Datasheet

TS series
Proportional Hall effect thumbsticks
Distinctive features and specifications
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1 or 2 axis
Pushbutton handle option
Non-contact Hall effect technology
Submersible to 1m (3.28ft) per IP68
Threaded metal housing option
Redundant outputs available
USB outputs available
PUSHBUTTON SWITCH (Option 6 Handle)
• Electrical life: 100,000 cycles
• Rating: 50mA,12VDC.
• Terminal: Brass with silver plating
• Contact resistance: 100mΩ max
• Insulation resistance: 100MΩ min. 500VDC
• Dielectric strength: 250VAC /1 minute
• Contact arrangement : 1 pole 1 throw
• Operation force: 1.5lbf
Stop strength: Max 3kgf vertical static load for 15 seconds
Operating temperature: -25°C to +70°C (-13°F to +158°F)
Storage temperature: -30°C to +85°C (-22°F to +185°F)
• Vibration resistance: MIL-STD-202F METHOD 201A
• Shock resistance: MIL-STD-202F METHOD 213B
MATERIALS
• Body: Glass filled nylon
• Threaded Body: Black oxide plated brass
• Boot: Silicone
• Handles: 1, 2, 3 - Glass filled nylon
4, 5, 6, 7, 8 - Silicone
MECHANICAL (FOR X, Y AXIS)
Operating Force: 3.1N±0.5N (0.70lbf±0.11lbf)
1
Maximum Vertical Load: 200N (45lbf)
1
Maximum Horizontal Load: 150N (33.7lbf)
1
Mechanical Angle of Movement: 50°
Expected Life: 1 million cycles
Mass/weight: 18.25g ± 5.0g (0.64oz±0.18oz)
Lever Action (Centering): Spring centering
ENVIRONMENTAL
Operating Temperature: -40°C to +85°C (-40°F to +185°F)
Storage Temperature: -40°C to +85°C (-40°F to +185°F)
Sealing: IP68, IP69K
2
EMC Immunity Level: EN61000-4-3
EMC Emissions Level: EN61000-6-3:2001
ESD: EN61000-4-2
ELECTRICAL SENSOR
Resolution: 1.22mV
Supply Voltage Range: 5.00V±0.01V
Reverse Polarity Max: -10V
Overvoltage Max: 20V
Output Impedance:
Return to Center Voltage Tolerance: ±200mV initial
NOTES:
Mounting accessories.
Standard hardware includes:
• For the Drop-in option – 4 push in connectors, drop-in bezel and an O-ring.
• For the Rear mount option: 4x1/2 FH SS Phil Screws and a rear mount bezel.
1 Force applied to the top of the castle cap.
2 All options are IP68 and IP69K rated, however Drop-in mounting does not
prevent panel ingress.
All values are nominal.

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