Why Choose the ABB P9MMB2F 2-Position Maintained Joystick?
The ABB P9MMB2F is a robust 2-position maintained joystick designed for industrial machinery, control panels and operator stations. Part of the ABB P9M modular metal range, it combines a black rubber joystick actuator with a latching function and durable metal construction for demanding industrial control applications.
This specific P9MMB2F configuration provides two operating directions with maintained action. Its latching function allows the selected joystick command to remain mechanically engaged rather than automatically returning when the operator releases the handle, making it suitable for persistent directional or two-state control functions.
The P9MMB2F uses a black rubber actuator and is non-illuminated. Each reference includes the satin chrome metal body and nut together with the holder, and the operator is designed for ABB's 22 mm modular metal pilot-device platform with IP66 front-side protection.
Key Advantages
- 2-position joystick for intuitive directional machine control.
- Maintained operation keeps the selected command mechanically engaged.
- Latching function supports persistent control states without continuous operator pressure.
- Black rubber joystick actuator provides a practical industrial operating interface.
- Non-illuminated design suits applications where operator lighting is not required.
- Robust satin chrome metal body and nut for demanding industrial environments.
- Holder included for integration with compatible ABB P9M contact blocks.
- IP66 front-side protection supports challenging machinery environments.
- Compatible with ABB's modular 22 mm P9M pilot-device system.
Key Features
- ABB P9M modular metal range.
- 2-position joystick.
- Maintained operating principle.
- Joystick with latching function.
- Black rubber actuator.
- Non-illuminated construction.
- Satin chrome metal body and nut.
- Holder included.
- Designed for the 22 mm modular metal range.
- IP66 front-side degree of protection.
- 0.090 kg catalogue weight.
- Designed for mining, construction and heavy-industry control applications.
Maintained Two-Position Joystick Control
The ABB P9MMB2F provides two-position joystick control with a mechanical latching function. Unlike a momentary joystick that automatically returns when released, this maintained version keeps the selected operating position engaged until the operator deliberately changes the joystick position, providing a straightforward interface for persistent machine commands.
The modular P9M construction allows compatible ABB contact blocks to be fitted to the supplied holder according to the required electrical switching function. Its black rubber actuator, satin chrome metal body and IP66 front-side protection make the P9MMB2F particularly suitable for robust machinery and operator-control installations.
Typical Applications
- Industrial machinery control panels.
- Two-direction machine control.
- Material handling and conveyor equipment.
- Hoisting and lifting machinery control interfaces.
- Process and automation control systems.
- Production and manufacturing equipment.
- Mining, construction and heavy-industry machinery.
- OEM machine and automation control panels.
