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Parallax 27800 Joystick, 2-Axis, 1.64" x 1.2" x 1.1" Size
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Parallax 27800 Joystick, 2-Axis, 1.64" x 1.2" x 1.1" Size

Bottom line: The Parallax 27800 Joystick is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the joysticks & game port category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Power: 0.01W
  • ✓ Backed by PARALLAX's warranty and support channels

Cons

  • ✗ Check the listed dimensions, connectors and platform compatibility against your setup before ordering
  • ✗ Price, stock, shipping and returns are set by the retailer and may have changed since this page was last updated

Manufacturer description

This 2-axis Joystick can be used to add analog input to your next project. The 2-axis Joystick contains two independent potentiometers (one per Axis) for reporting the joystick's position, with wiring options for voltage or resistance outputs. The modular form-factor allows you to plug the 2-axis Joystick directly into a breadboard for easy prototyping. The 2-axis Joystick includes spring auto return to center and a comfortable cup-type knob. Click over to the kick start guide to see how to use the Joystick, complete with wiring diagrams and sample Code for the basic stamp, propeller, and…

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Parallax 27800 Joystick using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the joysticks & game port category. PARALLAX's joysticks & game port lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for joysticks & game port of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

  • Power: 0.01W
  • Interface: dual 10K potentiometers with common ground
  • Dimensions: 1.64 x 1.2 x 1.1 in (41.67 x 30.54 x 27.7 mm)
  • Operating temp range: +32°f to +158°f (0°c to +70°c)
  • Two independent 10K potentiometers with common ground

Full Specifications

BrandPARALLAX
Power0.01W
Interfacedual 10K potentiometers with common ground
Dimensions1.64 x 1.2 x 1.1 in (41.67 x 30.54 x 27.7 mm)
Package Dimensions‎2.6 x 1.77 x 1.69 inches

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