Mechanical Stops
Precise steering control starts with dependable mechanical stops. BSM North America designs and manufactures friction-hold and self-centering mechanical stop mechanisms for off-highway and industrial vehicles. These devices provide consistent resistance and accurate position feedback, ensuring safe, predictable steering performance.
All of our mechanical stops are engineered to mount directly to BSM steering columns and integrate seamlessly with common rotary position sensors for precise electronic feedback and control.
The Friction Hold Mechanical Stop delivers smooth rotational resistance and accurate position sensing. Designed for use with BEI Series 9360 sensors, it mounts directly to the column flange for easy installation.
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This design provides reliable manual steering resistance and accurate sensor feedback, making it ideal for electro-hydraulic and steer-by-wire applications.
Our Self-Centering Mechanical Stop incorporates spring-loaded return-to-center functionality for enhanced steering feel and control. Designed to mount below the column, this device integrates with the BEI Series 9360 sensor for precise position monitoring.
This mechanism provides consistent centering action and reliable torque resistance for heavy-duty off-highway systems.
The Compact Self-Centering Mechanical Stop offers the same spring-return precision as our standard model in a space-saving design. Ideal for applications where space or mounting depth is limited, it mounts directly to the column flange and integrates with the Joral HP38 non-contact rotary position sensor.
Engineered for compact, high-performance steering systems, this device ensures reliable steering response and accurate electronic feedback.
Whether you’re in material handling, ground support, construction, or another off-highway vehicle industry, you can rely on our experienced engineering team for support! BSM North America provides engineered mechanical stop solutions designed to meet the precision and durability demands of modern off-highway vehicles –– each component built in the U.S.
Talk to an engineer today about your application and receive personalized consultation and a custom mechanical stop design for your steering system.
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