Megatron 812 Finger Joystick

The Megatron 812 Finger Joystick is built around compact design and precise control, supporting one to three axes in industrial and field settings. Its small installation depth suits confined control panels, allowing operators to work with minimal finger movement. The joystick utilises either Hall-Effect or potentiometric sensors to deliver accurate input detection, combined with a spring return mechanism that centres with plus or minus 2% accuracy. It supports multiple output voltages compatible with various control systems and operates reliably from minus 25 to 70 degrees Celsius, with storage tolerance down to minus 40 degrees Celsius.

Designed for continuous-duty use, the Megatron 812 endures up to five million operational cycles, demonstrating durability in demanding environments. The black industrial-grade housing integrates discreetly into control setups and meets CE and RoHS compliance standards, ensuring conformity to safety and environmental requirements. This makes the joystick a dependable choice for precise control in compact, rugged applications requiring stable and repeatable performance over extended deployments.

812 Features

  • Several Handle Options
  • Small Size At Low Installation Depth

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Manufacturer

Certifications & Standards

Ruggedness

Mounting Format

Country Of Manufacture

Germany

Certifications

CE, RoHS compliant, Declaration of Conformity

Custom Options Products

Interface,Processor,Memory,Storage,Connections,Operating System

Housing Colour

Black

Angle of Movement X-,Y-Axis

56ï¾° (+/-28ï¾° from center)

Axes

1 to 3

Installation Depth

Small size at low installation depth

Interface / Connection

Analog

Expected Lifetime

5 million cycles

Angle of Movement Z-Axis

90ï¾° (+/-45ï¾° from center)

Operating Temperature

(-25ï¾°C to +70ï¾°C)

Output Voltages

0..5 V / 0,5..4,5 V / 0,25..4,75 V

Resolution

Infinite

Return Mechanism

Spring Return

Return to Center Accuracy

+/-2%

Sensor

Potentiometers or Hall

Storage Temperature

-40ï¾°C..+70ï¾°C

Supply Voltage

5 VDC ï¾±10%

Technology

Hall-Effect or Potentiometric

Torque

0,049 Nm

Lifetime

5 million cycles

Temperature Rating

Operating Temp (-25C to +70C)

The Megatron 812 Finger Joystick is designed and engineered for use in demanding environments where reliability, durability are essential. The 812 supports a wide range of industries and operational applications.

Common deployment industries include: Construction, Defence And Military, Energy and Utilities, Industrial Manufacturing, Logistics And Supply Chain, Marine And Offshore, Natural Resources and Mining, Oil and Gas.

Across these sectors, the 812 is typically used in applications such as Construction Site Supervision And Reporting, Forklift And Materials-Handling Terminals, Industrial HMI And Machine Interfacing, Process Control And Shop-Floor Monitoring, Vehicle-Mounted Computing (MDTs / VMCs).

These examples demonstrate the versatility of the 812 across both industry sectors and real-world operational use cases. Its suitability extends well beyond the scenarios listed above, making it a flexible solution for a broad range of requirements.

For further information, or to assess whether the 812 is appropriate for your specific application, please contact us.

The Megatron 812 Finger Joystick comes with a 1 Year Limited Warranty against defects in workmanship and materials, effective from the date of shipment (unless otherwise agreed in writing).

To receive service under this warranty, the eligible product, Megatron 812 Finger Joystick, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.

For more information about the Megatron 812 Finger Joystick or to arrange repairs and services not covered by the warranty, please visit the warranty section on our website.

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At RUGGED, we recognise that every project has its own unique demands. If you have any questions about the Megatron 812 or need a custom solution designed specifically for you, our team of technical experts are ready to assist you.

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