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Complete Line of Switches, Grips & Joysticks

Complete Line of Switches, Grips & Joysticks

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Overview: OTTO Engineering's Catalog 111 offers a detailed overview of their product line, including switches, grips, and joysticks, designed for demanding applications such as forklifts and space shuttles. Established in 1961, OTTO is known for precision and innovation.

Manufacturing Capabilities: OTTO is a vertically integrated manufacturer with capabilities in injection molding, CNC machining, and assembly. They utilize advanced software for virtual and rapid prototyping.

Quality Assurance: OTTO's quality management system is certified with ISO 9001:2000 and AS9100B. Their test labs provide comprehensive environmental, mechanical, and electrical testing.

Customer Service: OTTO offers exceptional customer service through technical support and a network of authorized distributors.

Product Sections:

Basic Switches: Includes subminiature and lever options.
Grips: Aerospace, military, and heavy equipment grips.
Hall Effect Technology: Foot pedals, pushbuttons, and thumbwheels with linear outputs.
Joysticks: Various models including Hall effect joysticks.
Limit Switches: Sealed and subminiature options.
Pushbutton Switches: Momentary, illuminated, and vandal-resistant options.
Rocker and Rotary Switches: Sealed and illuminated options.
Toggle Switches: Sealed and unsealed models.
Transducers: Short travel transducers.

Additional Information: Includes a glossary, military part number cross-reference, and appendix with standard legends and button styles.

Switch Terminology and Specifications: The document provides a glossary of switch terms, configurations, ratings, and a selection guide for choosing the appropriate switch based on requirements.

Key Features and Considerations:

Durability: High mechanical life, often exceeding 1 million cycles.
Environmental Protection: Sealing options for dust and water protection.
Compliance and Standards: Compliance with UL and CSA standards.
Customization: Options for terminal styles, operating forces, and contact materials.

Conclusion: The document is a valuable resource for understanding switch terminology and specifications, aiding in the selection and application of switches in technical and industrial contexts.

Specifications and Ordering Information: Detailed specifications for OTTO's basic switches, including B1-5, B2, B2-5, B3, and B5 series, designed for commercial and military applications.

Materials: Switches are constructed with thermoset cases, thermoplastic buttons, and brass terminals with silver or gold plating.

Control Grips: OTTO offers control grips for military and aerospace applications, including modular and customizable options.

Hall Effect Technology: Includes foot pedals, pushbuttons, and thumbwheels with long life and environmental sealing.

Environmental and Material Standards: Products are designed to withstand vibration, sand/dust, and EMI/RFI interference.

Communication Protocols: Support for CANopen® and J1939 protocols for integration with control systems.

Mounting and Sealing Components: Specifications for bushings, gaskets, connectors, and switches used in mounting and sealing applications.

Connector and Cable Options: Various connector and cable options with different diameters and pull strengths.

Pushbutton Switches: Detailed specifications for P1 and P3 series pushbutton switches, designed for military and commercial applications.

Toggle Switches: Various toggle switch configurations, including military-compliant options.

Cross Reference: Comprehensive cross-reference between military and OTTO part numbers.

Complete Line of Switches, Grips & Joysticks

Complete Line of Switches, Grips & Joysticks

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