CM Series Metal 1NO+1NO Joystick Spring Return 2 Positions 22 mm Control Unit
The CM101DJ21 brings the same single-axis spring-return joystick control as EMAS's plastic CP101DJ21, but in a metal body built for harsher, higher-wear environments like cranes and heavy plant. The lever self-centres and breaks contact the moment you let go, giving momentary directional control with no risk of it staying engaged — the kind of robust part we're happy to fit on our own equipment.
Fits standard 22mm diameter cutout with simple screw terminal wiring.
Typical Applications:
- Cranes/hoists
- Plant and machinery
- Machine tools
- Wheelchairs/mobility equipment
- Production lines and press equipment
- Arcade games
- Actuators
Technical Details
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between this and the plastic CP101DJ21?
Same electrical spec and function, but this CM series has a metal body for greater durability in harsher, higher-impact environments. Choose the plastic CP version for standard indoor panel use, and this metal version where knocks and rough handling are more likely.
Does the lever stay in position after I move it?
No — it's spring-return, so it centres itself and breaks contact as soon as you release it, giving momentary directional control only.
What contact configuration does it give me?
1NO+1NO — one normally-open contact per direction on a single axis, so each direction of travel can be wired to a separate output.
Is it suitable for washdown or outdoor equipment, and is it good value against a premium brand?
Yes — IP65 rated, protected against dust ingress and low-pressure water jets, and priced below equivalent premium-brand joystick switches while held in UK stock for quick dispatch.
Industry Applications
- Cranes & hoists — durable momentary directional control that self-centres for safety
- Heavy plant & machinery — metal-bodied joystick for harsher operating conditions than plastic can withstand
- Machine tools & press equipment — manual jog control on production equipment