F16 · Industrial Finger Joystick

Compact Control.
More Feedback.

The F16 industrial finger joystick combines contactless Hall sensing, redundant mechanics and a compact single-axis design — with optional vibration and LED indication for applications where space, feedback and reliability matter.

F16 industrial finger joystick
Small Footprint
More control in less space.

Operator interfaces are becoming more compact while the number of functions continues to increase. F16 is designed for installations where panel space is limited but precise, reliable control is still required.

Its compact construction allows multiple finger joysticks to be positioned close together, making F16 particularly suitable for armrests, radio remote controls and compact machine interfaces.

Redundancy is built into both the sensing architecture and the mechanical return system, including two independent springs for increased reliability.

Designed for Compact Interfaces

Small joystick.
Serious capability.

01

Hall Technology

Contactless Hall-effect sensing provides precise position measurement without a conventional mechanical sensing element.

02

Dual Redundancy

Redundancy is built into both the electronics and the mechanics, with two independent return springs for increased reliability.

03

LED Indication

Optional LED illumination can provide clear visual status information directly at the operator control.

04

Haptic Feedback

Optional vibration gives the operator tactile feedback without requiring attention to be moved away from the machine task.

F16 industrial finger joystick
Visual + Haptic Feedback

Feedback where the operator feels it.

F16 can combine the primary control function with direct feedback to the operator. Optional LED illumination provides visual indication, while vibration can provide tactile feedback directly through the joystick.

This creates new possibilities for compact machine interfaces where the control itself can communicate machine status or operating events.

LED Optional integrated illumination
Vibration Optional tactile operator feedback
Redundancy Electrical and mechanical redundancy
Springs Two independent return springs
Mechanical Configuration

Configure how it moves.
And how it returns.

01

Dual Springs

Two independent return springs provide mechanical redundancy within the return system.

02

Spring Return

Automatic return behaviour provides a defined neutral position for proportional machine control.

03

Detent Steps

Mechanical detents can provide clearly defined positions and tactile confirmation to the operator.

04

Locking Options

Locking configurations are available for functions where the selected position should be maintained.

Compact Installation

Designed to work side by side.

The compact F16 format makes it possible to arrange several controls close together when the operator interface requires multiple proportional or selectable functions.

This makes the joystick particularly interesting for compact armrests and handheld or radio remote-control systems.

Axis Single-axis control
Deflection Up to ±30°
Operating Force 3 N ±0.5 N
Protection IP67 above sealing
Weight 22–30 g
Applications

Compact control for demanding machines.

F16 is suited to operator interfaces where space, precise single-axis control, redundancy and configurable mechanical behaviour are important.

Radio Remote Controls
Machine Armrests
Industrial Trucks
Construction Machinery
Agricultural Machinery
Forestry Machinery
Selected Technical Data

Compact outside.
Redundant by design.

Sensor Technology Hall
Axes 1
Supply Voltage 3.3–5 VDC
Resolution 12 bit
Deflection ±30°
Interfaces Analog / SPI / PWM
Spring System Dual Redundant
B10 Life 6M Cycles

Protection up to IP67 above sealing. Technical characteristics depend on the selected configuration. Final specifications should be confirmed for the individual application.

Application Engineering

What should the operator see, feel and control?

Tell us about the required movement, redundancy, mechanical feel, electrical interface and operator feedback. Comtrium can help configure the F16 around your application.

Discuss Your Application
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