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JC025 Single Axis Fingertip Rocker

JC025 Single Axis Fingertip Rocker
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JC025 Single Axis Fingertip Rocker

Product catalog summary
Overview
The document details the Penny+Giles range of finger-operated joystick controllers designed for precise control in industrial applications requiring a Human-Machine Interface (HMI). These joysticks are available in one, two, or three-axis configurations and come in six different models with ergonomic handle styles for proportional control.
Quality Assurance
Penny+Giles is accredited to BS EN ISO9001:2000, ensuring product reliability from design to dispatch.
Ergonomic Design
The joysticks are designed for operator comfort, reducing mental and physical effort. They feature low-profile handles and multi-axis controllers with additional functionalities like push-button switches.
Features and Benefits
  • Potentiometric or Hall effect sensing
  • Single and multi-axis control
  • IP65 minimum protection above the panel
  • Long life and maintenance-free operation
  • Suited for various control functions and demanding environments
Selection Guide
The document provides a selection guide for different joystick models, including JC025, JC030, JC100, JC120, JC400, and JC2000, each with specific features and applications.
Sensing Technologies
  • Potentiometric Sensing: Provides linear output and is versatile, though it has a finite life.
  • Hall Effect Sensing: Offers long life with no contacting parts and compact design, though sensitive to electromagnetic interference.
Safety and Reliability
Joysticks with potentiometer tracks can have additional resistors for safety, and the JC2000 model uses Hall effect sensors with dual independent outputs for failure detection.
Custom Design and Manufacturing
Penny+Giles offers standard modular configurations and can customize designs for OEMs. The joysticks are manufactured using cellular principles for efficient production.
Applications
Typical applications include remote control chest packs, pendant controllers, and control consoles. The document also mentions rugged joystick controllers for demanding applications in off-highway vehicles.
Technical Specifications
The document provides detailed technical specifications for various joystick models, including mechanical performance, environmental conditions, and electrical connections.
JC120 Joystick
  • Design and Features: Available in two lever lengths, sealed to IP66 for extreme environments, compact, and maintenance-free with a lifespan of over five million operations.
  • Mechanical Specifications: Includes breakout force, operating force, maximum allowable force, lever operating angle, and expected life.
  • Environmental Specifications: Operating temperature ranges from -25 to +70°C, with storage temperature from -40 to +85°C.
  • Electrical Specifications: Offers various output voltage ranges and track resistance options, with a supply voltage maximum of 32 Vdc.
  • Installation: Features a standard electronic connector for reduced installation time, with optional neoprene boot for additional protection.
JC400 Joystick
  • Design and Features: Offers proportional fingertip control in up to three axes with ergonomic handles. Includes rotary operated potentiometers or switches for enhanced control system integrity.
  • Mechanical Specifications: Provides options for lever operating force, mechanical angle, and expected life of over five million operations.
  • Environmental Specifications: Operating temperature ranges from -40 to +70°C, with storage temperature from -50 to +85°C.
  • Electrical Specifications: Includes analogue and digital output options, with various track resistance and output voltage ranges.
  • Installation: Designed for flexibility with different mounting flange options and side exit cables to minimize under panel depth.
Handle Options
  • ZA and ZAS Handles: Offer an additional axis of control with self-centering action, providing either analogue output or end-of-travel switching.
  • ZC Handle: Features a convex top for thumb control, with options for 'person present' switch functions to enhance control system integrity.
