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News Release from: Apem Components | Subject: 8000 Series Joysticks
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 25 June 2007
Rugged joystick switches
8000 Series Joysticks operate using snap acting switch technology offering one or two axis control with single step or progressive switching
Apem Components, a leading manufacturer of high quality miniature and industrial switches, is pleased to announce the release of its switch based, ruggedized joysticks Apem's 8000 Series Joysticks operate using snap acting switch technology offering one or two axis control with single step or progressive switching
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 17 Jun 2005 at 8.00am (UK)
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The 8000 series features micro switches with normally open and closed contacts in single and double-pole configurations.
This product is offered with gold plated contacts for high reliability switching at low current levels.
All products are supplied with 150 mm long, twisted wires with tinned ends.
Custom wire and connector assemblies are available upon request.
The 8000 series joysticks are self-centreing and require a force of 1.3N to move from centre.
Higher and lower force options are also available.
These joysticks are sealed to IP65 above the panel and can be drop-in mounted or assembled from behind the panel.
Typical applications include camera controls, quality control equipment, gaming/arcades, medical equipment, CCTV systems, and wireless controls for cranes, heavy machinery and various field operations.
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