MAGTRACK™ Trackball

Ultra MSI’s revolutionary MAGTRACK™ trackball has the ability to be completely submersible. Its non-contact magneto-resistive sensors and PCBs are fully encapsulated in a waterproof resin to ensure that the unit is fluid-proof. What makes MAGTRACK™ different from competing trackball products is the fact that it utilizes encapsulated magnets and electronics in place of encoders. Also, there are no foam drive units to get worn.

MAGTRACK™ can be used in commercial and military applications that encounter wet environments such as construction vehicles, amphibious vehicles and naval vessels. It is ideal for commercial or industrial applications where fluids like coffee, liquid cleaners or other types of liquids can infiltrate existing electronic controls.

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Model 615 | 1.5 Inch Trackball

This trackball is offered in both a military and industrial version in order to provide a quality input device for applications where panel space is at a minimum. A unique ball suspension design results in smooth motion with no preferred direction, as well as a much higher ball surface exposure than many larger trackballs. TTL quadrature and serial outputs are available.

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Model 621 | 1.5 Inch Trackball

This low profile model features a 1.5 inch diameter ball in a 3 inch square housing and a very shallow behind-the-panel depth of .750 inches. It provides a solution to those applications that have space restrictions. A cable with connector is provided.

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Model 622 | 2 Inch Trackball

A 15 pin pendant connector with 10 inch cable is standard. Power required is +5 VDC at 170 mA maximum. Standard colors are: black ball, pilot ring and case with a white Teflon seal around the ball. Measures 3.5 inches square by 2 inches deep.

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Model 625 | 2.5 Inch Trackball

This rugged, all metal chassis trackball offers the advantages of a large ball in a package that requires only two inches of below-panel space. Our ball suspension design provides a smooth motion in all directions and an increase in ball surface exposure for superior control. Output options are TTL quadrature and serial (RS232 or RS422) in a variety of formats.

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Model 625 | 2.5 Inch Trackball with Switches

This popular version of the Model 626 trackball offers up to three switches in three colors. Both commercial and military grade lighted switches can be provided in either momentary or alternate action types.

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Model 626 | 3 Inch Trackball

A 15 pin pendant connector with 10" cable is standard. Power required is ±15 VDC at 170 mA maximum. Standard colors are: black ball, white Teflon seal and grey pilot ring. Measures 4.5" square by 2.3" deep. An analog output version is available in addition to square wave, pulse output and serial types.

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Model 626 | 3 Inch Trackball with Switches

This trackball includes a heavy duty metal chassis and 3" ball with Teflon sealing ring identical to the standard Model 626. An added feature incorporates up to three momentary or alternate action switches. Both military and commercial versions are available.

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Model 636 | 3 Inch Trackball

This three axis control provides a third output proportional to the theta or rotational motion in addition to the normal X and Y components of ball motion. This model uses a 3" ball and is available with a choice of output options.

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1964 > MSI designs the first miniature piezoresistive joystick, followed quickly by the development of the inductive and force type joysticks.

1970 > Company core competency becomes grips, hand controls, optical encoders and trackballs for tracking and positioning systems. Products range from medical devices and traffic control to industrial processes and military applications.

1996 > MSI acquired by Ultra Electronics, worldwide specialists in electronic systems for aircraft, naval vessels, armored vehicles, airports and transport systems.

1998 > Secures U.S. patent for Hall Effect technology.

2003 > Fields industry's first sense of touch HAPTICS technology.

2004 > Receives U.S. patent for MAGTRACK™, a positioning indicating device for harsh environments.

2004 > Develops Hall Effect miniature joysticks.

2006 > Introduces the FMCU™, the first ruggedized gaming style controller for military applications.

2007 > Patents the industry’s first Reconfigurable Control (RCC™) which enables quick replacement of grips on hand control units.