I only saw that it also has a rotating encoder when it arrived. But in the datasheet similar 8-way switches without encoder are also described.
It was the only affordable switch I could found. Only for testing purposes an OTTO switch would be to expensive.
Edit: I haven’t tested(wired) it yet.
Regarding the twist of the throttle: Only 30 degrees I think, but this can be increased by modifying the e-bike grip(move one of the neodym magnets).
Well, it’s done! ( 9 months later )
I changed the base to a USB handbrake and shortened the whole thing a lot. It’s much more stable and reliable now.
The maiden flight went very nicely, except that I have to adjust to “pull for power” .
Someone in the DCS forum had the idea to use the USB handbrake as collective base, and it solved most of my problems. Most of the friction, needed to keep the arm up, comes from the bolt nut on the right. The damper only helps a little bit, and is mostly for the feel.
It comes with a hall sensor, which is connected to an Arduino Leonardo (Plug&Play in Windows).
I connected the hall sensor the the LeoBodnar board, that I use for the head and ignore the Arduino.
The head is a bit rough, but it works great. I didn’t even replace the printed switches.
The throttle grip could use a little bit more friction, but it is ok for now.
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