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BH Series Paddle Control

The BH Series paddle control is the latest generation in high precision controllers, combining the features of a non-contact, single axis joystick with a smooth responsiveness at your fingertips. Hall effect technology…

Manufacturer
APEM
Part No
BHN
Category
Fingertip Proportional Joysticks

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Overview

The BH Series paddle control is the latest generation in high precision controllers, combining the features of a non-contact, single axis joystick with a smooth responsiveness at your fingertips. Hall effect technology ensures a long, trouble-free life for analog and switch outputs.

This all new design with its innovative mechanism is ergonomically styled for ease of use and is available in five trim colors.

MAIN FEATURES

Hall effect joystick and switch function

Sculpted ergonomic rubber grip

5V operation - standard dual redundant outputs

Analog or PWM outputs

Custom lever colors & designs available

IP67 sealed

EMC shielded

2.36" (60mm) above panel height

FEATURES

GENERAL SPECIFICATION

• Operating Angle: ± 30 Degrees
• Life Cycles: 10 million cycles
• Soft touch lever with color options

ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Operating Temperature: -25°C to 70°C (-13°F to 158°F) • Storage: -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F)
• Seal Above Panel: IP67 (Gasket fitted as standard)
• EMC Emissions: Complies with EN 61000-6-3:2001
• ESD: Complies with EN61000-4-2 (extended) ±8KV (20 contacts) & +/-15KV
• EMC Immunity: 100V/m, 80MHz-2.7GHz, 1KHz
• Vibration: 100Hz - 200Hz @ 0.13g²/Hz, total 3.6gRMS

ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Gain (Output Voltage Span): ±10% x V to ±50% x V
• Output at Center: V/2 ± (5% x Gain)
• Power Supply: 5V ±0.5V Transient free
• Switch Outputs: Open Drain, pulled high within control via 1K5 to 5V, and smoothed to 0V with 100nF
• Sensor Type: Hall effect
• Current Consumption: <20mA
• Loads: Minimum 10K, preferred 100K+

MATERIALS

• Body: PA
• Actuator: PA & PC
• Rubber Grip: TPE