5000 SERIES - POTENTIOMETER JOYSTICKS
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The 5000 Series is a range of low profile, cost optimised potentiometer joysticks. These joysticks are designed specifically for
applications such as keyboards where installed depth and cost are critical. Configurable in up to three axes, for pan, tilt and
zoom control of such applications as CCTV cameras the 5000 Series is offered with a range of handles, bezels and
mounting styles.
MOUNTING
The 5000 Series is a sub-panel mounting joystick. It is offered with two mounting options; option B allows the user to screw
down from the front face of the panel, through the bezel and into the joystick. Option A has four additional screwing points
on the body of the joystick, allowing the user to screw from the underside of the panel, up through the joystick and into the
panel, and in so doing the screw heads are concealed. Option B is designed for use with gaiter option 1 and bezel option 2,
where as option A is designed for use with bezel option 1.
POTENTIOMETERS
The 5000 Series is offered as standard with 5K potentiometers which have 220° tracks. With a shaft deflection angle of
nominally 40°, a typical 5V supply would therefore result in a full scale nominal deflection from 2V to 3V, operating about a
nominal 2.5V centre. The potentiometers used on the 5000 Series are designed for use as a variable potential divider, rather
than a two pin variable resistor. Noise generated by the contact resistance of the wiper to the track dictates that for optimum
performance the output signals should be fed into a load of greater than 100K.
OPERATING MODE
The operating mode of the joystick may be specified as either sprung to centre, or alternatively with a “ratchet” position,
allowing a positive detented feel in three positions either side of centre (available on X & Y axes only).
USER FLEXIBILITY
The 5000 Series is designed to be as flexible as possible whilst keeping cost optimal. As standard the unit is offered without
a wiring harness, allowing customers to wire the unit according to the needs of the individual application. The joystick may
be factory configured with cable harnesses upon request. The 5000 Series is offered with an open square gate as standard,
again allowing the customer the flexibility of determining in software how the precise control is configured.
LEVERS
Lever option 1 should be specified for any two axes configuration. Lever option 8 is for three axes operation. Apem offers a
range of non standard lever options, including custom and lower profile options, for more detailed of these or any other 5000
Series enquiries please contact your local Apem representative.
Note: The company reserves the right to change specifications without notice.
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PRODUCT CONFIGURATION
STANDARD OPTIONS
The 5000 Series is available with a range of standard options, to specify your joystick, simply choose one option from
each column. An example is shown below.
5
S
2
5
1
S
0
F
2
1
00
SERIES
5000
(5)
MOUNTING
Sub Mount A
(S)
Sub Mount B
(T)
AXES
Two
(2)
Three
(3)
POTS
5 K 220°
(5)
LEVER
Standard
(1)
For 3 Axes
(8)
SPRING
Ratchet
(R)
Standard
(S)
WIRED
None
(0)
200mm
(1)
HANDLE
Conical
(F)
Tall Conical
(H)
Tall Slimline
(V)
Third Axis
(W)
BEZEL
Not supplied
(0)
Square
(1)
Circular
(2)
GAITER
Not supplied
(0)
Standard
(1)
MODIFIER
None
(00)
EXAMPLE CONFIGURATIONS
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
All parameters and dimensions shown maybe subject to specification, please refer to Apem for details.
Life Cycles
Lever Material
Handle Material
Temperature Range
Maximum Voltage
Weight
: >1 Million Mechanical Operations
: Stainless Steel
: Nylon or Aluminium
: -10°C to +55°C
: 10V
: 50 Grams
Lever Travel
Body Material
Gaiter Material
Resistance Tolerance
Rated Power
Potentiometer Alignment
: +/-20 Degrees from Centre
: ABS
: Neoprene
:+/-20%
: 0.125W per Potentiometer
: To Centre of Track (+/-50mV)
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USEFUL DIMENSIONS
MOUNTING OPTION A - PANEL CUT-OUT AND MOUNTING INSTALLATION
MATERIAL:
Nylon
MOUNTING CUT-OUT
Ø5.00 x 4
33.50
44.00
33.50
44.00
The joystick is mounted from beneath the panel, with the bezel
fitted onto the front face of the panel. It is recommended to use
No. 2 self tapping, pan head screws, the length of which must be
determined subject to the thickness of the panel.
MOUNTING OPTION B - PANEL CUT-OUT AND MOUNTING INSTALLATION
MATERIAL:
Nylon
MOUNTING CUT-OUT
Ø2.50 x 4
Ø39.00
32.20
32.20
The joystick is mounted from beneath the panel. The gaiter must be
passed through the panel cut-out and held in place with the
mounting bezel. It is recommended to use No. 2 self tapping
countersunk screws, the length of which must be determined
subject to the thickness of the panel.
Note: During the mounting process, great care should be taken not to damage the gaiter. All panel cut-outs should be
free from sharp edges and swarf that may damage the gaiter.
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