  • SW Handle: Designed for full grip use, with multiple switch arrays for finger and thumb activation, enhancing control system integrity.
Performance Specifications
  • Mechanical: Includes details on handle rotational torque, mechanical angle, and expected life (up to 1 million operations).
  • Electrical: Covers analogue track resolution, track resistance, and output voltage range. Emphasizes the need for high impedance load in the wiper circuit for optimal conditions.
  • Environmental: Operating temperature range from -25°C to +50°C, with IP65 environmental sealing.
JC2000 Joystick
  • Design: Contactless joystick for precision fingertip control, available in one, two, or three-axis configurations.
  • Applications: Suitable for powered wheelchairs, robotics, medical equipment, and more.
  • Performance: Features include self-centering lever action, high reliability, and a long operational life (up to 15 million operations).
Installation and Safety
  • Installation: Provides panel mounting details and emphasizes the importance of sealing to prevent dust and water ingress.
  • Safety: Recommends using an independent 'system enable' switch for safety-critical functions and ensuring joystick outputs are neutral on power-up.
General Notes
  • Mechanical Loads: Joysticks are robust but should not be subjected to excessive loads beyond specified limits.
  • Modifications: User modifications are discouraged as they invalidate the warranty and may cause damage.
  • Maintenance: Joysticks are fully adjusted and require no user maintenance.
Mounting and Sealing
The finish of the mounting surface is crucial for an adequate seal. Avoid rough surfaces, paint chips, and deep scratches. The joystick should not be used if the rubber gaiter is perforated. Ensure the joystick can breathe freely below the mounting surface, protected from dust and water spray. In control boxes, allow breathing at the lowest point, possibly using a waterproof breather if exposed to water spray.
Mounting Options
The JC2000 can be mounted from under the panel by discarding the trim plate and sealing gasket, compressing the gaiter base against the panel. This reduces lever height but requires more space below the panel.
Dual Outputs - X and XY Versions
Each axis has two outputs that should be continuously compared to ensure differences do not exceed specified limits. Machine movement should only be enabled when both outputs exceed the center threshold voltage plus a safety margin. Outputs should remain within specified span limits; otherwise, they are erroneous. Add high-value pull-up or pull-down resistances to outputs to handle wire or connector failures.
Dual Output Sense (Direction)
Dual outputs can be configured as same-ramp or opposite-ramp. In same-ramp, outputs are directly compared; in opposite-ramp, their sum should equal the applied voltage.
Center Tap
A center tap verifies supply voltage integrity. Normal output is 49% to 51% of supply voltage. Deviations indicate a supply fault.
Single Outputs - XYZ Only
For safety-critical functions, an independent momentary action system enable switch is required.
Output Impedance
Outputs are specified with infinite load impedance. Finite load impedance affects current through output impedance, impacting system threshold voltages.
Output Noise
Hall effect sensors introduce electrical noise, typically 20mV peak to peak, which can be filtered out.
Magnetic Immunity
Magnetic screening minimizes sensitivity to external fields, but proximity to high magnetic fields is not recommended.
Applied Voltages
Operates from a regulated 5Vdc ±0.5V supply. Do not exceed 5.5V. Outputs are ratiometric, dependent on input voltage.
Contact Information
Penny & Giles provides contact details for offices in the UK, USA, and Germany.
Disclaimer
Information is for guidance only. No warranty on product fitness or suitability is provided. Customers should verify performance requirements and product suitability for specific applications.
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JOYSTICK CONTROLLERS Innovation In Motion FINGER OPERATED

