M series
Miniature resistive joysticks
Distinctive features and specifications
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World’s #1 selling joystick for CCTV applications
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Potentiometric sensing
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One, two or three axis
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Low profile design with 17 handle options
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RoHS
MECHANICAL (FOR Z AXIS)
MECHANICAL (FOR X AND Y AXIS)
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Break Out Force: 0.7N (0.16lbf)
Operating Force: 1.3N (0.29lbf)
Maximum Applied Force: 100N (22.48lbf)
Mechanical Angle of Movement: 56˚
Expected Life: See potentiometer options
Mass/weight: Varies
Package Size (mm) (L x W x H) or (Dia x H): Varies
Lever Action (Centering): Spring or Friction
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Break Out Torque: 0.022N·m (0.19lbf·in)
Operating Torque: 0.040N·m (0.35lbf·in)
Maximum Allowable Torque: 0.049N·m (0.43lbf·in)
Mechanical Angle: 90º
Handle Action: Spring
ENVIRONMENTAL
• Operating Temperature: -25ºC to 70ºC (-13ºF to 158ºF)
• Storage Temperature: -40ºC to 70ºC (-40ºF to 158ºF)
POTENTIOMETER OPTIONS
Potentiometer
Electrical Element
Track Resistance
Linearity
Track Operating Angle
CRV
Power Dissipation
Rotational Life
P
Conductive Plastic
5K
±1.0%
220º
±1.5%
0.25W@40ºC
1,000,000
M
Conductive Plastic
5K
±5.0%
56º
±1.5%
0.5W@70ºC
1,000,000
R
Conductive Plastic
5K
±1.0%
50º
±1.0%
1W
10,000,000
CENTERING OPTIONS
• SPRING CENTERING: The joystick returns to center when the handle is released.
• TORQUE SET: Torque set provides absolute positioning with uniform friction applied to “X” and “Y” axis.
NOTES: – All values are nominal.
– Specifications are subject to the joystick configuration.
Contact Technical Support for the performance of your specific configuration.
– The M Series is intended for internal applications.
Note: The company reserves the right to change specifications without notice.
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M series
Miniature resistive joysticks
Overview
1
M
1
Mounting Bezel
SERIES
C
F
L
Handle
Split Bezel
Square Bezel
Rubber Boot Kit
Model
1
2
3
4
Centering
2 Axis
2 Axis with Pushbuttons
3 Axis
3 Axis with Pushbuttons
0
6
Spring Centering
Torque Set (Friction)
0
1
2
3
5
6
8
9
A
B
C
E
G
H
M
N
Q
Tapered Convex
Concave Tip
Flat Tipped
Concave Tip - Long
Pushbutton
Straight Tip - Short
3 Axis
3 Axis with Pushbutton
Straight Tip - Mid
Straight Tip - Long
Ball Tip
Pushbutton
Pushbutton
Pushbutton
3 Axis No Button
3 Axis with 1 Button
3 Axis with 2 Buttons
Output Options
Potentiometers³:
P
M
R
5KΩ, 220°
5KΩ, 56°
5KΩ, 50°
INSTALLATION
NOTES:
1.
Front Mounting Bezels (FM)
C = Split Bezel
Cutout dimensions = 39.70mm(1.562in)
L = Rubber Boot
Cutout dimensions = 39.70mm(1.562in)
2.
Rear mounting bezels (RM)
F = Square Bezel
Cutout dimensions = 30.15mm(1.187in)
3.
Potentiometer specifications are located on the previous page.
Mounting accessories.
Standard hardware includes:
C= Ring, cup, and 4 black Phl screws 2-56x1/2in
L= Ring and 4 black Phl screws 2-56x1/2in
F= Square bezel, 4 screws 2-56x1/2in Phl, and 4 screws 2-56x1/4in Phl
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M series
Miniature resistive joysticks
Overview
2 AXIS WITH OPTION A HANDLE
28o
28o
40.10
(1.58)
33.00
(1.30)
25.40
(1.00)
See handle models
and dimensions.
4.83
(0.19)
20.05
(0.79)
40.10
(1.58)
50.04
Ø27.70
(1.97)
(1.09)
25.70
(1.01)
Ø1.80
(0.07)
Ø3.60
(0.14)
Used for Rear Mount “Square bezel”
29.97
(1.18)
50.04
(1.97)
NOTES:
1.
Mechanical dimensions represent a joystick with the largest potentiometer option.
2.
Potentiometer size will vary according to selected option.
HANDLES
2 AXIS
0
1
2
3
6
8.90
(0.35)
11.40
(0.45)
9.40
(0.37)
A
B
10.40
(0.41)
10.90
(0.43)
10.20
(0.40)
10.20
(0.40)
C
25.40
(1.00)
44.20
(1.74)
35.60
(1.40)
23.90
(0.94)
23.60
(0.93)
35.10
(1.38)
33.80
(1.33)
36.10
(1.42)
23.40
(0.92)
34.80
(1.37)
0.37in
(mm)
44.20
(1.74)
30.00
(1.18)
34.00
(1.34)
51.60
(2.03)
61.70
(2.43)
53.10
(2.09)
62.70
(2.47)
0.37in
(mm)
2 AXIS WITH PUSHBUTTON¹
5
6.10
(0.24)
E
23.40
(0.92)
5.10
(0.20)
G
H
13.50
(0.53)
17.30
(0.68)
22.10
(0.87)
1.50
(0.06)
58.40
(2.30)
56.90
(2.24)
71.10
(2.80)
76.20
(3.00)
48.30
(1.90)
65.50
(2.58)
NOTES:
1.
Pushbuttons are not sealed. Joysticks are intended for internal applications only.
2.
Dimensions are in mm/(inch).
Note: The company reserves the right to change specifications without notice.
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2.50
(0.10)
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44.20
(1.74)
59.20
(2.33)
M series
Miniature resistive joysticks
Overview
3 AXIS
8
M
35.60
(1.40)
35.60
(1.40)
42.40
(1.67)
42.20
(1.66)
59.90*
(2.36)
59.70*
(2.35)
3 AXIS WITH PUSHBUTTONS
9
N
35.60
(1.40)
Q
1.50
(0.06)
35.60
(1.40)
2.00
(0.08)
52.80
(2.08)
(1.40)
35.60
52.80
(2.08)
52.80
(2.08)
71.40*
(2.81)
71.40*
(2.81)
70.40*
(2.77)
1.50
(0.06)
NOTES:
1.
Dimensions are in mm/(inch).
2.
Pushbuttons are not sealed. Joysticks are intended for internal applications only.
3.
Axis orientation:
+
Z
Y+
X-
4.
Wiring information:
Y-
X+
– Cables are provided for pushbuttons and the Z axis.
– Cables are not supplied for the potentiometers (axis X and Y).
DEFAULT WIRE COLOR CODE*
COLOR
FUNCTION
AWG
2 OR 3 AXIS JOYSTICK WITH 1 PUSHBUTTON - OPTIONS 5,E,G,H,9,N
ORANGE
Switch 1
ORANGE
Switch Common
28
NOTES: * Wires for the Z axis and for the pushbuttons
are 292mm (11.5in) and stripped.
** Handle “Q” pushbuttons are shown in the
following drawing:
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2
3 AXIS JOYSTICK WITH 2 PUSHBUTTONS - Option Q**
ORANGE
Switch 1
BROWN
Switch 2
GREEN
Switch Common
28
Z AXIS IN A 3 AXIS JOYSTICK - OPTIONS 8,9,M,N,Q
RED
Supply
WHITE
Signal
BLUE
Return
28
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