OverviewCURVE AJQ is a joystick transmitting unit that can house up to 3 multi-axis joysticks. Thanks to AIR Series technology, it is suitable for remote control of overhead cranes, boat trailers, compactor presses, gantry cranes and other industrial applications, in single or multi-unit configurations. CURVE features an FHSS bi-directional radio (870/915 MHz) and an optional customizable 2.8" color TFT LCD graphic display with data feedback providing machine status information.
Accessories- Waist belt
- Removable NiMH or Li‑Ion battery and charger
Actuators- Potentiometer
- Rotary switch
- Toggle switch
- Pull-to-operate toggle switch
- Toggle switch with safety cap
- Side pushbutton
Options and signaling / sensing devices- Cable control (tether cable) — wired connection alternative to radio
- Zero-G sensor — activates on impact, throwing, rolling, fall from >1 m or tilt beyond preset angle
- IR sensor — restricts the operating area of the remote and operator
- 2.8" TFT LCD display (320x240 pixels, 65536 colors) — 16 LEDs, five interaction buttons and optional encoder; suitable for indoor/outdoor use
- 32 LED matrix — 32 diagnostic LEDs with adjustable intensity and NIGHT & DAY mode
- External buzzer — acoustic signaling
- Removable mechanical ignition key — available if portable station lacks Key ID 0-1
Applications (examples)- Overhead cranes
- Cut & press machines
- Mobile boat trolleys / boat haulers
- Gantry cranes
Custom products / Examples of customizationsCustom implementations include adaptations for boat haulers, fire engines and rolling mills.
Technical characteristics / specifications- Power supply: 7.2 V DC (NiMH); 7.4 V DC (Li‑Ion)
- Frequency band: 870 / 915 MHz FHSS
- Hamming distance: ≥9
- Typical range: up to 100 m (330 ft)
- Battery life (continuous use at 20°C/68°F) without display: 24 h (Li‑Ion); 12 h (NiMH)
- Battery life with 2.8" display: 10 h (Li‑Ion)
- Safety STOP performance (EN ISO 13849-1 / EN IEC 62061): up to PL e, SIL 3
- Safety GSS/EMS/ATS performance: up to PL e, SIL 3 (EN ISO 13849-1 / EN IEC 62061)
- Protection degree: IP65 (NEMA 4)
- Operating temperature: -20°C to +55°C (-4°F to +130°F)
- Storage temperature: -40°C to +70°C (-40°F to +158°F)
- Dimensions: 309 x 170 x 182 mm (12.20 x 6.70 x 7.20 in)
- Weight: 2.4 kg (5.3 lb)