8000 series

Ruggedized switch joysticks Distinctive features and specifications



One or two axis



Optional center detect microswitch



Wide range of handle options



Up to 1AMP operation



Gold plated contacts



Single step or progressive switching

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

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Mechanical Life Cycles: > 1 Million Operations Current Rating: To 1A Weight: 98 Grams (0.20lb) Operating Deflection: ±18º Shaft Diameter: 5mm (0.20in) Shaft Material: Stainless Steel Boot: Neoprene

8

8000

A B C D E F

Single Axis, Single Pole Single Axis, Double Pole Single Axis, Progressive with Detents Single Axis, Progressive Two Axis, Single Pole Two Axis, Double Pole

Axis A B

One Two

MaximumVoltage: 125VAC Switch Contacts: Gold Plated Above Panel Seal: IP65 Body Material: Glass Reinforced ABS Gimbal Pivot: Acetal & Hardened Steel Other Materials: Brass, Acetal, Nylon Temperature Range: -25°C to +80°C (-13°F to +76°F)

Limiter

Switching

SERIES

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A C D R S

Single Axis Cross Diamond Round Square

0 4 6 7

Fitted ( See note1) Not fitted

NOTES: 1. The additional center detect switch is not available on joysticks with progressive switching. 2. Guided feel is only available on two axis joysticks. Further non-standard options including custom handles, special limiters and detents are available. Please refer to APEM. 3. Only a square limiter will allow sufficient travel in a diagonal direction to activate both speed and steer switches.

00 None 20 Guided Feel (See note 2)

Not Supplied Circular R.M¹ Square D.I² Circular D.I²

1. Rear Mounting 2. Drop In Mounting

Center Detect 1 2

Modifier

Bezel

Boot

Handle* BL D E K Q X AK AM AT BB

Round Cylindrical Conical Push Button Tactile Skirted Two Push Button Tactile One Pushbutton Tall One Pushbutton Conical Low Profile Three Button

5

Standard

* For more handles see next page

BEZEL OPTIONS For drop-in mounting, please specify bezel option 6 or 7. For sub-panel mounting, no bezel is necessary, unless the boot is required to seal to the front face of the panel in which case option 4 should be specified. Bezels 6 & 7 clamp the boot and top face of the joystick body to the panel when bezel 4 clamps only the boot. Some handles may be larger than some panel cut-outs. This may restrict the choice for mounting and bezel options. Please refer to APEM for assistance. SPRINGING As standard 8000 series are offered sprung to center. The standard spring force requires1.6N (nominally) to off-center the joystick. The 8000 series may be specified with a lighter spring (1N). NOTE: Forces quoted are subject to exact joystick configuration and are provided as a guide only. Note: The company reserves the right to change specifications without notice.

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8000 series

Ruggedized switch joysticks Overview

12.70 (0.50)

Ø31.30 (1.23)

18.00 (0.70)

35.00 (1.38)

29.60 (1.17)

NylonNylon Sparked Matt Black Not Available

47.50 (1.87)

25.00 (0.98)

D

BL

MATERIAL FINISH STANDARD COLOR OTHER COLORS NOTES:

32.00 (1.26)

E

Aluminum Anodised Black Not Available

K

Nylon Sparked Matt Black Upon Request

ABS Sparked Matt Black Not Available Uses APEM IS Switches 35.00 (1.38)

22.00 (0.87)

32.00 (1.26)

15.00 (0.59)

45.66 (1.80)

35.00 (1.38)

X

Q

.50 R7 95) 2 (0.

AK

42.26 (1.66)

MATERIAL FINISH STANDARD COLOR OTHER COLORS NOTES:

R10 (0. .00 39 )

47.50 (1.87)

BK

35.80 (1.41)

Nylon Sparked Matt Black Not Available

ABS Sparked Matt Black Not Available Uses APEM IS Switches Requires drop-in mounting

27.50 (1.08) 15.00 (0.59)

Aluminum Anodised Black Not Available Uses APEM IA Switches

29.52 (1.16)

ABS Sparked Matt Black Upon Request Uses APEM IA Switches

31.50 (1.23)

19.00 (0.74) 35.45 (1.40)

56.40 (2.22)

AT

AM MATERIAL FINISH STANDARD COLOR OTHER COLORS NOTES:

67.00 (2.63) 50.60 (1.98)

17.30 (0.68)

53.50 (2.11)

Aluminum Anodised Black Not Available Uses APEM IA Switches

24.80 (0.97)

AN

BB Nylon Sparked Matt Black Upon Request

Nylon Sparked Matt Black Not Available Uses APEM IL Switches Requires drop-in mounting

Delrin Gloss Black Not Available Uses APEM IL Switches

NOTES: 1. Dimensions are in mm/(inch). 2. Unless otherwise specified, all joysticks are supplied with black switches in the handles. Note: The company reserves the right to change specifications without notice.

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8000 series

Ruggedized switch joysticks Overview GENERAL DIMENSIONS POLARITY North

62.00 (2.44)

West

East

South 35.80 (1.41)

4.50 (0.18)

3.20*

LEADS EXIT TO THE EAST VIEWED FROM ABOVE

31.00 (1.22)

35.80 (1.41) 40.00 (1.57) 42.00 (1.65)

DROP IN MOUNTING - PANEL CUT-OUT & MOUNTING INSTALLATION

Ø3.20 x 4 (0.13 x 4)

Ø41.00 (1.61) 35.80 (1.41)

35.80 (1.41)

The joystick is dropped into the panel cut-out. The joystick and boot must be kept in place by bezel (option 6 & 7). For panel thickness of