BF / BD Series Fingertip Joystick – Hall

The BF Series Paddle is the very latest generation in high precision contactless controls. It combines the features of a contactless single axis joystick and a switch, in one controller. Long trouble-free life is assured with the latest Hall effect technology, providing a range of analogue, switched or custom PWM output options. The all new design with its innovative mechanism and ergonomic styling is specifically designed for robustness, strength and performance.

MAIN FEATURES

  • Hall effect joystick and switch function
  • Sculpted ergonomic design
  • 5V operation – dual redundant outputs as standard
  • Two lever height variants
  • Spring and detent lever options

 

Description

APEM BF / BD Series Paddle control or Fingertip Joystick is the very latest generation in high precision contactless controls. It combines the features of a contactless single axis joystick and a switch, in one controller. Long trouble-free life is assured with the latest Hall effect technology, providing a range of analogue, switched or custom PWM output options. The all new design with its innovative mechanism and ergonomic styling is specifically designed for robustness, strength and performance.

MAIN FEATURES of the BF / BD Series Fingertip Joystick:

  • Hall effect joystick and switch function
  • Sculpted ergonomic design
  • 5V operation – dual redundant outputs as standard
  • Two lever height variants
  • Spring and detent lever options

The BD Series offers the same specifications as the BF Series with a lower profile actuator.

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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• Storage: -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F)
• Operating Temperature: -25°C to 70°C (-13°F to 158°F)
• Seal Above Panel: IP67 (Gasket fitted as standard)

MATERIALS
• Materials: Polyetherimide, Polycarbonate, Stainless Steel

• EMC Emissions: Complies with EN 61000-6-3:2001
CISPR 22:2005 Class B 30MHz - 11GHz
• Life Cycles: 5 million cycles sprung version only.
Detents rated to 2 million cycles
• ESD: Complies with EN61000-4-2 (extended)
±8KV (20 contacts) & +/-15KV (20 air discharges)
• EMC Immunity: 100V/m, 80MHz-2.7GHz,
1KHz 80% sine wave modulation,
EN 61000-4-3 (extended)
• Vibration: 100Hz - 200Hz @ 0.13g²/Hz, total 3.6gRMS
(1 Hour in each of the three mutually perpendicular axis

• Weight: 50g
• Mechanical Operating Angle: ± 25 Degrees
• Max Load to Mechanism: Vertical: IK08 (BSEN62262:2002); Horizontal: 75N (16.86lbf)

• Gain (Output Voltage Span): ±10% x V to ±50% x V
• Output at Center: V/2 ± (5% x Gain)
• Power Supply: 5V ±0.5V Transient free
• Switch Outputs: Open Drain, pulled high within control via 1K5 to 5V, and smoothed to 0V with 100nF
• Sensor Type: Hall effect
• Current Consumption: <20mA • Loads: Minimum 10K, preferred 100K+

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