Using a CH TQ unit "under" custom TQ housing

[767300]

Thanks Paul,

I have a vague recollection of something about 10K or xxxK Pots,

James

[Paul G]

Either 10k or 100k would work if you can calibrate them through software. I would steer towards the 100k though, but can't explain why

[sbecker777]

James,
See how I did what you are trying to do:

http://www.flightdecksolutions.com/f...013&highlight=

Hope this helps!

Steve

[Michael Carter]

I'm using 10K 100mm linear slide pots manufactured by Panasonic Japan. Others are using rotary pots and one here is using string pots.

What you choose depends upon what sort of mechanical connection you will (can) use.

String pots (and linear transducers) are some of the best potentiometers money can buy. They are expensive because of thier accuracy and repeatability. Often with tolerances of .5% or less. Some cost hundreds.

It wouldn't surprise me to learn that aircraft manufacturers use the linear transducers in fly-by-wire systems. However, I don't know that they do.

Any interface card with axis inputs will allow you to hook up your home-built throttle. Calibration can be done through FSUIPC. Flap gates and all, exactly where they are supposed to be on the throttle.

[767300]

I'm using 10K 100mm linear slide pots manufactured by Panasonic Japan. Others are using rotary pots and one here is using string pots.

What you choose depends upon what sort of mechanical connection you will (can) use.

String pots (and linear transducers) are some of the best potentiometers money can buy. They are expensive because of thier accuracy and repeatability. Often with tolerances of .5% or less. Some cost hundreds.

It wouldn't surprise me to learn that aircraft manufacturers use the linear transducers in fly-by-wire systems. However, I don't know that they do.

Any interface card with axis inputs will allow you to hook up your home-built throttle. Calibration can be done through FSUIPC. Flap gates and all, exactly where they are supposed to be on the throttle.

What mechanical connection have you used on your setup?

James