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BF series

Paddle Control

Hall effect joystick and

switch function

Sculpted ergonomic design

Next generation of hall effect

technology

5V operation - dual redundant

outputs as standard

IP67 sealed

Sprung and detent lever

options

Available with colour-coded

inserts

EMC & Magnetically shielded

- analogue or PWM outputs

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

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 analogue, 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

Summary of content (8 pages)

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BF series Paddle Control A GENERAL DESCRIPTION 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 analogue, 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.
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BF series Paddle Control PRODUCT DESCRIPTION As well as all of the features you would expect from the very latest in joystick technology, the innovative design of the BF Series Paddle introduces a number of new functions and product features: TWO LEVER HEIGHT VARIANTS A EFFECTIVELY ZERO BELOW PANEL DEPTH ERGONOMIC DESIGN COMBINES CONTACTLESS JOYSTICK AND SWITCH FUNCTIONS IN ONE CONTROL TWO HALL EFFECT SWITCHES WITH SELECTABLE SWITCHING POINTS TWO INDEPENDENT ANALOGUE OUTPUTS WITH A RANGE OF GAIN OPTIONS
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BF Series Paddle Control CONFIGURATIONS & OUTPUTS OUTPUT OPTIONS The BF Series Paddle is configured as two “electrical” controls in one mechanical package. The Paddle operates from 5V and provides two proportional outputs. The second output is accurate to the first within +/-3% of the power supply. The power supply for the secondary output is also completely independent. Customers may choose their preference of voltage outputs (gains).
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BF Series Paddle Control MECHANICAL & CONNECTION INFORMATION MECHANISM The brand new mechanism design has been developed for strength and long life whilst retaining a superb feel. SPRUNG TO CENTRE The lever springs back to the centre position when released. DETENT POSITIONS The lever ‘clicks’ into a number of preset positions. The internal switches can be configured to trigger at two of these points.
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BF Series Paddle Control PRODUCT SPECIFICATION TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION 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. ELECTRICAL Gain (Output Voltage Span): +/-10% x V to A +/-50% x V Output at Centre: V/2 +/- (5% x Gain) ENVIRONMENTAL Power Supply: 5V +/-0.
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BF Series Paddle Control PRODUCT OPTIONS STANDARD OPTION SELECTION To specify your BF Series Paddle, simply choose one option from each column. An example is shown below.
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BF Series Paddle Control USEFUL DIMENSIONS GENERAL DIMENSIONS BF 8 WAY CONNECT OR 2.54m m PITCH 24.00 mm 7.50 mm 50.00 mm 74.00 mm BD 33.00 mm 36.00 mm 50.00 mm A 7.50 mm Ø3.00 34.00 mm The Paddle may be mounted with two different hole patterns: Ø 3. 20 DROP IN MOUNTING - PANEL CUT-OUT & MOUNTING INSTALLATION 1.20 33.00 mm 16.50 21.00 10.50 36.00 mm 18.00 mm Two screws - in line on the Y axis (shown as yellow screws) Four screws - one in each corner (shown as silver screws) 10.00 12.
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BF Series Paddle Control APPLICATION DETAILS POWER SUPPLY The BF Series is designed to be powered by a regulated 5V+/- 0.5V power supply. The outputs are ratiometric, making a stable, noise free, power supply essential. The power supply to the joystick should be carefully regulated to be within tolerance. Should the power supply change outside of the specified tolerances, permanent damage may occur. A +/- 40% (+1.5) 4.0 (+1.5) 4.0 (+1.5) 4.0 (+1.5) 4.0 (+1.5) 4.0 (+0.5) 3.0 (0.0) 2.5 (-0.5) 2.