In summary, APEM’s FR series is a single axis, 3-position Hall effect thumb controller designed for rugged applications that require a reliable device for "changing direction" and "gear switching" functions. Environmentally sealed to IP69K, Submersible to 1m (3.28 ft.) per IP68, rated for 3 million full forward to back actuations, and rugged enough to withstand extreme temperatures. It provides the robustness and reliability required for the gear selection and forward/neutral/reverse functions making it ideally suited for material handling vehicles, construction vehicles, and agriculture applications.