Series 442 Linear Motion 1/4 Watt Composition Slide Controls is a 1/4 watt power slide control with a wide resistance range of 200 ohms to 5 megohms and multiple mounting options.
The CTS Series 442 is a 1% linear slider potentiometer offering a 31.7 mm travel and a wide resistance range. It is available with various resistance tapers, mounting styles, and terminal options, and is RoHS compliant.
The sheet lists electrical and mechanical specifications such as a 0.25 W power rating, voltage ratings up to 500 VDC (end terminals) and 1080 VAC (case to end), operating temperature from 0 °C to +70 °C, and detailed mounting dimensions and ordering information.
| Slider travel | 31.7 mm |
|---|---|
| Power rating | 0.25 W @ 55 °C (derated to no load @ 85 °C) |
| Resistance tolerance (standard) | +20 % |
| Voltage rating (end terminals, linear curves) | 500 VDC |
| Voltage rating (case to end terminals) | 1080 VAC RMS |
| Operating temperature | 0 °C – +70 °C |
| Operating force | 1 – 9 in‑oz (28 – 256 gf‑cm) |
The slider travel is 31.7 mm (1 %).
Top, bottom, side, or no‑twist‑tab mounting options are provided.