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CTS Releases New VR Series Panel Potentiometers

Lisle, IL – CTS Corporation (NYSE: CTS) has announced the release of the new VR Series family of panel potentiometers for use in a variety of applications in a wide variety of markets from industrial to medical to consumer products.  As equipment platforms continue to evolve, CTS continues to expand its portfolio of potentiometer products to offer customers options and value-added solutions. 

The VR Series family of panel potentiometers offers a variety of sizes ranging from 9mm to 14mm packages.  All models are available with and without bushing, horizontal and vertical mount styles, various standard resistance values and a variety of tapers.  Rotational life ranges from 5,000 cycles to 30,000 cycles, and have a wide operating temperature range of -10°C to +70°C.  Select models offering the dual output option have excellent tracking performance at ±2dB.  Shaft length and trim options are available.  In addition, Series 12VR offers backlit illuminated shafts for those applications requiring an illuminated control in dim or dark spaces.  LEDs are available in single, dual and three-color options in a variety of colors. Applications can be found in many market segments including industrial, medical, communications, audio, and consumer.  A few of the applications include:

• Medical
  • Ultrasound Scanner
  • Portable Vitals Monitor
  • Portable EKG
• Communications
  • SW Radio
  • Base Stations
• Electronic Test Equipment
  • Oscilloscopes
  • Power Supplies
  • Frequency Generators
• Audio Equipment
  • Mixing Boards
  • Sound Processors
  • Guitar Effect Boxes
  • Instrument Amplifiers
• Consumer Appliances
  • Blenders
  • Toaster Ovens
  • Juicers
  • Food Processors

Custom modifications required to fit specific applications are available on request.  Please contact your local CTS Sales Representative for details.  Complete product listings and data sheets can be found on the CTS website at: https://www.ctscorp.com/products/controls.

Sales Contact
Production volume and samples are available now. To request additional information, visit the CTS website at https://www.ctscorp.com/contact.

About CTS
CTS (NYSE: CTS) is a leading designer and manufacturer of products that Sense, Connect, and Move.
The company manufactures sensors, actuators, and electronic components in North America, Europe, and Asia. CTS provides solutions to OEMs in the aerospace, communications, defense, industrial, information technology, medical, and transportation markets.

For more information on CTS Corporation, please visit www.ctscorp.com.

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