JR Merritt

Single-Axis

Merritt PROXL

The PROXL is a heavy-duty, single-axis joystick built for both step and stepless AC/DC control. Designed with a rugged cast body and engineered as a direct replacement for legacy master switches, the PROXL offers durability, easy integration, and adjustability for demanding industrial applications.

Overview

  • The product is highly adjustable to meet a variety of application needs.

  • Parts can be replaced directly in the field, minimizing downtime.

  • Allows for in-field conversion

  • Easy to install in existing systems

  • It serves as a direct swap for competitor joysticks and switches.

  • No extra modifications are needed, thanks to the included conversion plates.

  • It provides a simple upgrade path from older equipment.

  • Maintenance and parts replacement are easier and more efficient.

Axis Options
  • • Single

Output Options
  • • 4-20mA

  • • Contacts

  • • Encoder

  • • Potentiometer

  • • Transformer

Joystick Action
  • • Spring Return

Mounting Style
  • • Drop-in (From Above)

Compatible Handles

Applications

The Pro XL mill duty joystick is utilized in heavy-duty cycle applications where life and durability is essential. Typical applications include:

• Mills & foundries

• Mining vehicles

• Logging machinery

• Process lines

• And More

Specifications

General Data

# of Axis

  • Single

Output Options

Contacts

Potentiometer

Encoder

4-20mA

Transformer

Joystick Action

Spring Return

Handle Travel

20 degrees

30 degrees

36 degrees

40 degrees

Max # of Steps

Up to 7-0-7

Handle Compatibility

Mechanical Interlock, Round Ball, RH, BH, Push Button (MG21)

Life

20 million cycles

Materials

Cast aluminum 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.

Mounting Data

Mounting Style

Drop-in

Mounting Footprint

See literature for additional mounting specifications

Environmental Data

IP Rating

IP56

Operating Temperature

-13 to +158 degrees F [-25 to +70 degrees C]

Storage Temperature

-40 to +158 degrees F [-40 to +70 degrees C]

Electrical Data

Contact Specifications

Contacts:
Double Pole Contact Blocks
Up to 7 contact blocks (20 circuits)

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

AC Rating
Continuous 25 amps @ 600V
Resistive 20 amps @ 240V
Inductive 14 amps @ 240V

DC Rating
Resistive 5 amps @ 250V
Inductive 2 amps @ 250V

Potentiometers:
3-wire 5K

4-wire 10K

Rotary Differential Transformers:

DGO1 - 115/50 VAC

DGO 2 - 220/50 VAC

DGO 3 - 115/30/30 VAC

Additional Specifications

Reference product literature for additional specifications

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