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Sure-Grip Mechanical Hand Controls

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Easyspin RF 360 – New
The Easyspin RF360 utilizes precise radio frequencies to operate up to 6 secondary functions wirelessly from the stylish and ergonomic spinner.

The Spinmaster spinner knob and Easyspin indicator system have been the standard in one-handed steering for more than a decade but our drive to improve and refine led us to supersede these proven performers. While inheriting the distinctive characteristics of its predecessors; featuring durable construction, smooth and reliable operation, and quick release mechanism, as well as the original and unique Spinmaster steering wheel clamp, the Easyspin RF360 ups the ante with its own innovative features.

Suits Any Vehicle Wiring Configuration
The standard configuration for the Easyspin RF360, VAC6, can include up to 6 vehicle accessory controls in only one mode of operation.

With 6 functions you can cover operation of all frequently used accessories such as:

  • Indicators
  • Headlights
  • Horn
  • Washers and
  • Sequential wipers.

You can also control non-essential vehicle accessories such as:

  • Electric windows
  • Tiptronic gear shifting
  • Cruise control and
  • Integrated phone controls while maintaining quick access to those frequently used accessories.

The user can alter the button configuration at any time to suit their needs. Simultaneously holding two buttons for a couple of seconds will instantly swap their functions. Any button, any function, total flexibility.

The design of the Easyspin RF360 with its integrated buttons and unique hammerhead shape has been created specifically to fit your hand’s ergonomics. It didn’t happen by accident, over 18 months were spent undertaking research, development and testing with designers, occupational therapists and clients. It also features a soft rubber overlay grip for your comfort.

Features:

  • Ergonomic shape and soft overlay rubber grip for your comfort
  • Operate up to 6 functions
  • Supported by the world renowned Spinmaster steering wheel clamp, known for providing superior durability and gripping strength without damaging your steering wheel
  • Features a quick release function so that it may be removed at any time with the press of a button, allowing unrestricted access for other drivers
  • Strong, robust design, constructed from heavy-duty mining-grade injection molded glass filled UV resistant nylon to withstand years of regular use
  • 2 years battery life with LED low battery warning light, easily accessed battery slide and life-extending sleep mode
  • Mechanical Hand Controls

Push/Rock
The original and the best, the Sure Grip Push/Rock system, has become known for its comfort, precision and overall safety.

Unlike other hand controls styles, the push/rock system puts the operating handle in a vertical position; the driver eases the handle back to accelerate and pushes forward to brake. This unique rocking motion allows full-range braking and acceleration with minimal hand travel while keeping the hand in a natural position.

Sure Grip’s Push/Rock controls are known for having the easiest gas in the industry today thus, allowing for hours of fatigue free driving. The push/rock style will give you the driving experience you have been longing for.

Sure Grip hand control designs prevents contact with legs or knees at higher speeds. The upright handle also allows the installation of controls in smaller vehicles or tight spaces other controls would not fit. Controls do not impede pedal use.

Push/Pull

The Sure Grip Push/Pull hand control uses the same movement to apply the gas and brake as other Push/Pull controls; however the pivot point for the Sure Grip control is on the left-hand side of the wheel close to the handle, this allows for a shorter stroke and greater leverage. In addition to the pivot point, the handles position is at a slight angle, an angle that makes a big difference to the driver. The benefits of Sure Grip’s unique Push/Pull hand control design include:
Less strain on fingers and thumb
Flexible hand positions for lower fatigue and cramping while driving
The ability for both hands to keep contact with the steering wheel
In addition to the benefits enjoyed as a result of the handle and its position, drivers will also appreciate the other features that Sure Grip’s Push/Pull offers including:
Superior pedal feel, with constant acceleration and no “dead spots”
Limited modifications to the vehicles dash

Push/Right Angle
Unlike other Push Right/Angle controls, the Sure Grip Push Right/Angle’s body doesn’t pivot or move when the accelerator is applied. The pivot point for the Sure Grip control is on the left-hand side of the wheel, and only the handle pivots. A stationary main body has many benefits for the driver including:

Increased leg room for getting in and out of the vehicle, as many installs allow brake rod to pass through the dash
Full acceleration without the control hitting the drivers lap
Greater two-handed contact with the steering wheel due to the shortened stroke of the handle
In addition to the benefits enjoyed as a result of the stationary main body, drivers will also appreciate the other features that Sure Grip’s Push Right/Angle offers including:

Superior pedal feel, with constant acceleration and no “dead spots”

  • Lower fatigue while driving
  • Limited modifications to the vehicles dash

Push/Twist
Pivot Point
The Sure Grip Push/Twist control uses the same motorcycle style acceleration as other Push/Twist controls, but has an auxiliary handle that makes the twisting motion easier and allows for longer, more comfortable driving.

