What size holes do I need to drill for the buttons and joystick? In inches or fractions please.

I used a 1 1/8" spade bit for the large buttons & a 7/8" spade bit for the smaller buttons & hole for the joystick. I guess a 30mm & a 24mm step drill respectively would work if you are only drilling through a thin panel.

Can the Joystick be set to 4-way only? I see a picture indicating it can be changed from 8 to 4-way however this is not listed in the description.

Yes. There is a plastic piece that you take off, rotate, and put back on. The first time you take it off, it is very stiff and difficult.

How do you suggest we protect the usb encoder board? does it need to be placed inside an enclosure?

Most people do put all this into an enclosure. If you search for arcade controllers you can see where it’s placed inside the arcade box with other stuff like a raspberry pi for example.

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EG STARTS Arcade Buttons 1 Player DIY Kit Joystick 5V LED Arcade Button for Arcade Stick PC Games Mame Raspberry pi

EG STARTS Arcade Buttons 1 Player DIY Kit Joystick 5V LED Arcade Button for Arcade Stick PC Games Mame Raspberry pi

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EG STARTS
Compatible devices
Windows
Connectivity technology
USB
Controller type
Joystick
Model name
raspberry pi

🎮8-way precision joystick

💡5V LED illuminated buttons

🔌Zero delay USB encoder

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🎯 Level up your retro gaming setup with pro-grade precision and eye-catching LED flair!

COMPLETE DIY ARCADE KIT - Includes everything from multicolor buttons to wiring and installation guides—perfect for retro gaming enthusiasts and makers.
VIBRANT LED ILLUMINATION - Stand out with 5V LED pushbuttons that light up on press, customizable to stay lit for that extra arcade flair.
PRO LEVEL PRECISION CONTROL - Experience flawless gameplay with an 8-way professional joystick designed for ultimate responsiveness.
PLUG PLAY USB COMPATIBILITY - Zero delay USB encoder ensures seamless, lag-free connection with all Windows systems and Raspberry Pi setups.
BUILT TO LAST A MILLION CLICKS - Durable microswitches with gilded contacts guarantee over 1,000,000 reliable cycles—game on without worry.

The EG STARTS Arcade Buttons 1 Player DIY Kit features a high-quality 8-way joystick and 16 multicolor 5V LED illuminated pushbuttons with built-in microswitches rated for over 1 million cycles. Equipped with a zero delay USB encoder, it offers plug-and-play compatibility with Windows PCs and Raspberry Pi systems, making it an ideal choice for DIY arcade projects and retro gaming enthusiasts seeking reliable, vibrant controls.

Specifications

ASIN	B01M2X88QP
Best Sellers Rank	64,753 in PC & Video Games ( See Top 100 in PC & Video Games ) 231 in PC Joysticks
Brand Name	EG STARTS
Button Quantity	16
Colour	Multicolor
Compatible Devices	Windows
Connectivity Technology	USB
Controller Type	Joystick
Customer Reviews	4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (578)
Hardware Platform	PC
Item Dimensions	17.5 x 9.5 x 11.5 centimetres
Item Weight	520 Grams
Manufacturer	EG Starts
Manufacturer Part Number	EG-1/5VDIY/MIX-R
Model Name	raspberry pi
Model Number	1/5VDIY/MIX-R
Package Quantity	1
Power Source	Corded Electric
Special Features	noise-canceling
UPC	710525504678

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