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CTS CORPORATION  Elkhart, Indiana 46514  •  574-523-3800   

January 28, 2014

FOR RELEASE:  Immediately

CTS Introduces Rotary DIP Switch

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

The new CTS 220 Series rotary DIP switch has a compact size of 7 x 7mm and is available with three different position options and two different terminal styles.  The 220 Series is now available for samples and production orders.   CTS will also introduce the 221 Series 10 x 10mm rotary DIP switch in the second quarter 2014.


220 Series Key features

  • Standard through hole & gull wing terminals available
  • 4,10,16 positions
  • 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 100mA at 50 Vdc
  • Stable contact resistance while under electrical load
  • Very competitive price

The 220 Series is used in servers, circuit breakers, security systems, HVAC systems and is also ideal for industrial, communication and video applications.  The robust construction and material allow operation over a wide temperature 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. 

Established in 1896, CTS has supplied DIP switches for the past 45 years. CTS is one of the largest suppliers in the DIP switch market.  CTS supports customers worldwide with global sales, applications engineering, logistics and distribution.

For more information on the CTS 220 Series visit:

http://www.ctscorp.com/components/dip_switches.asp; for information on other Electrocomponent products visit http://www.ctscorp.com/components; or contact your local sales representative or CTS Customer Service representative.

About CTS
CTS 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 manufactures products in North America, Europe and Asia. CTS' stock is traded on the NYSE under the ticker symbol "CTS."   

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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 1.A 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.

Contact:     

Ashish Agrawal, Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

CTS Corporation, 905 West Boulevard North, Elkhart, IN 46514
Telephone: 574-523-3800


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