Made by a pilot for pilots, the Cross Country Throttle Grip with a three position Toggle switch and a TO-GA or PTT switch. Toggle Switch functions have a history of functionality as a FLAP, TRIM and PROP Reverse switch. The assembly. is manufactured in the USA by Swearingen 3D works of Marion IA., packaged in the USA and distributed by the designer. Everything you order is prepared just for you, only after you order. Upon order, your configuration options are checked and incorporated, final assembly completed, and continuity checks performed to assure the value and performance I have designed for you.

The throttle grip was originally custom designed and manufactured for a VANs RV-4 owner (with an RV-8 deluxe throttle quadrant) for the purpose of providing an overlay to the existing one (1) inch throttle handle and with all the switches and system wiring required to provide fingertip electrical functions. These the functions supported by the Toggle switch are FLAPs or TRIM. The finger switch can be chosen to support TO-GA or PTT functionality.. 

The throttle grip consists of a 4.4 inch 3D printed universal throttle overlay, ergonomically shaped to comfortably rest within the left hand, incorporating palm and finger cutouts. It incorporates prominent inboard and outboard fences to prevent hand slippage off the throttle in a high G or inverted environment. The grip slips over the VANs CT-83F Deluxe or CT-84F Deluxe throttle quadrant or any throttle with a 1 inch diameter tube.

Note: Shortening of the RV-8 throttle tube by 3mm and modifying the prop lever angle is required to provide adequate clearance and installation of the throttle overlay.

The three position Toggle switch is contained within the inboard fence of the grip, and is activated by the pad of the left-hand thumb and the TO/GA,PTT is activated by the left hand middle finger.. (RV-8 Deluxe Throttle quadrant shown in pictures, not included in sale).

FEATURES

• Grip Size: 4.24 in width, 3.1 in length, 2.6 in thickness.

• Compatible with 1.0 Inch circular control stick tube of the. VANs CT-83F Deluxe or CT-84F Deluxe throttle quadrant. An Internal Throttle stop at 2.35 in. to prevent intrusion into the electronics. The RV-8 throttle tube will require shortening by 3mm.

• Weight: 3.1 oz.

• The "Cross Country" control grip, made from tough ecologically friendly, black 3D printer PLA, is sculptured to fit the left hand and contains an inboard and outboard slip guard slip guard. 

• Anti-Rotation Cutout embodied within the outboard portion of the overlay to prevent rotation of the grip on the stock throttle body.

• Throttle Stake added to allow mechanical fastening of overlay to throttle structure to prevent inboard overlay movement on internal throttle structure. Mechanical fastener provided.

• Finish: High Resolution 3D Print finish OR Optional: Military Flat Finish over urethane.

•  Throttle Grip contains a three position, spring return to center, Toggle switch, with three hat options, rated as follows:

        Voltage Rating: 12Vdc

           Current Rating: 10A DC (The wire bundle is limited to 5A)

       Switch Type: SPDT - ON-OFF-(ON), (ON)=Momentary

          Tested Life: 10,000 cycles

           Temperature Rating: -20C to 80C   

OTHER switch options for incorporation are ON-OFF-ON, (ON)-OFF-(ON). Use the contact page to discuss these options.

• TO/GA Switch Option: switch, rated as follows

Voltage Rating: 12Vdc

Current Rating: 8A

Switch Type: DPDT -  Off-MOM (On)

Tested Life: 10,000 cycles

 Temperature Rating: -20C to 80C 

Switch cap comes standard in black with a “GLOW” switch surround..

The switch is mounted within the PL, wired and provided with 20 inches of 22 AWG, Shielded TEFZEL, three conductor, functionally tested wire harness.

• Push-to-talk (PTT) Option: switch, rated as follows:

        Voltage Rating: 12Vdc

           Current Rating: 5A

       Switch Type: SPST - NO, -OFF-(ON), (ON)=Momentary

          Tested Life: 10,000 cycles

           Temperature Rating: -20C to 80C  

 PTT cover comes standard in red. Black is also available as a no-cost option.and discussed at purchase.

• The Toggle switch is mounted within inboard fence of the grip. It and the TO/GA or PTT are fully wired, and provided with 20 inches of 22AWG, Shielded TEFZEL, five conductor, functionally tested wire harness.

• Color System Schematic and instructions included for your cockpit installation.

• Condition: Mint, ready to plug and play. 

• Terms and Conditions approval required prior to purchase

• Non-Smoker Manufacturing Facility

• RH throttle configuration also available for center console operations.. To be discussed and identified at purchase via contact page...

Shown within the pictures is the LH Throttle Grip installed on the VANs Deluxe RV-8/8A throttle quadrant in the Rocker configuration0. This sale is for the throttle grip and electronics only and is not sold with the throttle quadrant.

If you have any questions about this product, please ask.