TH Series Hand Controlled Joystick

The TH Series single axis throttles are a heavy duty friction clutch joystick delivering proportional control. Designed for prolonged use and durable enough to withstand rough operation, commonly used applications include material handling and mobile equipment. The TH single axis throttle utilises non-contacting Hall effect technology. Configuration options include mechanical detents and electronic micro switches.

MAIN FEATURES

  • Rugged, hand operation
  • Hall effect sensing
  • Single axis friction clutch operation
  • Optional mechanical detents with microswitches
  • CANbus J1939 and USB options
  • Redundant output available

 

Description

APEM TH Series single axis throttles are a heavy duty friction clutch joystick delivering proportional hand control. Designed for prolonged use and durable enough to withstand rough operation, commonly used applications include material handling and mobile equipment. The TH single axis throttle utilises non-contacting Hall effect technology. Configuration options include mechanical detents and electronic micro switches.

MAIN FEATURES of the TH Series Joystick:

  • Rugged, hand operation
  • Hall effect sensing
  • Single axis friction clutch operation
  • Optional mechanical detents with microswitches
  • CANbus J1939 and USB options
  • Redundant output available

Control Devices is the official APEM distributor for Australia and New Zealand. APEM offers a broad selection of quality products with proven effectiveness in harsh environments. From Push buttons, Rockers, Toggles, LED indicators, Emergency Stops to Joysticks and keypads.

APEM develops and manufactures professional switch products for diversified markets including instrumentation, medical, communications, industrial automation, defence and transport. With a vertically integrated production, and controls all stages of product development and production: from tooling, moulding, screw machining to assembly and final inspection.

APEM’s dedication and experienced teams can respond to the most complex requirements. This technical expertise ensures the continuous growth of our product ranges, allowing strong partnerships with our customers and providing the necessary flexibility to create an infinite number of products.

APEM offers a range of more than 50,000 customisable part numbers: colour, marking, finish, shape and dimensions unlimited combinations are possible. This variety of components allows them to create the unique combination to match your design. Custom colours, specific materials, special backlighting or varied shapes are available upon request. Particular attention is paid to the cosmetic appearances of our products to best match your requirements, from specific markings to brightness illumination for outdoor applications.

By controlling all phases of manufacturing and quality control, APEM products offer the ability to withstand the adverse elements associated with harsh environments, without affecting their life expectancy.

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• Rugged, hand operation
• Hall effect sensing
• Single axis friction clutch operation
• Optional mechanical detents and/or microswitches
• Redundant outputs available
• Mechanical Life: 1 million cycles

MATERIALS
• Material: Glass reinforced nylon

• Operating Temperature: -25ºC to 70ºC (-13ºF to 158ºF)
• Storage Temperature: -40ºC to 70ºC (-40ºF to 158ºF)
• Sealing (IP): IP65 to IP68*
• EMC Immunity Level (V/M): IEC 61000-4-8:2009
• EMC Emissions Level: IEC 61000-4-3:2006
• ESD: IEC 61000-4-2:2008

• Mechanical Life: 1 million cycles
• Break Out Force : 6.6N (1.50lbf)
• Operating Force: 7.7N (1.70lbf)
• Mechanical Angle of Movement: 70º
• Expected Life: 10 million cycles
• Mass/weight: Varies
• Lever Action (Centering): Friction

• Sensor: Hall effect
• Resolution: Infinite
• Supply Voltage Operating: 5.00VDC
• Reverse Polarity Max: -14.5VDC
• Overvoltage Max: 18VDC
• Output Impedance: 6Ω
• Current Consumption Max: 10mA

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