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Red arcade joystick with 35mm ball top and 5-pin microswitch base

Magik Costumes

Magik Costumes 5Pin 4/8 Way Joystick Red 35mm ball

SKU CH-PT1P-JQ5EG

Red 35 mm ball-top joystick with spring return-to-centre, switchable 4- or 8-way gate and microswitches rated for 1,000,000 cycles

  • Product colorRed
  • 35 mm ball for comfortable grip
  • Spring return-to-centre for precise control
  • Switchable 4-way or 8-way operation
  • Microswitches rated to 1,000,000 cycles
  • 5-pin terminal for simple wiring

Competition Joystick for Arcade Builders

This 5-pin joystick with a 35 mm red ball is designed for DIY arcade cabinets and control panels. It mounts on both wood and metal surfaces, making it suitable for custom builds and repairs. The spring-return mechanism centres the stick automatically after each input.

Microswitch Endurance Under Continuous Play

The unit uses 5-pin terminal microswitches rated for 1,000,000 cycles, so repeated directional changes during long sessions do not degrade contact reliability. Eight-way operation remains consistent because each switch actuates independently without a restrictive gate. Heat buildup is not a factor in this purely mechanical design.

Straightforward Panel Mount With One Common Pitfall

Installation requires drilling a single mounting hole and securing the supplied hardware; no soldering is needed thanks to the 5-pin connector. The most frequent issue is forgetting that no cable or harness is included, so builders must source a compatible 5-pin loom separately. Ensure the panel thickness allows the locking nuts to engage fully.

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Price $7.99
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Specifications

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Product colorRed

Questions about this item

Does the joystick generate noticeable noise or heat during extended play sessions?

The microswitches are rated for 1,000,000 cycles and use a spring return-to-center mechanism, so operation stays consistent without extra cooling.

What additional parts are required to connect this joystick to a control board?

A 5-pin compatible cable or wiring harness is needed, as the unit only provides the terminal micro-switches and no cable is included.

Will the 35 mm ball-top fit my existing cabinet panel cut-out?

The joystick is designed to fit both wood and metal control panels, and the 35 mm rocker ball diameter matches standard arcade layouts.

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