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CTS Introduces a New Rotary DIP Switch
[January 28, 2015]

CTS Introduces a New Rotary DIP Switch


CTS (News - Alert) Corporation (NYSE: CTS) is pleased to announce the addition of a new rotary DIP switch to its product portfolio of DIP switches, mechanical encoders, optical encoders, precision potentiometers, position sensors and rotary switches.

The new CTS 221 Series rotary DIP switch has a compact size of 10 x 10mm and is available in a 10-position or 16-position version, in surface mount or through-hole style and with three rotor or shaft options. The 221 Series is now available for samples and production orders.

221 Series Key Features

  • Compact size, 10 x 10mm
  • 10 & 16 positions
  • Precise detents
  • Standard through-hole & gull wing terminals available
  • 2.54mm pitch terminal spacing
  • BCD & Hexadecimal output
  • Long life: Up to 20,000 actuation steps
  • Center flush rotor or several shaft options available
  • Maximum rating of 100mA at 50 VDC

The 221 series is used in servers, circuit breakers, security systems, HVAC systems and is also ideal for industrial, communications and video applications. The robust construction and material allow operation over a wide range which makes it suitable for most applications.

The CTS 220 and 221 product series provide the excellent reliability customers have come to expect from CTS. All CTS DIP switches are REACH and ROHS compliant.

For more iformation and specifications on CTS Switches & Controls products, please call +1- 574-523-3856 or email [email protected], or contact a supporting CTS Sales Representative or one of CTS' many distribution partners.



About CTS

CTS is a leading designer and manufacturer of electronic components and sensors and a provider of services to OEMs in the automotive, communications, medical, defense and aerospace, industrial and computer markets. CTS manufactures products in North America, Europe and Asia. CTS' stock is traded on the NYSE under the ticker symbol "CTS."


Safe Harbor

This document contains statements that are, or may be deemed to be, forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, any financial or other guidance, statements that reflect our current expectations concerning future results and events, and any other statements that are not based solely on historical fact. Forward-looking statements are based on management's expectations, certain assumptions and currently available information. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof and are based on various assumptions as to future events, the occurrence of which necessarily are subject to uncertainties. These forward-looking statements are made subject to certain risks, uncertainties and other factors, which could cause our actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from those presented in the forward-looking statements. Examples of factors that may affect future operating results and financial condition include, but are not limited to: changes in the economy generally and in respect to the businesses in which CTS operates; unanticipated issues in integrating acquisitions; the results of actions to reposition our businesses; rapid technological change; general market conditions in the automotive, communications, and computer industries, as well as conditions in the industrial, defense and aerospace, and medical markets; reliance on key customers; unanticipated natural disasters or other events; the ability to protect our intellectual property; pricing pressures and demand for our products; and risks associated with our international operations, including trade and tariff barriers, exchange rates and political and geopolitical risks. Many of these, and other, risks and uncertainties are discussed in further detail in Item 1A. of the Annual Report on Form 10-K. We undertake no obligation to publicly update our forward-looking statements to reflect new information or events or circumstances that arise after the date hereof, including market or industry changes.


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