The Gimbal Joystick is a two-axis human input device useful for sending continuously-variable settings, such as position, direction, or throttle values, to a connected microcontroller.
The joystick has a spring return on one axis to keep it centered, and adjustable tension on the other axis for a customized action and feel. It interfaces readily with analog-to-digital converters as well as simple RC timing circuits.
Key Features:
- 5 k-ohm linear-taper potentiometer on each axis provides even resistance transitions without skips
- Smooth action on both axes make for jitter-free operation
- Spring return-to-center on vertical axis for rudder-type or throttle-type inputs
- Friction on vertical axis to hold joystick in place when not being manually held
- Tension adjustment screws
Product Change Notice: As of July 2022, the Gimbal Joystick no longer features detents and cable. This stock code no longer ships with an adapter kit, which is not necessary to use the Gimbal Joystick.
Application Ideas:
- Game controller
- Remote control for robotics
- Manual control for interactive displays
- Power Requirements: Passive device; will work with any low-voltage supply
- Interface: Resistive or voltage divider output
- Dimensions: 6 x 6.5 x 6.5 cm
