Cherry has introduced a disinfectable keyboard and mouse set designed for use in hygiene-sensitive environments such as hospitals, laboratories, and other healthcare facilities. This initiative addresses the need for equipment that can minimize the spread of multi-resistant germs, highlighted by a University of Seattle study which found MRSA contamination on 14 percent of tested high-touch tech devices. The keyboard features an easy-to-clean flat profile and abrasion-resistant keys, ensuring no liquid residue remains post-disinfection. The set includes two types of mice: a 3-button scroll and a scroll sensor variant, both waterproof and designed without crevices for straightforward cleaning. The blue light sensor allows for operation on various surfaces, enhancing usability in medical settings where device disinfection is critical.

Standard keyboards, even when sealed, pose risks as contaminated fluids can leak from gaps or impair functionality if liquids infiltrate the housing. Traditional hygiene keyboards often have raised key profiles that trap fluids, potentially harboring and spreading germs through staff contact.

Cherry's new desktop set, developed by its hygienic input device specialist Active Key, aligns with the Robert Koch Institute's hygiene standards. It combines ergonomic design with efficient data entry capabilities, setting a new standard in hygienic computing.The Hygiene Desktop 2 set consists of the AK-C8112 hygiene keyboard and the AK-PMH3 hygienic mice, available in 3-button scroll and scroll sensor versions. The AK-C8112 keyboard, an improved version of the AK-C8100, offers enhanced cleanability with its flat key profile, replaceable silicone membrane, or fully sealed IP68 protection class. It supports all standard USB-enabled operating systems and holds various certifications including CE, RoHS, FCC, and EN-60601-1-2:2015.

The AK-PMH3 mice, suitable for both right and left-handed users, feature an ergonomic design with a fully sealed protective membrane for IP68 waterproofing, making them ideal for medical environments. They support standard USB-compatible operating systems and are available in both wired and wireless versions.

This product line expansion also includes diverse layouts and configurations, catering to different customer needs with options for Spanish, French Canadian, and French keyboards. The products are available through authorized distributors, with prices starting at $64.99