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NS2-KB / NSB2-KB Joystick
NS2-KB / NSB2-KB Joystick
NS2-KB / NSB2-KB Joystick

NS2-KB / NSB2-KB Joystick

One axis, rugged, heavy duty vertical cast masterswitch that is characterized by it's robust construction for step and stepless AC & DC controls. Features a rectangular shaped cast body and popular mounting hole pattern allowing for easy replacement of other manufacturer's master switches.

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  • Versatile design

  • Cast construction, double ball bearing operating shaft

  • Rectangular shaped body

  • Environmentally sealed, field replaceable torsion spring return system

  • 20 Million cycle mechanical operating life

  • Rugged 12mm diameter handle shaft

  • Corrosion resistant components

  • Double pole, field replaceable contacts

  • Applications : For use in steel mills, process lines, foundry cranes, mining shovels, and logging equipment. Widely used on Class E cranes and in-plant process control where duty cycle is continuous.


General Data
# of Axis Single
Output Options Contacts, Potentiometer, Encoder, 4-20mA & Transformer
Joystick Action Spring Return
Handle Travel +/- 40 degrees each axis
Max # of Steps Up to 7-0-7
Handle Compatibility Standard Handles, Push Button, Mechanical Interlock, RH, BH, MG27
Life 20 million cycles
Materials Cast alluminum housing with self lubricating bearings, brass cam shaft, and stainless steel gate.
Est. Shipping Weight 14 lbs.
Est. Shipping Dimensions 24 in. x 12 in. x 12 in.
Electrical Data
Contact Specifications Switch Type:
Double Pole Contact Blocks

Max. Number:
Up to 5 contact blocks (10 circuits)

Max. Switching Capacity:
Making - 160 amps
Breaking - (0.7PF) 240V 160 amps

Rating (AC) NS2-KA:
Continuous 25 amps @ 600V
Resistive 20 amps @ 240V
Inductive 14 amps @ 240V

Rating (DC) NSB2-KB:
Resistive 5 amps @ 250V
Inductive 2 amps @ 250V

Termination: Saddle Clamp
Max. Wire Size: 12 AWG
Mounting Data
Mounting Style Drop-in
Mounting Footprint 6.5" x 6.5"
See literature for additional mounting specifications
Environmental Data
IP Rating IP65
Operating Temperature -4 to +140 degrees F [-20 to +60 degrees C]