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INNOVATION IN MOTION The Penny+Giles range of finger operated joystick controllers have been developed for the smooth, precise control of critical functions in a variety of industrial applications where a Human-Machine Interface (HMI) is required. Available in one, two or three axis configurations, the finger operated range has a choice of six different models, with ergonomic handle styles to enable superb proportional control. Each model has a range of selectable options for the most comprehensive matching of the joystick to your application. Features • Potentiometeric or Hall effect sensing...

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J OY S T I C K C O N T R O L L E R S F I N G E R O P E R AT E D Innovative design The Penny+Giles joystick range are displacement joysticks that provide electrical signals in direct proportion to the movement of the lever. Two different types of sensing technology are utilised in the finger operated controller range. The JC025, JC030, JC100, JC120 and JC400 models use long life potentiometer tracks with directional/center switching, and the JC2000 model uses non-contact Hall effect sensors. Potentiometric sensing Designed to interface with an electronic controller, the long-life potentiometer...

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J OY S T I C K C O N T R O L L E R S F I N G E R O P E R AT E D Total reliability By using design innovation, careful materials selection and extensive real-life applications knowledge, Penny+Giles engineers have developed a range of joystick controllers that require no maintenance throughout an expected working life of greater than five million operations (fifteen million operations for the JC2000). We also fit standard electronic connectors to the majority of our joysticks to help reduce both your installation time and the potential for wiring errors during your manufacturing process. Safety...

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RUGGED JOYSTICK CONTROLLERS HAND OPERATED Penny+Giles can also supply a range of hand operated joystick controllers for demanding operator control applications in off-highway vehicles and other Human-Machine Interfaces where ultimate strength, reliability and handle functionality are important. PLEASE SEE OUR SEPARATE BROCHURES ON THE JC150 AND JC6000 MODELS Typical operator controls on •Aerial lifts, hoists and cranes •Loaders, excavators and dozers •Tractors and harvesters •Telehandlers •Forklifts

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J C 0 2 5 AND J C 0 3 0 SINGLE AXIS ROCKER Developed for applications where compact size and minimal above panel height is paramount, the JC025 and JC030 rockers are very low profile whilst still providing precise fingertip control in one axis. The use of these rockers in a control panel allows designers to develop very low profile assemblies whilst still maintaining the functionality of a much larger single axis joystick. These rockers have been designed for maintenance-free operation throughout an operating life of greater than five million operations. Typical applications include remote control...

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DIMENSIONS AND MOUNTING OPTIONS No option on rocker profile for JC030 JC025 It is recommended that the JC025 is fitted from the back of the mounting panel using four M3 x 6mm female, self-clinching stand-offs (e.g. PEM ref. CSS M3-6) fitted to the back of the panel at opposite positions. The stand-offs are used in conjunction with four M3 x 6mm pan head screws. The panel cut-out and centers for the stand-offs are as shown in the panel mounting detail below. Standard rocker profile Panel mounting details Standoff position Standoff position The recommended panel thickness is 3mm. The O ring supplied...

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JC100 SINGLE AXIS JOYSTICK Developed for applications where ergonomics and system integrity are paramount, the JC100 is a compact, low profile joystick that provides smooth, precise fingertip control in one axis. The JC100 is sealed to IP66 to enable it to operate in extreme environments. With all the components contained within the handle, and standing only 70mm high, it is ideal for mounting in low profile panels and arm rests. Installation time has been reduced through the use of a standard electronic connector, and the joystick has been designed for maintenance-free operation throughout its...

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ORDERING CODES DIMENSIONS AND MOUNTING OPTIONS 0-100% output voltage range, 4k 10-90% output voltage range, 5k 25-75% output voltage range, 5k JC100 It is recommended that the JC100 joystick is fitted from the top of the mounting panel using four M3 screws (not supplied). The panel cut-out and centers for the screw positions are as shown in the panel mounting detail below. 4 holes to suit M3 screws Mating connector fitted (max) GFEDCBA Note: Connector offset to allow pin identification Panel mounting details ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS Connection FCI DUBOXTM 7 way male connector (76382-307) Mating...

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JC120 SINGLE AXIS JOYSTICK Developed for applications where ergonomics and system integrity are paramount, the JC120 is a minimum width, low profile joystick that provides smooth, precise fingertip control in one axis with a choice of two lever lengths. The JC120 is sealed to IP66 to enable it to operate in extreme environments. Standing only 54 or 64mm high, the JC120 is less susceptible to unintentional operation. With all of the components contained within the handle, it is ideal for mounting in low profile panels and arm rests. Installation time has been reduced through the use of a standard...

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ORDERING CODES Short handle 0-100% output voltage range, 4k with boot fitted 10-90% output voltage range, 5k with boot fitted 25-75% output voltage range, 5k with boot fitted Long handle 0-100% output voltage range, 4k 10-90% output voltage range, 5k 25-75% output voltage range, 5k Long handle 0-100% output voltage range, 4k JC120-0007 With lever return to backward position Ask for full specification details Mating connector With 0.5m flyleads Neoprene boot For short handle version only Common view Common view from underneath from underneath Long handle Short handle Joystick fited with 2 x M3...

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