Compact And Reliable Rotary DIP Switches On Display At Electronica 2014

CTS Corporation , through its Electrocomponents business unit is debuting new rotary DIP switches at Electronica 2014 in Messe München, Germany at Hall B5 Booth 355. The 220 & 221 Series compact size and durability are extremely popular for use in a variety of applications.

220 & 221 Series rotary DIP switches combine reliability and robust construction with competitive pricing. These switches feature BCD & Hexadecimal output, various switch positions (4, 10 and 16) and through-hole and gull wing terminal styles. The 220 (7x7mm) and 221 (10x10mm) Series are designed for drop-in replacement as well as new designs. The construction and materials allow for operation over a wide temperature range which makes these switches suitable for most applications including: circuit breakers, fire & security systems, HVAC systems, industrial, communication, and video applications.

Other key features of these new rotary DIP switches include:

• Precise detents
• Clear manual operation feel
• Long life, up to 10,000 steps actuation
• Center flush rotor or several shaft options available
• Maximum rating of 100 mA at 50 VDC
• Stable contact resistance while under electrical load

“CTS is one of the largest suppliers in the DIP switch market,” says Michael Jamiolkowski, Director of Global Marketing and Sales for Electrocomponents. “At this year's Electronica 2014, we are expanding our portfolio so customers can choose from our broad selection of DIP switches.”

About CTS Electrocomponents
CTS Electrocomponents, a business unit of CTS Corporation, is a leading provider of electromechanical components including precision potentiometers, position sensors, encoders, DIP switches, trimmers, rotary switches, mini-joysticks, small engine TPS, and acceleration modules for OEMs worldwide. The Electrocomponents business unit has a manufacturing location in Kaohsiung, Taiwan.

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