Often described as an oversized VNSO, the VNS2 multi-axis joystick offers the maximum in ruggedness and versatility. The VNS2 provides step and stepless control for AC & DC variable speed applications, and feature contact drives that can be configured to fit into the available panel space.
Inquire nowEnvironmentally sealed
Dual compression spring return for handle centering (maintained and friction brake also available)
Detents up to 7-0-7 steps
Proportional control with custom first point and high speed detents
| General Data | |
| # of Axis | Single, Dual or Three* *Third axis is achieved via a twist handle function or thumbwheel. |
| Output Options | Contacts, Potentiometer, Encoder, 4-20mA & Transformer |
| Joystick Action | Spring Return, Friction Brake or Maintained |
| Handle Travel | +/- 40 degrees each axis |
| Gate | Open or Cross |
| Max # of Steps | Up to 7-0-7 |
| Handle Compatibility | Standard Handles, Mechanical Interlock, FG-3, FG-4, FG-5, RH, RHS, BH, MG1, MG2, MG13, MG9 / MG25, MG27, G56 |
| Life | 20 million cycles |
| Materials | Aluminum body and nickel chronium yoke. |
| Est. Shipping Weight | 1 Axis: 17 lbs. 2-Axis: 21 lbs. |
| Est. Shipping Dimensions | 1-Axis: 24 in. x 12 in. x 12 in. 2-Axis: 18 in. x 18 in. x 16 in. |
| Electrical Data | |
| Contact Specifications | Switch Type: Double Pole Contact Blocks Max. Number: Up to 10 contact blocks (20 circuits) per axis Max. Switching Capacity: Making - 160 amps Breaking - (0.7PF) 240V 160 amps Rating (AC) VNS2: Continuous 25 amps @ 600V Resistive 20 amps @ 240V Inductive 14 amps @ 240V Rating (DC) VNSB2: Resistive 5 amps @ 250V Inductive 2 amps @ 250V Termination: Saddle Clamp Max. Wire Size: 12 AWG |
| Applications |
| The VNS2 series of joysticks are typically used where duty cycle is extremely high or continuous. Typical applications include: • DC Cranes • Steel mill machinery • In-plant process control • Logging equipment • And more |
| Mounting Data | |
| Mounting Style | Panel (from below) |
| Mounting Footprint | 5.67" x 5.67" See literature for additional mounting specifications |
| Environmental Data | |
| IP Rating | IP54 |
| Operating Temperature | -13 to +158 degrees F [-25 to +70 degrees C] |