Joysticks
SERIES 68B
Hall Effect Rocker Switch
FEATURES
• Ratiometric analog output
• Sealed to IP67 dynamic - even during actuation
• Rugged industrial design suited for outdoor use
• Provides positive tactile feedback in any environment
• Long operational life
• Redundant output for safety
• Available with 26°detent and 36° latching, friction hold,
or spring return (no detent)
• Choices of cable length
• Choices of accent color
APPLICATIONS
• Dash-panel and armrest controls
• Hydraulic fluid flow control
• Engine speed control
• Heavy duty industrial equipment
• Remote control belly boxes
DIMENSIONS
in inches, [mm]
TOP VIEW
Joysticks
THIS VIEW APPLIES TO
68B-XXX-0 PART NUMBERS ONLY
MOUNTING PANEL OPTIONS
.130
[3.30]
x4
R.050
[R1.27]
x8
R.100
[R2.54]
x4
1.000
[25.4]
.660
[16.76]
.455
[11.56]
MOUNTING PANEL RECOMMENDATIONS:
1.410
[35.81]
1.190
[30.23]
1. FASTENERS SHOULD BE #4 THREAD FORMING SCREWS FOR PLASTIC.
2. MOUNTING TORQUE TO BE 3-5 IN.LBS, 8 IN.LBS MAXIMUM.
3. DIAMETER OF MOUNTING HOLES IN CUSTOMER PANEL TO BE 0.130" [3.30mm].
DIAMETER OF MOUNTING HOLES IN SWITCH ARE 0.100" [2.54mm].
4. LENGTH OF MOUNTING SCREWS TO BE: (PANEL THICKNESS) + 0.140" [3.56mm] OR LESS.
5. MINIMUM SPACING BETWEEN TWO UNITS IS 1.080" [27.43 mm] FROM CENTERLINE TO CENTERLINE.
.840
[21.34]
Grayhill, Inc. • 561 Hillgrove Avenue • LaGrange, Illinois
60525-5997 • USA • Phone: 708-354-1040 • Fax: 708-354-2820 • www.grayhill.com
Joysticks
BLOCK DIAGRAM & JOYSTICK OUTPUT WAVEFORM
PINOUT AND WIRE COLOR CHART
SPECIFICATIONS
Electrical Specifications
Operating Voltage on Pin 1 (VDD):
5.0V ±
0.5V
Absolute Maximum Voltage* on Pin 1
(VDD):
-18 V min, +18 V max (t < 1 h)
Operating Current:
15 mA typ., 20 mA, max.
Output Voltage is Analog (Ratiometric to
Operating Voltage)
Output at Center Position:
50% VDD
Output at Full Travel:
10% VDD or 90%
VDD depending on configuration
Output Voltage Tolerance:
± 3% VDD at full travel
± 5% VDD at center position
Output Current:
1 mA, max.
Recommended Load:
10 K Ohm pull-down
resistor.
Sensor Error:
When a sensor error occurs,
the output goes to < 4% of operating voltage
(VDD )
*Exceeding the Absolute Maximum Voltage may result in
permanent damage to the device. This is a stress rating
only and functional operation of the device at those or any
other conditions above those indicated in the operation
listings of this specification is not implied.
from height of 0.3m
Paddle Side-Load:
45 lbs. minimum
Mounting Torque:
3-5 in-lbs recommended,
8 in-lbs maximum
Return to Center Life:
2 million cycles
minimum**
Detent Life:
200,000 cycles minimum
Latching Life:
200,000 cycles minimum
Friction Hold Life:
200,000 cycles minimum
** One cycle is defined as full travel from the center to the +40°
direction, then full travel to the -40° direction, then return to the
center
Insulation Resistance:
Meets MIL-STD-
202G, Method 302
Materials and Finishes
Paddle:
Thermoplastic with elastomer finger
grip
Cable Assembly:
22AWG stranded, tin-
coated copper wires in PVC insulation
Connector Body:
Thermoplastic
Terminals:
Nickel
RoHS Compliant
Environmental Ratings
EMC Ratings
Physical & Mechanical Ratings
Vibration:
Random, meets MIL-STD-810G,
Method 514.6, Procedure I
Mechanical Shock:
Meets MIL-STD 202,
Method 213B Test Condition A
Transit Drop:
Meets MIL-STD-810G,
Method 516.6, Procedure II
Terminal Strength:
10 lbs. minimum, tested
per MIL-STD-202, Method 211A
Push-Out Force:
45 lbs. minimum
Pull-Out Force:
45 lbs. minimum
Paddle Impact:
0.5 lbs. weight dropped 3x
Seal:
IP67 as mounted
Altitude:
Meets MIL-STD-810G, Method 500.4,
Procedure I
Thermal Shock:
Meets MIL-STD-810G,
Method 503.4, Procedure I
Operating High Temperature:
+85°C, Meets
IEC 68-2-2, Test Aa
Operating Low Temperature:
-40°C, Meets
IEC 68-2-1, Test Aa
Storage High Temperature:
+100°C, Meets
IEC 68-2-2, Method Aa
Storage Low Temperature:
-55°C, Meets
IEC 68-2-1, Method Aa
Damp Heat Cycle:
Meets IEC/EN 60068-2-38
Z/AD
Humidity, 85/85:
Meets MIL-STD 202,
Method 103B, 500 hours
Solar Radiation:
Meets ISO 4892-2, Method
A, Cycle 1, 1000 hours
Chemical Resistance:
Meets IEC 60068-
2-74
Salt Fog:
Meets MIL STD 810G
Dielectric:
Meets MIL-STD-202G, Method 301
Radiated Immunity:
At 3 orientations, meets
ISO11452-5 (140 V/M, 10KHz-2MHz), ANSI/
ASAE EP455 5.16 (100 V/M, 2-200MHz), ISO
11452-2 (140 V/M, 200MHz-1GHz), and ISO
11452-2 (50 V/M, 1GHz-2.7GHz).
Conducted Immunity:
Bulk Current Injection
Meets ISO11452-4, SAE J1113-4 (120 mA,
1MHz-400MHz)
Radiated Emissions:
Meets CISPR25, Class
3 (150kHz - 54MHz), CISPR 16.2.3, Class
B (30-1000 MHz) and ISO13766, level 6db
(30MHz - 1GHz )
Conducted Emissions:
Meets CISPR 25,
Class 5
Electrostatic Discharge:
Meets ANSI/ASAE
EP455 5.12, Level 1
Power Frequency Magnetic Field:
Meets IEC
61000-4-8, 30 A/m
Joysticks
ORDERING INFORMATION
ACCENT COLOR
1 = Black
2 = Blue
3 = Purple
4 = Yellow
5 = Green
6 = Red
68B-XXX-X
PADDLE FUNCTION
0 = No detent or latching
1 = 26° detent + 36° latching
2 = Friction hold
(Custom options available, contact Grayhill)
SUPPLY VOLTAGE*
5 = 5.0V
*Output is proportional to VDD
TERMINATION
0 = No Connector; 8” wires with stripped ends
4 = 4.00” Cable with Deutsch Connector
6 = 6.00” Cable with Deutsch Connector
8 = 8.00” Cable with Deutsch Connector
For prices and custom configurations, contact a local sales office, an authorized distributor, or Grayhill's sales department.
Grayhill, Inc. • 561 Hillgrove Avenue • LaGrange, Illinois
60525-5997 • USA • Phone: 708-354-1040 • Fax: 708-354-2820 • www.grayhill.com