CTS Series 026 Technical Data Sheet

Product introduction: resistor;Brand: cts;Model: 026;Product features: 5 watt power rating, superior temperature and environmental change resistance stability, can be used with terminal seat or winding terminal, can be equipped with pull-push and rotary power switches, excellent linearity performance.


CTS Series 026 Technical Data Sheet - cover page
Brand
CTS
Category
Other Electronics
Document type
Datasheet
Language
English
Pages
4
File format
PDF
File size
822 KB
Published
03 May, 2012
Updated
02 October, 2023
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About this manual

The CTS Series 026 is a family of resistive and switch components offering dust‑proof construction, water‑splash protection, and RoHS compliance. Features include a 5‑watt power rating, superior temperature stability, and various mounting options such as bushing or twist‑tab.

The sheet lists electrical specifications like resistance ranges, tolerance, power ratings, and operating temperature, as well as mechanical details for shaft sizes, bushing dimensions, and rotation angles. Custom shaft and mounting options are available, and a long‑life construction can provide up to 100 K cycles.

What's inside

  • Features
  • Electrical and Mechanical Specifications
  • Resistance Range
  • Power Switches
  • Mechanical Rotation
  • Operating Temperature
  • Shaft Information
  • Mounting Information
  • Long Life Construction
  • Ordering Information

Specifications

Power Rating5 W @25 °C, 4 W @55 °C
Linear Resistance Range1 Ω through 25 kΩ
Audio Resistance Range20 Ω through 10 kΩ
Operating Temperature-30 °C to +85 °C
Standard Shaft Diameter0.438 in (11.1 mm)
Bushing Mount Diameter3/8‑32 UNEF‑2A thread
Mechanical Rotation (no switch)300° 45°
Long Life Construction Life50 K–100 K cycles

Frequently asked questions

What is the power rating of the Series 026 switches?

The Series 026 switches are rated at 5 W at 25 °C and 4 W at 55 °C.

What resistance ranges are available for the Series 026?

Linear taper resistors range from 1 Ω to 25 kΩ, while audio taper resistors range from 20 Ω to 10 kΩ.

What is the operating temperature range?

The device operates from –30 °C up to +85 °C.

What mounting options does the Series 026 support?

Mounting options include bushing mounting, twist‑tab mounting, and various lug configurations.

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