Thumb Controlled Joysticks
CW Series - Hall effect
A spring return device, the CW is available with your choice of linear output options and wheel colours.
Miniature design
designed for joysticks, armrest and panel mounting
Proportional output
Self-centering, single axis actuator
Snap-in mounting
FNR Series - Switched
Specifically designed for easy forward & reverse control, this rocker switch provides the utmost in user comfort, guaranteeing maximum efficiency and highly intuitive operation.
SIL2 Compatible
Millions of cycles
IP69K
LED resistors embedded
SIL2 Compatible
Millions of cycles
IP69K
LED resistors embedded
FR Series - Hall effect
The APEM FR series is a single axis 3-position thumb controller, offering a Forward-Neutral-Reverse operation ideal for material handling, construction and agriculture applications.
Three position, ON-OFF-ON analog output
3 million lifecycles
Submersible to 1m (3.28ft) per IP67
Choice of handle colors
Redundant outputs available
Three position, ON-OFF-ON analog output
3 million lifecycles
Submersible to 1m (3.28ft) per IP67
Choice of handle colors
Redundant outputs available
HR Series Infinite Wheel - Hall effect
Designed to be integrated on a joystick or control panel, the infinite wheel function replaces the encoder with a quadrature output , making it easier to browse menus or use tools with precision.
360° roller
Customisation: backlighting, colour & outputs
IP68
360° roller
Customisation: backlighting, colour & outputs
IP68
HR Series - Hall effect
Designed for joystick handle and control grip integration, the HR series miniature size enables system designers to optimize the ergonomics and efficiency of their control systems.
Spring to center return
Sealed to IP68 against water and dust
Backlighting and detent options available
5 milion lifecycles (without detents)
EMI/RFI shielding
Spring to center return
Sealed to IP68 against water and dust
Backlighting and detent options available
5 milion lifecycles (without detents)
EMI/RFI shielding
HR Series Friction Lock - Hall effect
Developed to equip the handles of joysticks, remote controls and armrests in harsh environments, they are available in 2 friction versions and with 2 different actuators. Backlighting option is available.
2 versions: 11 detents along the travel or 1 detent at center
IP68 sealing
EMI/RFI shielding
Wide range of colours
Mechanical life: 100.000 cycles
2 versions: 11 detents along the travel or 1 detent at center
IP68 sealing
EMI/RFI shielding
Wide range of colours
Mechanical life: 100.000 cycles
HS Series - Switched
The HS Series miniature joystick is a single pole, MOM-OFF-MOM micro switching joystick. Numerous button styles are available and the HS series may be specified for 2-way, 4-way and 5-way operation.
5-way with center pushbutton option
Positive tactile feedback
MOM-OFF-MOM action
Threaded bush mount option
Sealed to IP67
Connectorised housing
5-way with center pushbutton option
Positive tactile feedback
MOM-OFF-MOM action
Threaded bush mount option
Sealed to IP67
Connectorised housing
JC050 - Hall effect
The JC050 is a roller for use in joystick grips and other in-cab human-machine interfaces.
Robust design for arduous applications
Return-to-centre
Optional level actuator profile
Hall-effect sensor technology Rated for 3 million cycles of life
Dual-redundant electronic architecture
Electronics sealed to IP67
Robust design for arduous applications
Return-to-centre
Optional level actuator profile
Hall-effect sensor technology Rated for 3 million cycles of life
Dual-redundant electronic architecture
Electronics sealed to IP67
MJ3 - Force Activated
Force-operated – also known as stiff stick – joysticks have no moving parts, and are therefore extremely reliable. They are an obvious choice for applications that require careful control of movement within a small control space, such as vehicle-mounted or airborne equipment
NV Series - Switched
The NV series is 4 or 5-direction switch-based joystick (4 directions + push button). The NV series provides enhanced tactile feedback in 4 directions plus push button.
Positive tactile feedback in all directions
Sealed to IP69K
Compact and low profile
Robust: shock, vibration and salt spray resistant
Three actuator shapes
Numerous actuator colours
Positive tactile feedback in all directions
Sealed to IP69K
Compact and low profile
Robust: shock, vibration and salt spray resistant
Three actuator shapes
Numerous actuator colours
PC Series - USB or Analogue
The PC series is an innovative and ergonomic game style pendant controller. Moulded from high impact glass filled nylon for durability, this handheld device easily accommodates APEM’s TS series miniature proportional Thumbsticks and I series push button switches.
USB and analog output options
Lightweight, one hand operation
Excellent proportional control
Optional sealing up to IP67
USB and analog output options
Lightweight, one hand operation
Excellent proportional control
Optional sealing up to IP67
SWR - Switched
The SWR is a compact, switched rocker mechanism offering fingertip/thumb control in up to four half axes.
Designed for simple thumb operation
Up to four half-axis control
Self-centering rocker action
IP66 sealed above the panel when O-ring is fitted
The unit is supplied with an O-ring to ensure IP66 sealing above the panel and is capable of switching a resistive load of up to 100mA.
Designed for simple thumb operation
Up to four half-axis control
Self-centering rocker action
IP66 sealed above the panel when O-ring is fitted
The unit is supplied with an O-ring to ensure IP66 sealing above the panel and is capable of switching a resistive load of up to 100mA.
TS Series - Hall effect
The TS Series Thumbstick is a proportional two axis joystick in a miniature package. The TS Series Thumbstick is available with multiple linear output options including single and dual (redundant) outputs.
LED options
1 or 2 axis
USB outputs available
Pressure washable to IP69K
Redundant outputs available
Rear or drop-in mounting available
LED options
1 or 2 axis
USB outputs available
Pressure washable to IP69K
Redundant outputs available
Rear or drop-in mounting available
TW Series - Hall effect
The TW Series Thumbwheel is a minimum width, low profile joystick that provides smooth, precise fingertip control in one axis. The TW series includes a wide range of configuration options including voltage output range, wheel colour and style.
Analogue outputs
Spring return to center
Electronics sealed up to IP67
5 million lifecycles
Choice of 4 wheel colours
Analogue outputs
Spring return to center
Electronics sealed up to IP67
5 million lifecycles
Choice of 4 wheel colours
