New CANopen and analogue Sure Grip Controls JSC Joystick Base
Sure Grip Controls Inc., has announced the addition of CANopen and analogue models to their award-winning JSC Joystick Base product line.
Added to the existing SAE J1939 model, the new CANopen and analogue models expand the integration options for mobile equipment manufacturers.
CANopen JSC Joystick Base: A Step Forward in Digital Integration
CANopen is a CAN based communication protocol and alternative to the industry recognized SAE J1939. CANopen was first developed for industrial automation. Because of this, CANopen has established support for electric drivers and 3-phase motors which are becoming increasingly common as mobile equipment goes electric.
Analog JSC Joystick Base: Building on Reliable Foundations
The analogue version of the JSC Joystick Base emphasizes dependable and direct control without the need for a controller or CAN network, a feature that many in the mobile equipment industry continue to value for its cost savings on simpler equipment.
JSC Joystick Base: Features and Benefits
All JSC joystick base models from the JSC Series offer:
- Long life – tested to 5 million cycles (or 20 million operations)
- Full IP69K sealing – protects the base from dust, high pressure and high temperature water to reduce equipment downtime
- Chemical, salt and UV resistance – provides durability in harsh environments
“With the introduction of the JSC Joystick Base, our goal was to provide comprehensive control solutions that cater to both digital and traditional operational needs,” said Mark Vandersluis, Director of Product Management at Bailey’s Electronics Business Unit. “Our customers love the features of our JSC Joystick Base. They requested we add CANopen and analog versions so they can use the base in more of their equipment.
“ We believe these new models will help our customers meet the needs of equipment operators.”
