry industrial keyboard G80 and G86 series are equipped with mechanical MX switches, rated IP65/IP68 and certified for hard continuous operation in manufacturing and logistics environments.

Are Cherry smart card readers suitable for eHealth applications?

Yes. Cherry offers BSI-certified smart card readers that are approved for use with the electronic health professional card (eHBA), the eGK and other eHealth applications.

What are the differences between the Cherry MX switch variants?

Cherry MX switches are available in various versions: Red (linear, quiet), Blue (tactile, clicky), Brown (tactile, no click), Black (heavy, linear) and Speed (fast actuation). The choice depends on the application and user preferences.

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CHERRY KC 1000 USB ENGLAND CORDED KEYBOARD

Lieske Part No.: 1175745

15,88 EUR

≈ £13.72 | ≈ $18.33