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Black Tip 108
Black Tip 108™
Proportional Plow Control


Product Summary
  • One, 2 axis joystick used by the operator for proportional function control of hydraulic powered devices (i.e. Hoist, Plow, or Hook lift)
  • Utilizes Mako Trim™ to program the speed of each direction of motion individually without additional wiring or hydraulic modifications

Product Application
  • One ton plow trucks
  • Smaller patrol trucks

Device Capacity
  • Up to 2 independent hydraulically powered devices
  • Control motion in 8 directions
  • Programmable safety features for operation

Proportional Signal Capacity
  • Maximum 8 independent accessible PWM channels
  • Frequency Settable from 40-450 Hz

Axis and Range of Joystick Motion
  • Two axes of joystick motion: X & Y
  • 27 degrees of motion available in each axis

Joystick Signal
  • True "Hall Effect" (magnetic) joystick with no mechanical contacts

Joystick Self Test and Diagnostics
  • Black Tip™ completes a self test of the joystick during each power up cycle
  • SafeStik™ automatically disables the joystick if an axis fails during use
  • Joystick diagnostics for each axis of motion is visible to technician at valve body
  • Channel Safe™ detects and protects against open or short circuits in hydraulic drive channels

Configuration Software
  • Mako Trim™ works on any Windows© 2000 compatible computer

Mode Display Type
  • LED for hoist and plow diagnostics

Spreader Combination Options
  • Compatible with all Cirus Spreaders (EZ, Spread DR, Dual Spread, SpreadSmart)

System Mounting
  • Stand alone (with integral PEM nuts for pedestal mounting)
  • Padded console for bench seat

Accessory Switches
  • 3 Sprague© switches for accessory control (on/off or momentary function)

Warning Indicators
  • Up to 2 labeled and colored indicators integrated

Operating Temperature Range
  • Minimum: -20 degrees Centigrade
  • Maximum: 70 degrees Centigrade

Power Requirements
  • Minimum: 11 volts DC
  • Maximum: 15 volts DC
  • Maximum: 10 Amps
  • Internal fuses rated at 10 Amps