Is there a way to reduce dead zone of JLF after hitting the switch?

[equlizer]

I'm finding that after you move left or right or whatever direction you are using, there is a dead zone before you hit the wall of the square or octo gate.  Is there a way to reduce that?

[Nephasth]

Increase the diameter of the actuator sleeve at the point it makes contact with the gate.

[equlizer]

What would be the best way of doing that? Thank you.

[ZTylerDurden717]

You want a 0.5mm actuator.  I've heard the "delrin" material is much better at taking a beating than the actuator you'll find on focusattack.com.  Unfortunately they are sold out at paradisearcadeshop.com at the moment.

[BadMouth]

https://www.focusattack.com/kowal-1mm-oversize-actuator-for-sanwa-jlf-series-joystick/



Whether a mod is correct or incorrect would depend on what you're going for.
Shmup fans would want a reduced engagement zone was well, but they probably wouldn't be using square gates.

[equlizer]

I use octogates and i already fixed it so i have a small engagement area.  I want the outside area to be less so the stick doesnt go so far out before it returns to center.

[equlizer]

Fixed all my problems.  I used the aluminum tape that is used on ducts.  Was able to make the engage area very small and the outer part very small.  No play at all anymore!

[pbj]

I’ve been resisting the urge to say “tape” for a week.... and here we are.

 

[Howard_Casto]

If duct tape doesn't fix it, you aren't using enough duct tape.  Apparently this applies to aluminum duct tape as well. 

[Mr. Peabody]

I doubt the tape will last. I would have looked for, had someone make, or 3D printed another actuator. I was thinking of this the other day for this kind of joystick design.

[pbj]

Lol OK bro

[equlizer]

I doubt the tape will last. I would have looked for, had someone make, or 3D printed another actuator. I was thinking of this the other day for this kind of joystick design.

would i just take it in and tell them i want something like this but say want 2mm thicker on top and 3mm on bottom and profit?  I can get something printed for free at the local library but i need a file to send them.  Someone would have to make a 3d printer file for me

[PL1]

I can get something printed for free at the local library but i need a file to send them.  Someone would have to make a 3d printer file for me

There are three options here on Thingiverse.

If one of those .stl files doesn't fit properly, it wouldn't be hard to make a parametric version in OpenSCAD.


Scott

[keilmillerjr]

Paradise arcade makes oversized actuators. Might want a stiffer spring too. Cost peanuts.

[Mr. Peabody]

Lol OK bro

Yes, as a custom gate is harder to come by, let alone one that fits well.