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BL Series Paddle Controls Joystick

The BL series paddle controls features the same exciting new design as the BH series, but in a smaller package... measuring at just 48 mm above panel. The compact footprint of the paddles allows for closer group…

Manufacturer
APEM
Part No
BL
Category
Fingertip Proportional Joysticks

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Overview

The BL series paddle controls features the same exciting new design as the BH series, but in a smaller package... measuring at just 48 mm above panel. The compact footprint of the paddles allows for closer group installation of multiple paddles, perfect in applications such as vehicle arm rests, remote control portable boxes and various agricultural applications.

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 sealedEMC shielded

FEATURES

GENERAL SPECIFICATION

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

ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Storage: -40°C to 85°C (-40°F to 185°F)
• Operating Temperature: -25°C to 70°C (-13°F to 158°F)
• Seal Above Panel: IP67 Dust & Water Ingress - to BS EN60529:1992+A2:2013
• Damp Heat – BS EN 60068-2-78:2002 Test Cab 21 days exposure @ +85°C 85%RH
• Salt Spray – BS EN 60068-2-11:1999 Test Ka 48 hours exposure @ +35°C with 5% NaCl

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 paddle control via 1K5 to 5V,
and smoothed to 0V with 100nF
• Sensor Type: Hall effect
• Current Consumption: <20mA
• Loads: Minimum 10K, preferred 100K+
• PWM frequency range: 100Hz to 1KHz

MATERIALS

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