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Hall Effect Upgrade for Controllers in Vienna
Hall Effect upgrade at StickFix 50 EUR. Magnetic TMR sticks instead of potentiometers, no wear, no stick drift. For all controller brands.
Parts included
No extra costs
3 Month Warranty
Extension available
Free diagnosis
No obligation
The Problem
Why your controller drifts
Every standard controller uses potentiometers in the analog sticks. These are tiny carbon contact pads that rub against each other with every movement. After a few hundred hours of use, the contact surfaces are worn down, values become inaccurate, and the stick starts to drift. This is not a defect, it is a design flaw: mechanical contact means mechanical wear.
PS5, Xbox, Steam Deck, Joy-Con: They all use the same potentiometers. Stick drift hits every controller sooner or later. Standard replacement parts just delay the problem. You need something different.
The Solution
Hall Effect: Zero contact, zero wear
Hall Effect sticks work completely differently. Instead of mechanical contact, they measure the stick position via a magnetic field. A small magnet on the stick moves over a sensor that measures the field strength. No contact, no abrasion, no wear. The technology lasts practically indefinitely because there is nothing that can wear down.
Comparison
Potentiometer vs. Hall Effect
The direct comparison shows why Hall Effect is the superior technology. Potentiometers are cheaper to manufacture but more expensive in the long run because you need to repair every 6 to 12 months.
| Property | Potentiometer | Hall Effect / TMR |
|---|---|---|
| Wear | Mechanical abrasion with every use | No contact, no wear |
| Precision | Decreases over time | Constant, even after years |
| Lifespan | 6-18 months with daily use | Practically unlimited |
| Drift Risk | Unavoidable, just a matter of time | Technically impossible |
| Price | Cheap, but recurring costs | 50 EUR, one-time investment |
Hall Effect sticks are the permanent solution against stick drift. An upgrade, not a replacement.
Compatibility
Which controllers are compatible?
We install Hall Effect and TMR sticks in virtually every controller. Standard or custom, we have the right modules.
How it works
4 steps to your upgrade
Send inquiry
Via contact form, WhatsApp or phone. Tell us which controller you have.
Drop off controller
Come by in Vienna 1160 or send it by mail. Austria, Germany, Switzerland.
Installation & test
We replace the potentiometers with Hall Effect sticks. Installation takes about 30 minutes. Then a function test.
Done, no more drift
You get your controller back. With 3 months warranty (extension to 6 or 12 months available) and sticks that will never drift again.
Hall Effect Upgrade
One stick pair (left and right) is replaced with Hall Effect or TMR modules. Price applies to all controller brands. Including parts, installation and function test.
50 EUR
per stick pair, all brands, incl. installation & parts
Austria-wide
Not in Vienna? No problem.
You can send your controller by mail. We do the Hall Effect upgrade and send it back. Works across Austria, but also from Germany and Switzerland.
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Warranty Options
Standard
3 months
included
With every repair
Shield+
6 months
+7.50 EUR
Recommended
Shield Pro
12 months
+12.50 EUR
Peace of mind
Express Repair
+10 EUR
Same day or next business day
Common Questions
FAQ about Hall Effect Upgrade
We swap the original potentiometers in your sticks for magnetic sensors. They work without contact, don't wear out, and therefore can't drift. 50 EUR per stick pair, installation included.
Pretty much any. PS5 DualSense, Xbox, Joy-Con, Steam Deck, SCUF, Aim Controller, Rocket Games, Lux, FTW. If you're unsure, just ask us.
Practically forever, because nothing wears out mechanically. That's why we offer our drift-free promise: if the stick ever drifts, we fix it for free.
Both use magnets and are completely drift-free. TMR is the newer generation with slightly higher precision. Both are a massive upgrade over any stock stick.
Yes, no problem. Ship your controller, we upgrade it and send it back. return shipping Austria 10 EUR, Germany and Switzerland 15 EUR. Takes 1 to 3 business days plus postal transit.
Ready for the upgrade?
No more stick drift. No wear. No repurchasing. Hall Effect is the permanent solution for your controller.
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