BF series
Paddle controllers
an APEM Group Company
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The BF Series Paddle is the very latest generation in high precision contactless controls. It combines the
features of a contactless single axis joystick and a switch in one control. Long trouble-free life is assured
with the latest Hall effect technology, providing a range of analog, switched or custom PWM output
options. The all-new design with its innovative mechanism and ergonomic styling is specifically
designed for robustness, strength and performance.
KEY FEATURES
Hall effect joystick and switch function
Sculpted ergonomic design
Next generation Hall effect technology
5V operation - dual redundant
outputs as standard
Two lever height variants
Industry standard connector
IP67 sealed
Sprung and detent lever options
Available with color-coded inserts
EMC & Magnetically shielded
- analog or PWM outputs
Effectively zero below panel depth
End stackable mounting
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BF series
Paddle controllers
OPTION SELECTION
PADDLE
BF
BD
74mm (2.91in)
above the panel
50mm (1.97in)
above the panel
10
25
30
40
50
GAIN
+/-10% x V
+/-25% x V
+/-30% x V
+/-40% x V
+/-50% x V
INSERT COLOR
BK
RE
BL
YE
GR
Black
Red
Blue
Yellow
Green
MODIFIER
00
None
CONFIGURATION
1
2
3
Standard Dual Outputs
Inverse Dual Outputs
PWM
A01
D01
D02
D03
D04
SD1
SD2
SD3
SD4
LEVER OPERATION
Sprung to Center
Center Detent
12.5 Degree Detents
12.5 & 25 Degree Detents
25 Degree Detents
Sprung to Center with D1
Sprung to Center with D2
Sprung to Center with D3
Sprung to Center with D4
SWITCHING POINTS
00
05
12
25
No Switches
+/- 5 Degrees
+/- 12.5 Degrees
+/- 25 Degrees
LEVER OPERATION
DETENT OPTIONS
D01 = CENTER DETENT
D02 = +/-12.5 DEGREES
D03 = +/- 12.5 & 25 DEGREES
D04 = +/-25 DEGREES
SPRUNG TO CENTER WITH DETENT OPTIONS
SD1 = CENTER DETENT
SD2 = +/-12.5 DEGREES
SD3 = +/- 12.5 & 25 DEGREES
SD4 = +/- 25 DEGREES
Note: The company reserves the right to change specifications without notice.
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BF series
Paddle controllers
SPECIFICATIONS
MECHANICAL
Materials Employed
Weight
Mechanical Operating Angle
Max Load to Mechanism
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–
–
–
Polyetherimide, Polycarbonate, Stainless Steel
50g
+/- 25 Degrees
Vertical: IK08 (BSEN62262:2002)
Horizontal: 75N (16.86lbf)
ELECTRICAL
Gain (Output Voltage Span)
Output at Center
Power Supply
Switch Outputs
Sensor Type
Current Consumption
Loads
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–
–
–
–
–
–
+/-10% x V to +/-50% x V
V/2 +/- (5% x Gain)
5V +/-0.5V Transient free
Open Drain, pulled high within control via 1K5 to 5V,
and smoothed to 0V with 100nF
Hall effect
<20mA
Minimum 10K, preferred 100K+
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ENVIRONMENTAL
Storage
Operating Temperature
Seal Above Panel
EMC Emissions
Life Cycles
ESD
EMC Immunity
Vibration
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
-40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F)
-25°C to 70°C (-13°F to 158°F)
IP67 (Gasket fitted as standard)
Complies with EN 61000-6-3:2001 CISPR 22:2005 Class
B 30MHz - 11GHz
5 million cycles sprung version only. Detents rated to
2 million cycles
Complies with EN61000-4-2 (extended)
+/-8KV (20 contacts) & +/-15KV (20 air discharges)
100V/m, 80MHz-2.7GHz, 1KHz 80% sine wave
modulation, EN 61000-4-3 (extended)
100Hz - 200Hz @ 0.13g²/Hz, total 3.6gRMS (1 Hour in
each of the three mutually perpendicular axes)
All parameters shown are based on a standard configuration and are provided for guidance only.
