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The 8000 Series is a family of rugged switch joysticks. Based on the proven mechanics of the 9000

Series, the 8000 Series utilizes high quality microswitches to provide a range of possible outputs,

including the option of progressive switching on a single axis for dual speed control.

One or two axes

Optional center detect

microswitch

Wide range of handle

options

Up to 1AMP operation

Gold plated contacts

Single step or progressive

switching

KEY FEATURES

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8000 series

Ruggedized switch joysticks

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8000 series Ruggedized switch joysticks The 8000 Series is a family of rugged switch joysticks. Based on the proven mechanics of the 9000 Series, the 8000 Series utilizes high quality microswitches to provide a range of possible outputs, including the option of progressive switching on a single axis for dual speed control. KEY FEATURES One or two axes Optional center detect microswitch Wide range of handle options Up to 1AMP operation Gold plated contacts Single step or progressive switching www.apem.
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8000 series Ruggedized switch joysticks OPTION SELECTION SERIES 8 LIMITER SWITCHING 8000 Single Axis, Single Pole A Single Axis 0 Not Supplied 00 None B Single Axis, Double Pole C Cross 4 Circular R.M¹ C Single Axis, Progressive with Detents D Diamond 6 Square D.I² 20 Guided Feel (See note 2) R Round 7 Circular D.I S Square 1. Rear Mounting 2.
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8000 series Ruggedized switch joysticks DIMENSIONAL DRAWINGS - HANDLES 12.70 (0.50) Ø32.00 (1.26) 18.00 (0.70) 35.00 (1.38) 30.00 (1.18) 32.00 (1.26) 47.50 (1.87) 25.00 (0.98) C D E K 15.50 (0.61) MATERIAL FINISH STANDARD COLOR OTHER COLORS NOTES: Phenolic Gloss Black Not Available Aluminum Anodised Black Not Available Nylon Sparked Matt Black Upon Request ABS Sparked Matt Black Not Available Uses APEM IS Switch 22.00 (0.87) 32.00 (1.26) 47.50 (1.87) 46.00 (1.81) 35.00 (1.38) X Q 42.
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8000 series Ruggedized switch joysticks DIMENSIONAL DRAWINGS GENERAL DIMENSIONS POLARITY North 62.00 (2.44) West East South 35.80 (1.41) 4.50 (0.18) 3.20* LEADS EXIT TO THE EAST VIEWED FROM ABOVE 31.00 (1.22) 35.80 (1.41) 40.00 (1.57) 42.00 (1.65) DROP IN MOUNTING - PANEL CUT-OUT & MOUNTING INSTALLATION Ø3.20 x 4 (0.13) Ø41.00 (1.61) 35.80 (1.41) 35.80 (1.41) The joystick is dropped into the panel cut-out. The joystick and boot must be kept in place by bezel (option 6 & 7).
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8000 series Ruggedized switch joysticks MOUNTING INSTALLATION M OUNTING OPTION A - PANEL CUT-OUT & M OUNTING INSTALLATION MOUNTING CUT-OUT Ø3.20 x 4 (0.13 x 4) Ø35.00 (1.38) 35.80 (1.41) 35.80 (1.41) When mounted this way the panel acts as the bezel and no separate bezel is needed. M3 machine screws are recommended. MOUNTING OPTION B - PANEL CUT-OUT & MOUNTING INSTALLATION MOUNTING CUT-OUT Ø3.20 x 4 (0.13 x 4) Ø31.00 (1.22) 35.80 (1.41) 35.80 (1.
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8000 series Ruggedized switch joysticks SWITCHING OPTIONS SINGLE AXIS CONFIGURATIONS SWITCHING OPTION A SW2 N SWITCHING OPTION B SW1 N = Neutral Two switches will actuate as the joystick moves away from center, in either direction. SWITCHING OPTION C SWITCHING OPTION D SW3 N SW1 SW3 'CLICK' SW4 SW1 SW2 N = Neutral One switch will actuate as the joystick moves away from center in either direction.
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8000 series Ruggedized switch joysticks CONFIGURATION OPTIONS MICROSWITCHES The 8000 Series utilizes industrial quality microswitches with changeover contacts. As standard, the switches are rated to a maximum of 1 Amp, and have gold plated contacts for reliable switching at low current levels. Please note when specifying a joystick with a pushbutton handle the characteristics of the pushbutton will be different from the microswitches.