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New CJ joystick 2012-01-31
The new CJ joystick is a completely new type of joystick.
Distinctive features:
- The CJ Series joystick features an ergonomic multifunction handle purposely designed for safety critical hand-operated applications. Available as a one or two axes joystick, the CJ Series utilizes non-contacting Hall effect technology for over 10 million operations. The CJ Series features an industry common mounting cutout and hole pattern, allowing it to easily replace early generation third-party multifunction joysticks in existing OEM applications.
- Environmentally sealed up to IP68 for protection against the ingress of dust and liquids.
- Also available as a fixed grip or handle (without joystick body)
- Options:
o 6Vdc to 30Vdc power supply with integrated voltage regulator
o CANbus or USB output
o Index trigger (dead man handle)
o Proximity sensor
o All possible other options such as the type of limiter, dual decode output, spring tension, discrete board …
New sealed pushbutton switches: IQ, IC and IL series 2012-01-20
APEM extends the “I” range with new sealed pushbutton switches engineered for demanding requirements and featuring the same superior tactile feedback.
IQ series - Dia.
. Extremely visible and accessible
. Momentary or latching
. Illuminated or not
. Square or round actuator
. Wide choice of actuator and illumination colours
. Sealed to IP67
IC series - Short case for reduced behind-panel depth
. For tight space requirements
. Momentary
. Metal bushing
. Square or round actuator
. Sealed to IP67
IL series - Long threaded bushing for thick panels
. For panels from
. Momentary
. Illuminated or not
. Round actuator
. Sealed to IP67
IQ series PDF catalogue
IC series PDF catalogue
Customizable Ergonomic Remote Controls for Harsh Environments 2011-12-21
APEM introduces a customizable ergonomic remote control for harsh environments.
These products are ideal for use in harsh environments, such as tractors, buses, trucks, cranes and machinery.
Key benefits/features:
- Standard or custom keypad with stainless steel keys, integrated into an ergonomic enclosure
- Round and square keys
- Standard or custom key configuration
- Integrated APEM switches and joysticks
- Stainless steel front plate
or
Customized polyester overlay
- IP65 sealed to water and dust
- Shock protected
Options:
- Integrated CANbus interface
- Backlighting of the keys (red, green, yellow, blue, white)
- Custom key markings
- Logo and customizable lay-out at the front side
- Knurled cable with connector
Panel sealed 1TS/1US/1VS 2011-11-24
The sealing are 1TW for 1TS, 1UW for 1US and 1VW for 1VS. They are black and made of silicone. Caps with the sealings are mounted on Multimec 5G series switches.
The solution is excellent for rough environment, designed for outdoor, dusty and humid applications. The 1TW and 1UW provide IP67, and the 1VW provides IP65 sealing from the front panel.
For more information see the product page and/or the brochure.
MP series 2-step pushbutton switches 2011-10-17
APEM MP Series 2-step pushbutton switches take remote control to a new level of safety. These pushbuttons are SIL2 according to the IEC 61508 standard, with redundant optical contacts for fail-safe security in the harshest environments.
MP switches are intended for applications in demanding environments including nuclear, industrial, medical, testing and mining equipment, agriculture and forestry.
Key benefits/features
- Heightened security for employees, equipment and facilities (SIL2)
- Reduced mounting time due to integrated PCB
- Tactile feedback (audible click)
- Long lived, more than 1 million cycle mechanical life
- Sealed to IP68 : dust tight and protected against immersion
- Fast, no-hassle cap replacement