All products manufactured by Cursor Controls use precision made Stainless Steel components
for the important ball running assembly and a combination of high grade stainless steel or
hardened steel bearings, specialist machined or moulded housings to produce the best
Trackerball solution.
In today's Cursor Control applications, the Trackerball provides a robust solution for
Industrial and Commercial applications. With an expected life considerably in excess of the
typical Mouse type product, the Trackerball has been developed for use in Factories, Medical,
Aircraft, Studio, Shipping and Military applications as the cursor controller for screen
based systems.
Many of the Cursor Controls products use components tested far beyond the expectation
of the product, and can endure some of the harshest operating demands experienced in
industry today.
Committed to the WorldWide Success of its Trackerball!
Special patented techniques are employed in the assembly of larger Trackerballs to
reduce noise and vibration in the operation of the product, increasing the performance and
feel of the Trackerball in the majority of installations.
Developed during the 1940s for military radar applications, the original Trackerball from The
Trackerball Company met the need for a high resolution, screen cursor controller. The highest
quality components and superior build standards provided reliable, long term operation in the
harshest of environments.
The ubiquitous computer mouse is a later development on the original pointing device design.
Today, this wealth of experience services the requirements of the industrial user, where the
advance of the PC on to the shop floor and the reliability of the modern trackerball have
banished the computer mouse from an increasing number of applications.
The modern range of Cursor Controls pointing devices are fully compatible with the latest
computer operating systems, may be sealed against contaminants to IP65 (NEMA 4) ingress
standard and easily mounted in a vertical or horizontal position to a panel or keyboard.
(Cursor Controls Contacts)
A range of high specification trackerballs for use in Military environments, where
serviceability and robust construction ensure reliable operation even in extreme
conditions.
No routine adjustment, maintenance or lubrication required
Electrically screened optical encoders to insure immunity from electromagnetic interference
Trackerball compartment separated from optical encoders
High-grade military components used throughout
Wiper seal fitted to reduce ingress of liquids and contaminants
The design is based on 20 years experience in producing precision Trackerballs for
Military and Avionics systems. The RB3 range of precision 3 inch Trackerballs has
been specifically developed for use in high specification CAD/CAM systems, personal
microcomputers and general position control.
The compact Ruggedised P34-500210 Trackerball is specifically designed to be used in
demanding applications.
High mass phenolic resin ball, for improved user interface
Unique self-aligning seal technology helps ensure that dirt, dust, liquids and gels are kept out of the unit without creating excessive drag on the ball.
5 high quality stainless steel bearings suspend the ball giving smooth precise movement in toughest environments.
IP65 (NEMA)
Solid & reliable construction with anodized aluminum top plate
A 3-axis panel mount Trackerball, built to a very high specification. This unit is
intended for use in demanding environments such as air traffic control, marine and
medical imaging systems, where direct access to a third axis of movements enhances
the user interface.
High-mass phenolic ball
Large diameter stainless steel shafts improve product integrity
Offers increased endurance in harsh environments
Unique bezel design allows for a third axis of movement, which may be 'O' or 'Z' depending on the application. Movement in this axis is obtained by rotating the knurled theta ring either clockwise or anti-clockwise.
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In October 2003, the old Penny & Giles Computer Products name was replaced by TRAXSYS, a new brand name that better describes our growing products and services, while at the same time underwriting a major milestone in our history and transition to a truly global supplier of cursor control products. As market leaders in the supply of high end track balls to all major market sectors, the TRAXSYS brand serves us as we respond and manage a further phase of planned expansion supported by American Esterline Technology Group.
TRAXSYS specializes in the design and manufacture of high-end track balls and computer input devices for OEM's main machine interface solutions. TRAXSYS (previously Penny & Giles Computer Products) has gained a wealth of experience over the last thirty years in building solutions for challenging operating conditions in aerospace, medical and military environments.
Our growing commitment to civil aerospace and medical markets lead to full ISO 9001-2000 quality listing along with major customer approvals in all major counties and market sectors.
The company's facility is located in Ringwood, Hampshire and includes a
high-tech design centre, manufacturing plant and sales/marketing office. The company is
represented around the world by a network of professional distributors.
TRAXSYS provides a wide range of computer input devices suitable
for most environments, including Panel and Fascia Mounted Trackballs, Desktop Trackballs,
Joysticks, Special Needs Devices, Kiosks and Public Access, other Miscellaneous Devices.
(Traxsys Contacts)
A new design of the popular and robust Penny & Giles Roller range. Designed specifically for mainstream education and special needs; the Roller II range offers value for money, rugged construction and is easy to use.
The Roller II is available in both trackerball and joystick options
Units have coloured buttons for ease of communication
Three new colour coded switch sockets
Designed to run on PS/2 and USB compatible machines, will auto-detect to either
version dependant on the host computer
The ROLLER TRACKERBALL is part of the award winning Hereward range of mouse replacements designed specifically for the education and special needs sectors.
Large 63.5mm diameter ball offering a high degree of control
Double click switch to simulate double click operation (PLUS version only)
A new design of the popular and robust Penny & Giles Roller range. Designed specifically for mainstream education and special needs; the Roller II range offers value for money, rugged construction and is easy to use.
The Roller II is available in both trackerball and joystick options
Units have coloured buttons for ease of communication
Three new colour coded switch sockets
Designed to run on PS/2 and USB compatible machines, will auto-detect to
either version dependant on the host computer
The ROLLER JOYSTICK is part of the award winning Hereward range of mouse replacements designed specifically for the education and special needs sectors.
The ROLLER PLUS JOYSTICK is part of the award winning Hereward range of mouse replacements designed specifically for the education and special needs sectors.
