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Megatron TRY14 Thumb Joystick
The Megatron TRY14 Thumb Joystick is built around its industrial-grade Hall Effect sensor technology, designed for demanding deployments where precision and durability are essential. This joystick fits compact spaces such as arm rests or remote control handles, offering proportional analog output with high resolution and a spring return mechanism to maintain accurate control. It is sealed to IP68/IP69K standards, ensuring protection against dust and water ingress except at the panel opening, which suits harsh industrial and mobile operating environments.
Constructed to endure up to one million cycles, the TRY14 supports continuous-duty use and operates reliably across a wide temperature range from -40°C to 85°C. Its robust housing withstands impact and environmental corrosion, complemented by compliance with CE and RoHS standards. Connectivity options include analog and USB interfaces, providing flexible integration for field-ready control systems.
TRY14 Features
- Contactless Hall Sensors
- Waterproof, IP68 (1 Metre) / IP69K
- Optionally Available With Dual Output, Or Redundant With Separate Supply Lines
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Product Type
Format
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 to 2
Horizontal Actuation Force
150 N (on handle)
Interface / Connection
Analog, USB
Expected Lifetime
1 million cycles
Operating Force X-Y-Axis
3,1 N ï¾± 0,5 N
Operating Temperature
-40ï¾°C to 85ï¾°C
Operating Force
6,7 N
Protection Class
IP68 / IP69K (sealing of panel opening excluded)
Resolution
1,22 mV
Return Mechanism
Spring Return
Return to Center Voltage
+/-200 mV
Sensor
Hall Effect
Storage Temperature
-40ï¾°C..+85ï¾°C
Technology
Hall Effect
Vertical Actuation Force
200 N (on handle)
Lifetime
1 million cycles
Temperature Rating
Operating Temp -40C to 85C
The Megatron TRY14 Thumb Joystick is designed and engineered for use in demanding environments where reliability, durability are essential. The TRY14 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, Offshore Operations, Oil and Gas.
Across these sectors, the TRY14 is typically used in applications such as Fleet Management And Telematics, Industrial HMI And Machine Interfacing, Process Control And Shop-Floor Monitoring, Robotics And Autonomous System Control, SCADA And Control-Room Access, Vehicle-Mounted Computing (MDTs / VMCs).
These examples demonstrate the versatility of the TRY14 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 TRY14 is appropriate for your specific application, please contact us.
The Megatron TRY14 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 TRY14 Thumb Joystick, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.
For more information about the Megatron TRY14 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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- Compact low installation depth
- Accurate +/-2% spring return
- Durable 5 million cycle lifetime
- CE RoHS compliance
- Sealed IP68 housing for dust and water resistance
- Hall Effect sensor ensures long life and precision
- Multiple interfaces including analog USB and CAN
- Temperature range -25°C to +70°C for field durability
- Industrial-grade Hall Effect sensor
- IP68/IP69K sealed housing
- Operating range -40°C to 85°C
- Up to 1 million cycles durability
- Hall Effect sensor for precise control
- Durable black housing for harsh environments
- Certified CE and RoHS compliant
- Rated for over 5 million operational cycles
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Frequently Asked Questions
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