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Author Topic: Magnetically centering an UltraStik?  (Read 1312 times)

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Magnetically centering an UltraStik?
« on: November 20, 2018, 11:15:58 am »
Have you seen anyone use two opposing ring magnets to replace the spring in an Ultrastik? I searched and didn't see anything obvious, though I'd be glad to be proven wrong...

I get some of the obvious mechanical points; I imagine I'd need a larger inner diameter ring with a nylon sleeve to reduce magnet rubbing on the shaft, at a minimum. But I'm more interested in how modifying the local field may interfere with the Hall sensor and the design assumptions of the board.

Thoughts?

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Re: Magnetically centering an UltraStik?
« Reply #1 on: November 21, 2018, 10:03:00 am »
Considering the way U360s work, I don't think adding magnets is a good idea.

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Re: Magnetically centering an UltraStik?
« Reply #2 on: November 22, 2018, 03:14:36 am »
Both magnets could interfere each other so it's not good idea.

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Re: Magnetically centering an UltraStik?
« Reply #3 on: November 22, 2018, 03:20:46 pm »
The spring isn't the issue, but the axial design. It's good enough lubricated with a light oil. A very small drop on your finger spread on the underside of the pivot ball, the upper part of the shaft, and the washers will do.