Product overviewUtilizing a Generation II infrared optical tracking engine, the X38 contact-less trackball provides accurate cursor control at all speeds on virtually any ball. The solid-state sensing design (no internal moving sensing parts) supports consistent performance with minimal maintenance. A removable top ring is fitted as standard to allow cleaning, decontamination and sterilisation, enabling reliable operation in harsh or sterile environments. The X38 is designed for back-of-panel mounting in OEM keyboards and control consoles and is available with multiple electrical outputs, tracking force options and sealing up to IP68.
Features- Generation II infrared optical tracking (solid-state sensing)
- Sealing up to IP68 for ingress protection
- Electrical outputs: USB & PS/2 (auto-select) and Quadrature option
- Smooth operation in rugged environments
- Multiple top-plate and body configurations
- Custom connector and switch options
- Multiple ball colours available (e.g. Black, Metallic Grey)
- VX3™ integrated zoom feature for scroll-wheel functionality
- External switch connections (USB/PS/2 only)
Typical Applications- Medical systems
- Marine systems and vessels
- Custom and industrial keyboards
- Control consoles and operator panels
- OEM custom solutions
Product configuration / Ordering code (example pattern shown on page)Ordering code pattern: X38 - 7 X 0 2 X X - G (select series and variant keys for sealing rating, output protocol, integrated switches, mounting style, top & body style, ball colour and suffix).
Technical specifications- Tracking technology: Generation II infrared optical tracking engine
- Device type: Contact-less optical trackball (solid-state sensing)
- Sealing: Up to IP68 (Ingress Protection)
- Electrical outputs: USB & PS/2 (auto-select); Quadrature option available
- Switches: Configurable, including option for no switches
- Mounting: Designed for back-of-panel mounting
- Top & body styles: Multiple options (e.g. damper ring, PTFE ball seal, removable retention ring variants)
- Ball colours: Multiple options (examples: Black, Metallic Grey)
- Special features: Removable top ring for cleaning/decontamination/sterilisation; VX3™ zoom for scroll wheel; custom connector options
- Documentation: Quick guides and technical datasheets available for USB and Quadrature outputs