Series 026
®
Industrial
15/16"
(24mm) Diameter,
5-Watt,Wirewound
Variable Resistors
Features
• Dust-proof construction
Water splash proof construction available
5-watt power rating
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• Superior resistance stability in temperature
and environment change
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Tandem constructions available
• Bushing or twist tab mounting
• Available with pull-push and rotary
power switches
• Excellent linearity performance
• RoHS compliant
Electrical and Mechanical Specifications
Resistance Tapers
Resistance Range
Standard: Linear or 20% audio
Special: Consult CTS
Linear : 1 ohm through 25K ohms
Audio : 20 ohms through 10K ohms
Linearity
Resistance Tolerance
Standard: 3% linearity
Special: Consult CTS
Standard : ± 10%
Special : Tighter tolerance available in most
resistance values
Power Switches
Power Rating
Rotary Pole-SPST, DPST & SPDT
Pull-Push Pole-SPST (Pull-ON, Push-OFF)
5 watts @25°C, 4 watts @ 55°C, derated to
no load at 105°C, linear taper
(Derating required on two section countols.)
Rotational Angle
Mechanical Rotation:
Without switch: 300°±5°
Voltage Rating
With switch:
300°±5°
Bushing to Terminals:
Effective Rotation:
High pot test, one minute -- 1,000 VAC
Operating maximum -- 500 VDC
Without switch: 280°±5°
With switch:
265°±5°
Rotational Torque:
Across End Terminals:
Standard: 3/4 to 6 in. oz (54 - 432 gf-cm)
Special: higher torque models available, consult CTS
350 VDC maximum, load not to exceed
wattage rating.
Operating Temperature
-30°C to +85°C
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10/15/06
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