APEM XD Series Joystick | DigiKey Daily

APEM presents their XD series joystick, which is a multi-axis hand grip joystick specifically engineered for demanding vehicle applications. The XD series utilizes non-contacting Hall effect technology to provide up to 10 million operations. The joystick measures just 60 millimeters below panel, yet withstands horizontal loads up to 400 pounds of force. The strength of the XD series has been achieved by utilizing all metal construction along with optimizing the wall thickness and diameter of the joystick’s lever. The series’ handle employs a unibody construction with modular inserts to provide design flexibility. This design approach allows customers to purchase base joysticks which may then be configured as required. This highly-reliable joystick series is ideally suited for off-highway vehicles and machinery.