We offer a broad selection of multicontrol switches, some of which are outlined below, from the major switch suppliers.

JOYSTICK

Avnet Abacus offer a wide range of solutions in the joystick and hand grip product area. Available are products from miniature potentiomeric devices to rugged industrial Hall Effect product. All types are available customised with specific spring tensions, numbers of axes, mounting styles, environmental sealing and integral switches.

MEMBRANE

Switch membranes are one of the most versatile and cost effective human machine interface methods available. They can provide effective sealing to IP67, with up to 50,000,000 operating cycles. Membranes can be styled to complement the finished product with a variety of tactile feedback options.

RUBBER KEYMAT

Rubber keymats are one of the most versatile and cost effective human machine interface methods available. They can be mounted on or behind the panel. Their appearance can be customised through the use of legending, epoxy tops, illumination, specific colours and fine tuning of the webbing to provide the perfect look and feel.

NAVIGATION

Navigation or stick switches are increasing in popularity. Now available in 2 to 8 direction versions with through hole and surface mount options. These devices become ever smaller and versions are now available with a height of 2.3mm.

TRACKBALL

Avnet Abacus offer a variety of trackballs from the compact 8mm device up to 60mm versions. There is the option to backlight the ball in a variety of colours and to add an integral switch or extra buttons.