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C5 series Single-axis joystick

Compact fingertip joystick for precise single-axis control in industrial panels, remote controllers and armrest boxes. Designed with non-contact Hall effect technology for long life, reliable output and harsh-environment use.


Key features

  • Fingertip-operated ergonomic design
  • Non-contact Hall effect technology
  • IP67 electronic protection
  • ±30° travel angle
  • Up to 5 million mechanical cycles
  • Multiple output and paddle color options

Performance highlights

The C5 Series single-axis joystick is a compact Hall effect joystick for reliable proportional control in industrial environments. Its non-contact sensing principle reduces mechanical wear, supporting a long service life of more than 5 million cycles without lock function and more than 2 million cycles with lock function.

Usage conditions

The joystick is designed for severe environments, with IP67 protection for the electronic part and an operating temperature range from -40°C to +85°C. It is suitable for demanding control systems where compact installation, repeatable output and long-term reliability are important.

Possible applications

  • Industrial remote controllers
  • Control panels
  • Armrest boxes
  • Mobile machinery controls
  • Operator interface systems

Advantages of choosing this product

The C5 Series offers engineers flexible configuration options, including spring return, end feel points or end lock, light or heavy operating force, multiple voltage outputs, redundant output versions, two mounting styles and five paddle colors. This makes it easy to adapt the joystick to existing control designs.

Other important features

  • 5 VDC, 3.3 VDC and 9–32 VDC versions
  • Ratiometric and redundant output options
  • M1 or M2 mechanical mounting
  • Cable or connector wiring
  • Approx. 40 g product weight

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Technical Specifications

Specification Value
Travel angle ±30°
Operating force, spring return 1.8–2.8 N light feel / 4.0–5.0 N heavy feel
Operating force, end feel point 1.0–3.0 N light feel / 3.0–4.5 N heavy feel
Operating force, end lock 1.8–5.5 N light feel / 4.0–7.5 N heavy feel
Max. allowable operating force 150 N
Mechanical life >5 million cycles without lock function / >2 million cycles with lock function
Product weight Approx. 40 g
Supply voltage 5.0 ±0.5 VDC or 9–32 VDC
Power current consumption <11 mA per channel
Center voltage 2.5 V ±4% Vs
Output linearity voltage tolerance ±3%
Maximum overload voltage 20 VDC
Maximum reverse voltage -10 VDC
Load resistance 10 KΩ
Operating temperature -40°C to +85°C
Storage temperature -40°C to +85°C
Protection class IP ratings may vary from model to model; consult sales staff
EMC EN IEC 6100-6-4-2019, 30 MHz–1 GHz / EN IEC 6100-6-2-2019, 80 MHz–6 GHz
Impact IEC60068-2-27, 50 g, 11 ms, 3 times/direction impact, in total 6 directions
Vibration IEC60068-2-64, random vibration, 0.13 gn, 100 Hz–200 Hz, each axis lasts for one hour
Electrical connection, red 5 VDC: ---- / 9–32 V: VCC
Electrical connection, orange 5 VDC: VCC / 9–32 V: Retain
Electrical connection, black GND / GND
Electrical connection, blue A-out / A-out
Electrical connection, yellow B-out / B-out

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