  • In addition to the unique benefits enjoyed with our other hand controls, such as increased leg room and ease of use, drivers will also appreciate the other features that the Sure Grip Push/Twist offers including:
  • Superior pedal feel, with constant acceleration and no “dead spots”
  • Lower fatigue while driving
  • Limited modifications to the vehicles dash
  • Easier braking

AutoLock is an accelerator lock out device that comes standard on all of Sure Grip’s hand controls, and is an added safety feature for the driver or those that share the vehicle. With the push of a button or knob, the accelerator function of the hand control can be disabled and help prevent accidents through misuse of the control by mechanics, valets or any other unqualified user. Autolock is available in both electronic and manual formats.

Sure Grip Recreation
Sure Grip hand control users now have the option of adding the Push/Rock style of driving to their favorite recreation vehicles. Sure Grip has developed easy installation applications for many of the nation’s top selling side-by-sides, go carts and golf carts.

The Handling You Need 

Sure Grip has always given its users great control of their vehicles. Now that Sure Grip has hand controls designed specifically for smaller off-road vehicles that same control can be enjoyed wherever you decide to go.
Unlike other hand controls Sure Grip’s handle is in the vertical position, which gives precision control and the ability to drive with both hands on the wheel. With two hands on the wheel, drivers have the control needed when headed off the beaten path.

Wells-Engberg Mechanical Hand Controls

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Their mechanical hand controls provide safe, easy and more convenient vehicle operation as well as being priced competitively with other manufacturers. They manufacture 4 different types of mechanical controls to suit all needs.

Wells-Engberg controls come with a universal mounting, using a common set of connectors which allows installation in the majority of domestic and foreign cars, light trucks, and vans equipped with automatic transmission and power brakes. They also have designed special mountings for some vehicles which make installation even easier.

Their two cable controls are supplied with a mounting which allows the cable to be run directly to the accelerator pedal itself. Wells-Engberg is constantly striving to keep up with the automobile manufacturers and supply the physically challenged population with the most advanced products available.

CT-100 Rotary Cable Control

  • Mechanical control with a flexible accelerator cable going directly to the accelerator pedal assembly twist handle (same as motorcycle grip) to accelerate.
  • Push handle toward brake pedal for braking.
  • Control is mostly aluminum and is black anodized.
  • Uses universal mounting brackets.
  • Order either right or left hand.
  • The cable design allows reduced amount of hardware in driver’s area. This gives the driver more leg room.

CP-200 Right Angle Control

  • To operate accelerator pull handle down toward lap.
  • Cable attached to handle goes directly to the accelerator pedal assembly.
  • Push handle toward brake pedal for braking.
  • Control made mostly of aluminum and is black anodized.
  • Uses universal mounting brackets.
  • Order either right or left hand.
  • Cable design reduces hardware in the driver’s area allowing more leg room.

MPD Mechanical Hand Controls

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Freedom. It’s an essential part of an active life. It means setting your own agenda, getting behind the wheel and going where you want to go whether you’re running errands across town or visiting family and friends across the country.

Mobility Products & Design (MPD) gives you that freedom. For 52 years, we’ve been designing and refining customized, ergonomic driving controls that keep you actively involved in your world.

Their easy-to-use mechanical hand controls make driving simple-just push forward to brake and pull down to accelerate. Our wide selection of steering controls puts you in command of your vehicle, enabling you to enjoy a driving experience that minimizes fatigue. Our extension and foot controls make everyday tasks convenient for you-from turning the ignition key to setting the parking brake.

MPD controls look as good as they perform, with finished surfaces and sleek lines to complement your vehicle’s interior. They are adaptable to most cars, trucks, and vans, and they are flexible enough to allow an ambulatory person to operate the vehicle with ease.

These controls are built to be reliable, providing you with years of dependable performance. We back their strength with a full two-year warranty that gives you peace of mind as well as freedom.