Please refer to Apem for assistance on how to achieve the best performance from your chosen configuration.
Note: The company reserves the right to change specifications without notice.
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BF series
Paddle controllers
DIMENSIONAL DRAWINGS
GENERAL DIMENSIONS
BF
8 WAY CONNECT OR
2.54 (1.00) PITCH
Ø3.00
(0.12)
24.00
(0.95)
BD
50.00 36.00 33.00
(1.97) (1.42) (1.30)
74.00
(2.91)
50.00
(1.97)
7.50
(0.30)
7.50
(0.30)
34.00
(1.34)
DROP IN MOUNTING - PANEL CUT-OUT & MOUNTING INSTALLATION
The Paddle may be mounted with two different hole patterns:
- Two screws - in line on the Y axis (shown as yellow screws)
- Four screws - one in each corner (shown as silver screws)
1.20
(0.05)
Ø3.20
(0.13)
16.50
(0.65)
18.00
(0.71)
10.50
(0.41)
36.00
(1.42)
21.00
(0.83)
33.00
(1.30)
10.00
(0.39)
12.00
(0.47)
24.00
(0.94)
The Paddle is fitted with M3 bushes in all six positions, as standard.
Fasteners are not supplied as standard. The appropriate length of fastener is dependent on panel thickness.
NOTE: All dimensions in mm/(inch).
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Paddle controllers
MECHANICAL & CONNECTION INFORMATION
MECHANISM
The brand new mechanism design has been developed for strength and long life while retaining a superb feel.
SPRUNG TO CENTER
The lever springs back to the center position when released.
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DETENT POSITIONS
The lever ‘clicks’ into a number of preset positions. The internal switches can be configured to trigger
at two of these points
DETENT POSITIONS WITH SPRUNG TO CENTER
The lever ‘clicks’ into a number of preset positions and springs back to its center position when released.
CONNECTIONS
The Paddle is fitted, as standard, with an industry standard 2.54mm pitch 8 way connector.
CONNECTIONS
PIN
PIN
PIN
PIN
1:
2:
3:
4:
Paddles are supplied with an eight way connector as standard.
5V
Switch 1(+)
0V
1
Analog/PWM output 1
PIN 5: Analog/PWM ouptut 2
PIN 6: 0V
PIN 7: Switch 2 (-)
PIN 8: 5V
PIN 1
BF SERIES OUTPUT CHARACTERISTICS
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40% GAIN DUAL INVERSE OUTPUTS
Switches at 12.5 Degrees
4.5V
4
Switches at 25 Degrees
O utput 1
4.5V
4
O utput 1
Switch 2 On
Switch 2
On
2.5
2
Switch 1
On
2.5
2
Switch 1 On
3
3
Equivalent circuit for the switch output
5V
1
0.5
1
O utput 2
10
12.5
0.5
O utput 2
Degrees Deflection
10
20
25
1k5
175
Ω
-25
-20
-10
-12.5
0
20
25
Degrees D e ection
SWITCH
OUTPUT
10mA
Max
-25
-20
-10
0
Switches at 12.5 Degrees
4.5V
4
Switches at 25 Degrees
O utput 1
O utput 2
4.5V
4
O utput 1
O utput 2
Switch 2 Off
Switch 2
Off
2.5
2
Switch 1
On
2.5
2
1
0.5
1
0.5
Switch 1 On
3
3
-25
-20
-10
-12.5
0
10
12.5
20
25
Degrees D e ection
Degrees Deflection
-25
-20
-10
0
10
20
25
Note: When Dual Output (non-inverted) option is selected the polarity of Switch 2 is inverted
Note: The company reserves the right to change specifications without notice.
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100 nF
125
Ω
6k
Ω
40% GAIN DUAL OUTPUTS