M Series Fingertip Joystick – Pot

APEM’s M Series Joystick is a low profile potentiometric controller providing unwavering multi-axis finger positioning control.Available in two sizes, the Standard & Miniature Resistive Joysticks are ideal for applications requiring a compact and reliable, low operating force controller. Featuring several ergonomically designed handles and available in single, dual or triple axis configurations.

MAIN FEATURES

  • Potentiometer sensing
  • One, two, or three axis
  • Available in two sizes
  • Low profile design and shallow mounting depth
  • RoHS compliant
  • 7 million life cycles

Note: Only available with potentiometer type P & R.

 

Description

APEM M Series Fingertip Joystick is a low profile potentiometric controller providing unwavering multi-axis finger positioning control. Available in two sizes, the Standard & Miniature Resistive Joysticks are ideal for applications requiring a compact and reliable, low operating force controller. Featuring several ergonomically designed handles and available in single, dual or triple axis configurations.

MAIN FEATURES of the M Series Fingertip Joystick:

  • Potentiometer sensing
  • One, two, or three axis
  • Available in two sizes
  • Low profile design and shallow mounting depth
  • RoHS compliant
  • 7 million life cycles

Note: Only available with potentiometer type P & R.

Control Devices is the official APEM distributor for Australia and New Zealand. APEM offers a broad selection of quality products with proven effectiveness in harsh environments. From Push buttons, Rockers, Toggles, LED indicators, Emergency Stops to Joysticks and keypads.

APEM develops and manufactures professional switch products for diversified markets including instrumentation, medical, communications, industrial automation, defence and transport. With a vertically integrated production, and controls all stages of product development and production: from tooling, moulding, screw machining to assembly and final inspection.

APEM’s dedication and experienced teams can respond to the most complex requirements. This technical expertise ensures the continuous growth of our product ranges, allowing strong partnerships with our customers and providing the necessary flexibility to create an infinite number of products.

APEM offers a range of more than 50,000 customisable part numbers: colour, marking, finish, shape and dimensions… unlimited combinations are possible. This variety of components allows them to create the unique combination to match your design. Custom colours, specific materials, special backlighting or varied shapes are available upon request. Particular attention is paid to the cosmetic appearances of our products to best match your requirements, from specific markings to brightness illumination for outdoor applications.

By controlling all phases of manufacturing and quality control, APEM products offer the ability to withstand the adverse elements associated with harsh environments, without affecting their life expectancy.

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- Potentiometric Sensing
- One, two or three axis
- Low profile design with 17 handle options
- RoHS
- Package size (mm) (L x W x H) or (Dia x H): Varies
- Lever Action (Centering): Spring or Friction

MATERIALS
- ABS Plastic

- Sensor: Potentiometer
- Electrical element: Conductive plastic

- Operating Temperature: -25ºC to 70ºC
- Storage Temperature: -40ºC to 70ºC

For X,Y axis:
• Break Out Force: 0.7N (0.16lbf)
• Operating Force: 1.3N (0.29lbf)
• Maximum Applied Force: 100N (22.48lbf)
• Mechanical Angle of Movement: 56˚

For Z axis:
• Break Out Torque: 0.022N·m (0.19lbf·in)
• Operating Torque: 0.040N·m (0.35lbf·in)
• Maximum Allowable Torque: 0.049N·m (0.43lbf·in)
• Mechanical Angle: 90º