Heusinkveld Sim Handbrake V2 - force sensitive 120 kg loadcell

Force-sensitive 120 kg loadcell

The lever actuates a 120 kg loadcell and measures up to 22 kg of actual force at the lever - linearly, so the output always matches how hard you pull. Because the handbrake responds to pressure instead of lever position, you build muscle memory around force and can repeat the exact same input at every hairpin.

Heusinkveld Sim Handbrake V2 - elastomer stack detail

Two-stage spring system

An initial metal coil spring simulates the pad-to-disc gap and cable slack of a real handbrake, then the elastomer takes over the main load with progressively rising resistance. Three elastomers are included for a soft, medium or stiff feel, and the preload is set by turning an adjustment nut - so the pull can be matched to a loose gravel car or a grippy drift setup.

Heusinkveld Sim Handbrake V2 - horizontal and vertical lever mounting options

Mount it your way

The lever works in a horizontal or vertical position with fine-tune adjustment of the lever angle, and the base itself can also be mounted horizontally or vertically - either with four holes directly on a flat surface, or on aluminium profiles using the included adapter plate. The plate adds up to 22.5 degrees of yaw adjustment, so the lever pulls straight towards you from almost any mounting position.

Heusinkveld SmartControl software - output curve adjustment

Shape your output in SmartControl

SmartControl maps the loadcell signal to the game: non-linear output curves, deadzones and required force, all adjustable without recalibrating and saved into profiles. SmartControl Live runs in the background while you drive and switches profiles at the touch of a button - for example from a gravel to a tarmac handbrake setup. The handbrake arrives pre-calibrated and works plug and play.

Manual, Downloads and Technical details

Downloads
Quick start guide - download
Product manual - download
Installation tutorial video
SmartControl & SmartControl Live software - download

Technical details:

  • Sensor: force-sensitive 120 kg loadcell - up to 22 kg measured at the lever, linear measurement
  • Controller: integrated in the handbrake base - plug and play
  • Adjustments: horizontal or vertical lever and base, lever angle, yaw, preload, 3 resistance settings
  • Dimensions: 317 x 162 x 84 mm
  • Weight: 2.17 kg
  • Material: powder coated stainless steel
  • Certification: EMC + CE
  • Warranty: 2 years
Compatibility

Compatible with:

  • PC (Windows 10 or newer) - works with the free SmartControl and SmartControl Live software

Mounts on:

  • Flat surfaces - 4 mounting holes directly on the base (2 on each side)
  • Aluminium profile rigs - via the included adapter plate with up to 22.5° of yaw adjustment

Note! PC only - not compatible with Xbox or PlayStation.

What is in the package?
  • Handbrake unit
  • Adapter plate
  • USB cable
  • Hex key
  • 3 Elastomers
  • Mounting materials
  • User manual

What our customers say about this product

Can the Heusinkveld handbrake be mounted horizontally?

Yes - both the lever and the base work in horizontal or vertical positions, with fine adjustment of the lever angle. The included adapter plate adds up to 22.5 degrees of yaw, so the lever pulls straight towards you from almost any spot on an aluminium profile rig; flat-surface mounting uses four holes directly on the base.

How much force does the handbrake need?

The lever measures up to 22 kg of actual force on a 120 kg loadcell, linearly. The resistance is set mechanically: three included elastomers give a soft, medium or stiff base feel, preload fine-tunes it, and in SmartControl you can additionally define how much force a full pull requires.

Does it work on Xbox or PlayStation?

No - the Heusinkveld Sim Handbrake is PC only (Windows 10 or newer). It arrives pre-calibrated and works plug and play over USB; SmartControl and SmartControl Live are free optional downloads.

What does SmartControl add?

Non-linear output curves, deadzones and required-force settings, saved into profiles - all without recalibrating. SmartControl Live runs in the background while you drive and switches profiles at the touch of a button, for example between a gravel and a tarmac handbrake setup.

Heusinkveld Handbrake V2 or Sim-Lab XB1?

The Handbrake V2 is the more adjustable of the two: stainless steel construction, linear 22 kg measurement, horizontal or vertical lever and base, yaw-adjustable mounting and SmartControl profiles. The Sim-Lab XB1 covers the loadcell fundamentals in full aluminium at a lower price, with a 3-year warranty. Both are PC only.