Megatron PW30 Thumb Joystick

The PW30 series combines the advantages of joysticks for the control of analog parameters with the small space consumption of trackballs. The rocker can be integrated into panels as well as into bigger joysticks, e.g. our 891 series.

PW30 Features

  • 1 Axis Rocker
  • Potentiometer Or Hall Sensors
  • Spring Return

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IP Rating

Manufacturer

Country Of Manufacture

Germany

Certifications

CE, RoHS compliant, Declaration of Conformity

Custom Options Products

Cable Type,Cable Length,Interface,Joystick Handle

Housing Colour

Black

Axes

1

Current Consumption

7 mA (14 mA with Dual Output)

Interface / Connection

Analog

Expected Lifetime

ca. 2.000.000 cycles

Operating Force

24..30 mNm

Output Impedance

10 kOhm (>100 kOhm recommended)

Output Voltages

0,5..4,5 VDC ratiometric

Protection Class

IP65

Return Mechanism

Spring Return

Return to Center Accuracy

+/-3 %

Sensor

Hall

Shock

294 m/sï¾² (30G) MIL-STD-202F-213

Supply Voltage

5 VDC 10 %

Technology

Hall-Effect or Potentiometric

Vibration

10..55 Hz, 98 m/sï¾² (10G) MIL -STD-202F-204

Weight

0,03 kg

Lifetime

ca. 2.000.000 cycles

The Megatron PW30 Thumb Joystick is designed to meet the demands of various markets that require rugged, reliable products. Below are some of the key industries where the PW30 is commonly used:

Aerospace, Industrial and Manufacturing, Marine and Offshore, Military and Defence

These examples highlight the versatility of the Megatron PW30 Thumb Joystick across a range of market applications, with its potential extending far beyond the sectors listed here. For more information or to assess if this Rugged Joystick, Thumb Joystick fits your specific needs, please contact us.

The Megatron PW30 Thumb 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 PW30 Thumb Joystick, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.

For more information about the Megatron PW30 Thumb Joystick or to arrange repairs and services not covered by the warranty, please visit the warranty section on our website.

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