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HRC series Hall effect rotary controller joystick

Compact Hall effect rotary controller joystick for reliable speed and function control in heavy-duty machinery panels, armrests and operator consoles.


Key features

  • Non-contact Hall effect sensing
  • ±140° or 280° rotation angle
  • Optional redundant output
  • 5 Vdc or 9–32 Vdc supply
  • 5 million mechanical cycles
  • EMC resistance 100 V/m

Performance highlights

The HRC series Hall effect rotary controller joystick provides precise rotary control for demanding mobile machinery and industrial operator interfaces. Its non-contact Hall effect sensor technology supports high reliability, stable signal feedback and a long mechanical lifetime of more than 5 million cycles.

Usage conditions

The controller is designed for harsh environments with an operating temperature range from -40°C to +85°C. It can be supplied with 5 Vdc or 9–32 Vdc and is available with optional redundant output for safety-focused control systems.

Possible applications

  • Velocity control in construction machinery
  • Control panels for road machinery
  • Operator panels for oil machinery
  • Armrest control boxes for mining machinery
  • Heavy-duty human-machine interfaces

Advantages of choosing this product

The HRC series combines a compact rotary format with friction positioning, strong tactile feedback and configurable electrical outputs. This makes it suitable for engineers who need robust manual control with long-life, non-contact sensing.

Other important features

  • Dual direction or unidirectional operation
  • Friction positioning
  • Strong center or end-position feel
  • Optional Ø52 mm or Ø66 mm rotating wheel
  • Cable or terminal block wiring

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Technical Specifications

Specification Value
Rotation angle ±140° dual direction operation, customized; 280° unidirectional operation, customized
Breakout force 0.63 ±0.15 N·m
Operating force 0.1 ±0.05 N·m
Maximum allowable force 120 N
Mechanical life >5 million cycles
Product weight 350 g
Supply voltage 5.0 ±0.5 Vdc or 9–32 Vdc
Power current consumption <11 mA per channel
Center voltage 2.5 V ±0.1 V
Output linearity voltage tolerance ±3%
Maximum overload voltage 20 Vdc
Maximum reverse voltage -10 Vdc
Load resistance >10 kΩ
Insulation resistance >1000 MΩ
EMC 100 V/m
Operating temperature -40°C to +85°C
Operating temperature -40°C~+85°C
Storage temperature -40°C~+85°C