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Joysticks are more robust

Edited by the Electronicstalk editorial team Jul 15, 2008

Omnidirectional mechanism uses an extremely robust ball-socket pivot in place of the plastic and gimbal style mechanisms used in older generations.

New from Apem, the 3000 Series of joysticks uses the latest Hall-effect technology to offer a long life (in excess of 10 million cycles) with a range of analogue signals or custom PWM output options.

The omnidirectional mechanism uses an extremely robust ball-socket pivot in place of the plastic and gimbal style mechanisms used in older generations.

This construction yields an end product that is extremely resistant to vertical impact.

Furthermore it constantly withstands high pull, push, rotational or horizontal forces that the product may be subject to, during life.

The patented design features a class leading installed depth of less than 19mm below panel.

The 3000 Series is also designed to allow for further customisation.

Differing shafts, heights, forces and outputs are all easily achievable with the 3000 Series.