Seimitsu LS-32-SC-K (.187" Fastener Type) Joystick with RE Plate (2017 Model)

New LS-32 With Green Body Will Replace Existing Model

Please note that the 2023 model of Seimitsu LS-32 (green body) will sell alongside the original LS-32 until its supply is exhausted. There is NO difference between this and the 2017 model with blue body, except for the color of the plastic body.

Seimitsu's LS-32-01 joystick has remained a main competitor to the Sanwa JLF series, and the standard among Versus City based arcade setups. This year, Seimitsu's iconic model has undergone a slight change, while striving to keep its functionality as intact as it most popular model is known and celebrated for. We introduce the Seimitsu New LS-32.

What is the New LS-32, and Why does it Exist? 

Originally labeled the LS-300 when introduced at 2017 Japan Arcade Expo (JAEPO), Seimitsu changed the name to "New LS-32" in order to properly represent the minor update to its lever microswitch.  This is not a functional upgrade, but rather designed to address an unexpected development in the industry.  Earlier in the year Panasonic suddenly announced they would no longer manufacture the microswitches used in the Seimitsu LS-32 series joystick lever.  This not only affects this model, but eventually the entire line of Seimitsu products that utilize their brand of microswitch.  

Faced with this challenge, Seimitsu went to work on an alternative, collaborating with respected microswitch brand Omron to develop a replacement model.  Their goal was to replicate the feel of their original Panasonic microswitch, which fans have grown to known and enjoy.  After many months of testing, including sample models at FA with thanks to SRK's PresidentCamacho - an ardent technical fan of the Seimitsu line - this new model is now available.

Seimitsu retains LS-32 name you Know

It is helpful to know that the name previously advertised "LS-300" name is no longer used for this product. Seimitsu officially mentioned this via their website under "2017/07/03　カタログ掲載の「LS-300」についてのご案内":

最新版のカタログに掲載されております、オムロン社製SW使用のLS-32の後継機についてですが
カタログには、「LS-300（仮称）」で掲載されておりますが、正統後継機のため名称変更無しの
「LS-32」として販売させていただきます。現行製品（P社製）との混乱を避ける為、完全に在庫がなくなり次第の
変更となります。（変更の時期などは事前告知させていただきます【現状2017年8月前後になる予定】）
尚、新商品として「LS-300」と一部告知されておりますが、今後「LS-300」の名称は廃止させていただきます。
皆様にはご迷惑をお掛けいたしますが、予めご了承ください。

Translated roughly to English:

Regarding LS-32 (LS-32-01) successor
Regarding the successor of LS-32 using Omron SW, which published "LS-300 (tentative name)" in the latest paper catalog.
Now LS-32 became a legit successor and there is no name change and we will sell it as "LS-32".

Current product (made by Panasonic) LS-32 inventory gone completely then start to sell in order to avoid confusion.
(We will notify when we will change etc., it's scheduled to be around August 2017 with the current situation.) [Note: USA/Western market has it before Japan market]

As a new product, "LS-300" has been partly announced but the name of "LS-300" will be abolished.
We apologize for any inconvenience, but please be forewarned.

Most importantly, Seimitsu has taken great strides to keep both look and feel of the original model.

Other Changes to 2017 Model

Seimitsu's goal was not to change the overall appearance of its original product.  However, it performed some alterations to the bottom support plate and PCB to accomodate the Omron micro switch.   Each are available separately for those who already own the LS-32 and would like to swap these parts. Please note that you must get the bottom support plate with the new PCB as the shape of the PCB won't fit the original bottom support plate.

Outfitted with .187" terminal switches, you can replace any of the microswitches with the Seimitsu LS-32, LS-40 .187 Fastener Microswitch should one fail to operate.  Compatible with a wide array of Sanwa balltops and battops, including the Sanwa LB-35 Balltop and Sanwa LB-30 N-S Battop, the Seimitsu LS-32 comes with an adjustable restrictor plate for 2, 4, or 8-way operation.  

Bundle and Save on Control Accessories and Performance Mods

You have a number of accessories, maintenance products and performance mods that are compatible with the LS-32:

• The Link Quick Release Seimitsu LS-32 Shaft
• KOWAL LS-32 Octopus Octagonal Restrictor Guide
• Seimitsu LS-32 Triple Restrictor Plate
• Seimitsu LS-32 Round Main Guide
• FA.DAB.S .20 Ounce Shin-Etsu G-501 Silicone Grease Vial for Seimitsu Joysticks

Save on a number of these accessories when you purchase the LS-32 series joystick.

SS Mounting Plate Available, Free Black Balltop

All Seimitsu LS-32 joysticks come with the RE mounting plate.  You can also purchase the following plates for the LS-32:

• Seimitsu SS Mounting Plate for LS-32, LS-40
• KOWAL Japan S Plate Converter
• KOWAL Flat Plate Converter

A black balltop is also included with purchase.