All steering controls are readily detachable for ambulatory person.
Available Options for All 3500 Hand Controls:
Horn and/or headlight dimmer can be included in the installation.
Knob and foam grips are interchangeable, depending on your preference.

3500F Hand Control Foam Grip Straight Handle 

Meets or exceeds VA specifications
Our foam grip handle was designed two inches longer in length than most hand controls, ensuring comfortable driving control and greater leverage when braking and accelerating.

3500FX Hand Control Foam Grip Offset Handle
Meets or exceeds VA specifications
This control has everything the “Classic” 3500F offers, but with additional options. For instance, your installer can choose the handle angle to suit your preference. If you are tall, it can be angled around your leg so that you can reach full acceleration. If you have difficulty reaching the turn signal. The handle easily adjusts closer to the turn signal lever.

3500K Hand Control Knob Grip Straight Handle
Meets or exceeds VA specifications
You will recognize this popular hand control. It now comes with a standard bent brake rod which allows the control to be mounted higher in the vehicle for your driving convenience.

3500KX Hand Control Knob Grip Offset Handle
Meets or exceeds VA specifications
This control has everything the “Classic” 3500K offers, but with additional options. For instance, your installer can choose the handle angle to suit your preference. If you are tall, it can be angled around your leg so that you can reach full acceleration. If you have difficulty reaching the turn signal. The handle easily adjusts closer to the turn signal lever.

3501FB Hand Control Foam Grip Straight Handle
Meets or exceeds VA specifications
Our foam grip handle was designed two inches longer in length than most hand controls, ensuring comfortable driving control and greater leverage when braking.

3501FBX Hand Control Foam Grip Offset Handle 

Meets or exceeds VA specifications
This control has everything the “Classic” 3500F offers, but with additional options. For instance, your installer can choose the handle angle to suit your preference. If you have difficulty reaching the turn signal. The handle easily adjusts closer to the turn signal lever.

3501KB Hand Control Knob Grip Straight Handle
Meets or exceeds VA specifications
You will recognize this popular hand control. It now comes with a standard bent brake rod which allows the control to be mounted higher in the vehicle for your driving convenience.

3501KBX Hand Control Knob Grip Offset Handle
Meets or exceeds VA specifications
This control has everything the “Classic” 3500K offers, but with additional options. For instance, your installer can choose the handle angle to suit your preference. If you have difficulty reaching the turn signal. The handle easily adjusts closer to the turn signal lever.



3502TW with Wrist Support and Tri-Pin
Meets or exceeds VA specifications
This control offers a Tri-Pin shaped handle with a foam wrist support and side hand guard, adding more wrist support than standard right angle controls for driving comfort.

3502WHD with Wrist Support 

Meets or exceeds VA specifications
This control offers a U-shaped handle with a foam wrist support and side hand guard, adding more wrist support than standard right angle controls for driving comfort.

“NEW” 3300KT Push/Rock with Removable Soft Grip Knob Traditional Handle 

Meets or exceeds VA specifications
Our NEW & improved Push/Rock includes a removable handle for added safety. They come in either a Soft Foam Grip or a Foam Grip. Push Down for brake & Rock Back for gas. Simple to adjust the brake & gas. Smooth operation & easy to use.

“NEW” 3300KV Push/Rock with Removable Soft Grip Knob Veigel Handle 

Meets or exceeds VA specifications
Removing the handle prevents other drivers from accidentally engaging the hand control. Besides being able to choose what grip you want you can also choose the handle style you want: either a Traditional Handle or a veigel handle.

3400F Hand Control Foam Grip Straight Handle
Meets or exceeds VA specifications
Push/Pull with foam grip handle. Same brackets as the 3500, NO extra Inventory. Simple to adjust gas & brake.

3400K Hand Control Knob Grip Straight Handle
Meets or exceeds VA specifications
Push/Pull with Knob Grip. Great applications for Titled Vehicles and Non Titled Vehicles such as Gem cars and Golf Carts.



3700 Hand Control Push/Pull Control
Meets or exceeds VA specifications
The versatile Tri-Pin was designed to feel comfortable. It may be mounted for right- or left-hand operation, according to your preference It can be installed in a variety of full-size vans, including lowered-floor minivans.

