Mouser: Amphenol Piher MSX-360 Miniature Joystick Position Sensors

June 24, 2024

Amphenol Piher MSX-360 Miniature Joystick Position Sensors pack pro-grade features into a tiny 14.4mm x 16mm footprint.

Despite a lightweight build, the sensors deliver precise control with a full 360° range with no dead zones, 12-bit resolution for smooth response, and long-lasting durability. Built to resist electromagnetic interference and electrostatic discharge, the MSX-360 position sensors provide reliable operation.

The Amphenol Piher MSX-360 Miniature Joystick Position Sensors are a low-profile and long-life cost-effective alternative to contacting solutions based on printed carbon tracks or potentiometers prone to wear and tear during the lifespan.

FEATURES

  • True, contactless operation
    • Without any gears or mechanical interfaces, the sensor is easily assembled and calibrated
    • Subject to limited wear and tear over the lifetime
  • With ultra-small weight and packaging space, this rotary sensor can be used in even the most space-constrained applications
  • A magnet is securely fastened to the integrated shaft and acts as the only moving component in the sensor
  • 360° absolute position feedback enables endless mechanical rotational angle without a dead band and keeps the position on power loss with programmable electrical angles from 90° to 360°
  • Analog (ratiometric) output protocol
  • Self-diagnostic features
  • IP67 sealing
  • RoHS and REACH compliant

APPLICATIONS

  • HMI interfaces
  • Medical joysticks
  • Industrial joysticks
  • Radio remote controls
  • Throttle controls
  • Lever control arms
  • Valve positions

SPECIFICATIONS

  • Up to 7x million cycles rotational life
  • 360° (endless rotation) mechanical range
  • 5.9mm shaft diameter
  • 1Nm maximum mounting torque
  • ±1.5% absolute linearity
  • 90°, 180º, 270º, and 360° electrical angular range
  • Up to 12-bit resolution
  • 5V ±10% supply voltage
  • 12.6mA typical supply current
  • +20V/-10V voltage protection
  • -40°C to +125°C operating temperature range

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