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90JA Industrial joystick

Robust industrial joystick available in 1-, 2-, or 3-axis configurations with externally mounted potentiometers. Designed for precise and reliable machine control in demanding environments.


Key features

  • 1D, 2D or 3D control options
  • Conductive plastic potentiometers
  • Up to 5 million operating cycles
  • Optional spring return to center
  • Designed for harsh industrial use

Performance highlights

The 90JA industrial joystick is engineered for precise, smooth, and stable manual control in industrial machinery and control systems. The externally mounted conductive plastic potentiometers ensure high signal stability and virtually infinite resolution.

In the 2-axis version, the operating angle is approximately ±22° to ±26° per axis. The optional 3-axis configuration includes a Z-axis via a rotating knob, offering an operating angle of approximately ±45° to ±50°.

Usage conditions

The 90JA is designed for demanding industrial environments. It withstands vibration and shock and operates reliably within a temperature range of -20 °C to +65 °C. The robust mechanical construction ensures a service life of approximately 5 million operations.

For outdoor applications, the 90JA series is recommended.

Possible applications

  • Construction and agricultural machinery
  • Industrial control panels
  • Material handling equipment
  • Special vehicles and mobile machinery
  • Test benches and operator consoles

Advantages of the 90JA

The modular configuration allows engineers to select the required number of axes, potentiometers, and switches according to application needs. Its long mechanical lifetime reduces maintenance intervals and increases operational reliability in critical systems.

Other important features

  • Potentiometer resistance: 10 kΩ ±15%
  • Linearity tolerance: ±3%
  • Shock resistance: 294 m/s²
  • Vibration resistance: 10–55 Hz
  • Optional push-button or rocker switch
  • Mounting accessories and rubber boot available

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Technical Specifications

Specification Value
Coordinate types 1D, 2D, 3D
Operating angle (2D) Approx. ±22° to ±26°
Operating angle (3D Z-axis) Approx. ±45° to ±50°
Operating force X/Y Approx. 2–12 N
Operating force Z Approx. 20–85 mN·m
Potentiometer resistance 10 kΩ ±15%
Potentiometer power rating 0.2 W (0.3 W for Z-axis)
Linearity tolerance ±3%
Operating temperature -20 °C to +65 °C
Shock resistance 294 m/s²
Vibration resistance 10–55 Hz, 98 m/s²
Life expectancy Approx. 5,000,000 operations
Mass (2D) Approx. 650 g
Mass (3D) Approx. 750 g

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