3700 Minimum Effort Throttle Hand Control Push/Pull Control
Meets or exceeds VA specifications
The versatile Tri-Pin was designed to feel comfortable. It may be mounted for right- or left-hand operation, according to your preference. It is made to be installed in Ford full-size vans.

DADC Mechanical Hand controls

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At DADC, their philosophy is simple: deliver the best driving experience possible. Their hand controls are designed to become one with your car, so you are not driving a hand control you are driving your car.

Quality Materials and Reduced Maintenance
They use quality materials, including durable stainless steel for an attractive finished product. DADC uses self-lubricating components to eliminate maintenance, squeaks and grease stains on clothes.

Less Fatigue, Less Discomfort
Holding the DADC hand control in your hand feels light and natural, which is why our clients prefer it. Our ergonomic design is an extension of the body’s natural responses to reduce fatigue, especially on long distance drives or in stop and go traffic.

Road Tested to Racing Standards
DADC’s founder’s son, Roger, is a racer, so when it came to design, it was important for William to build a hand control that delivered on the racetrack not only the road. The patented vacuum assist provides better throttle control, especially in tight turns or on bumpy roads.

Protect your Automotive Investment, Share with Pedal Pushing Drivers
DADC hand controls fit a wide range of vehicles with little or no cutting to the dashboard. Our cable operated throttle control means a cockpit free of clutter and unencumbered access for you and your pedal pushing family and friends.

Automobile Handicap Hand Control System – DADC 500

This automobile handicapped hand control works with a vacuum assisted twist grip to give you precise, effortless, finger-tip control of the throttle. In addition, the floor area is free, making it possible for other drivers to easily share a vehicle equipped with this system. The twist approach uses less space than other lever actuated hand controls.


Automobile Handicap Hand Control System – DADC500P

The 500P model offers the same vacuum assist capabilities as the 500 model, but uses a pull throttle to control acceleration and braking instead of a twisting action. This motion gives those with limited gripping capacity the same effortless operation as the 500 model and uses only a little more room for operation.

Both the DADC500 and DADC500P provide a rugged and seemingly simple ergonomic design, allowing the driver to rest a hand on the handle while controlling the vehicle through turns and over rough roads. This results in better control and less fatigue, especially on long trips.


Driving Aids Development Corporation (DADC) Special Features

  • Attractive appearance! Resilient, comfortable control grip.
  • Maintenance free! Self lubricating components used throughout.
  • All fasteners and major parts are high-strength stainless steel.
  • Registered with the FDA.
  • Accepted by the V. A.
  • Meets or exceeds all requirements of S.A.E. J1903 JUL89.
  • Licensed under U.S. Patent No. 4436191

But what about cruise you ask? Will it still function? Not to worry. Cruise control is fully operational even when the
adaptive driving aid is engaged.

Remember, the DADC adaptive driving aid does not replace the pedals that came with your vehicle, but is added to them. This also means that able bodied drivers can operate your modified vehicle normally, without learning to use the adaptive driving aid that makes it possible for you to operate your own vehicle.

DADC 500 Twist
Vacuum assisted, motorcycle styled twist handle for throttle and push for brakes.

  • Precise fingertip operation
  • Reduced range of motion required to operate
  • Eliminates discomfort and fatigue

DADC 500 Push Pull

Vacuum assisted, traditional push-pull handle, pull for gas, push for brake.

  • Reduced range of motion required to operate
  • An options for drivers considering expensive electronic controls

DADC 500 Manual Push Pull

Traditional push-pull handle, pull for gas, push for brake.

  • Quick, light action and smooth response

DADC 500 Manual Push Rock

Rock back for gas and push for brake.

  • Avoid confusion between brake and acceleration

DADC Brake Only

Traditional push-pull handle, push for brake.

  • Access to brake without moving the foot

DADC Turn Signal Adapter
Operate the Turn Signal control from the right side of the wheel

  • Lightweight Aluminum
  • Mounts to turn signal wand
  • Left and right mounting option

DADC Key Tee
Developed for people with Rheumatoid Arthritis. Fits in tight spaces and gives hurting hands leverage on the key.

  • Fits most any key
  • Effortless key-turn, reduced hand strain
  • Improves leverage
  • Reduces Pain

DADC Game Wheel

Enjoy the action of online simulated driving and racing.

  • Operate gas and brake from the hand control instead of the joystick
  • Share your game wheel with pedal pushing family and friends