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IM series snap-action pushbutton switches 2012-04-17
With its strong and audible tactile feedback, APEM’s new IM series complements and extends the “I” range of sealed pushbutton switches.
Harsh, noisy environments, including those involving vibrations, make the use of a sealed switch with a confirming “click” imperative. IM responds to those needs. Optionally available with a reduced bezel, the IM series fits into the tightest spaces: farm or military vehicles, crane remote controls, handles, etc.
Distinctive features
- Snap-action mechanism: audible tactile feedback, high voltage rating
- Matching the “I” range design
- Momentary
- Dia. 12 mm bushing, round actuator
- Light plastic case
- 2 bezel diameters (standard 17 mm, reduced 15 mm)
- Sealed to IP67
- Mechanical or low level life: 1 million cycles
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CG series capacitive switches for underlay applications 2012-03-15
Activated by the touch of a finger, CG series switches are designed for mounting under a non-conductive front face (glass or polycarbonate) and are activated though the front face, transforming the inert facial into an active interface.
Available in momentary or latching, they are perfectly adapted for interactive applications (ticketing, access control, advertising tools…).
Distinctive features
- 50 million cycles
- Auto-calibration function
- Easy installation, immediate use
- Under-panel mounting : easily cleaned, robust, sealed
- No panel cut-out needed
- Long life adhesive, resistant to vibrations
- Customisable colours and markings
- Dot illumination option
ES Heavy-duty emergency stop 2012-02-23
APEM is pleased to introduce the ES series, a new emergency stop designed to last. This product is specially designed for heavy-duty applications involving shocks, falls and severe vibrations.
With IK10 impact resistance, IP65 frontal sealing and EN 60947-5-1 certification, this new emergency stop targets high-demanding market: oil industry, leisure parks, food industry, industrial lifts, air-conditioning panels, etc.
Distinctive features
- Metal product with dia. 22 mm bushing (market standard)
- 100.000 cycle mechanical life
- IK10 Impact resistance, no axis deformation even if exposed to major shocks
- Sealed to IP65 by O-ring and membrane
- Lower behind-panel depth
- Locked/unlocked status indicator
- Customisable actuator and bezel (colour, shape, marking)
- Straight PC or solder lug terminals
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 Ergonomic AG Joystick Handle 2012-01-27
The new AG joystick handle is a new type of ergonomic handle for use on an HG active joystick body. It can also be executed as a fixed grip or handle.
Distinctive features:
- The handle has been developed with the use of Pro Engineer Manikin software to create an ergonomic hand grip design as well as the elastomeric keypad on top
- 22 push buttons can be integrated in the elastomeric keypad on top of the handle
- All 22 push buttons are located in a way that they can easily be reached with the thumb
- Also available in fixed grip (without joystick body)
- Options:
o 6Vdc to 30Vdc power supply with integrated voltage regulator
o CANbus output
o Backlighted symbols for the push buttons in the elastomeric keypad
o Customized branding plug: with customers' logo
o Customized elastomeric keypad, (backlighted) symbols on the keys
o Led indicators, integrated in the elastomeric keypad
o Index trigger (for a double function of the push buttons)
o All other options for the HFX IV active body such as the type of limiter, dual decode output, spring tension, discrete board …