The document provides the specification information of CTS® Series 295 Long Life Variable Resistor, including resistance range, resistance accuracy, power rating, shaft information, total rotation angle, mounting information, locating lugs, operating temperature, insulation resistance, rotational torque, rotational life, features and characteristics, etc.
The CTS Series 295 is a rotary potentiometer designed for low‑noise, long‑life applications such as joysticks. It offers a wide resistance range, various shaft options, and RoHS compliance.
Key specifications include a linear taper from 10 kΩ to 1 MΩ, power ratings up to 1/3 W, a mechanical rotation of 300° ± 15°, and a rated life of 1 million cycles. Detailed mounting information is provided for bushing and faston styles, with multiple shaft and lug configurations available.
| Resistance Range | 10 kΩ through 1 MΩ |
|---|---|
| Resistance Tolerance (Standard) | +30 % |
| Power Rating (≤100 kΩ) | 1/3 W @ 55 °C |
| Power Rating (>100 kΩ) | 1/4 W @ 55 °C |
| Insulation Resistance | ≥100 MΩ @ 100 VDC |
| Operating Temperature | -10 °C to +85 °C |
| Mechanical Rotation Angle | 300° ± 15° |
| Effective Rotation Angle | 30° to 290° |
| Linearity (Standard) | 5 % |
| Rotational Torque | 14–144 gf·cm (0.2–2.0 in‑oz) |
| Rotational Life | 1 000 000 cycles |
| Shaft Diameter | 6.35 mm (0.250") |
| Bushing Mount Thread | EIA 3/8‑32 UNEF‑2A |
| Standard Bushing Length | 9.53 mm (0.375") or 6.35 mm (0.250") |
It offers a linear taper from 10 kΩ up to 1 MΩ.
The rating is 1/3 W at 55 °C.
The potentiometer is rated for 1 million cycles.