CTS Series 18VRG 18mm Guitar Potentiometer w/Push-Pull Switch
The Series 18VRG Guitar Potentiometer with push-pull switch is a robust, high-quality component designed for guitarists, offering a convenient multi-function control for tone and pickup switching. It features a compact 18mm package, reduced shaft wobble, low noise output, and a smooth rotational feel. This potentiometer is ideal for guitar design requirements, providing versatile control options.
Product Attributes
- Brand: CTS
- Product Type: 18mm Guitar Potentiometer w/Push-Pull Switch
- Certifications: RoHS3 Directive 2015/863, REACH SVHC Directive EC 1907/2006
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
| Package Size | 18 mm |
| Rotational Life | 15,000 cycles |
| Temperature Range | -10C to +70C |
| Signal-to-Noise Output | Superb |
| Bushing Options | Short and long |
| Resistance Values | Variety of standard resistances & tapers (e.g., 25k, 50k, 250k, 300k, 500k) |
| Taper Options | 10% Log, 15% Log, Linear, 15% Antilog, JIS tapers available |
| Detent Option | No Detent (N) |
| Shaft Trim Options | Split Knurled (K), Slotted (S) |
| Terminal Style | Solder Lugs (T) |
| Bushing Length Options | .375 (9.53mm), .750 (19.1mm) |
| Shaft Length Options | .750 (19.1mm), 1.000 (25.4mm) |
| Total Resistance Tolerance | -20 +20 % |
| Power Rating (Linear) | +0.1 watt |
| Power Rating (Audio) | +0.05 watt |
| Operating Voltage | +150 VAC |
| Residual Resistance | +2 max. |
| Slider Noise (R<250 k) | +47 mV max. |
| Slider Noise (R250 k) | +60 mV max. |
| Insulation Resistance | +100 M min. (500 VDC for 1 min.) |
| Dielectric Strength | 500 VAC for 1 min., no arcing |
| Switch Power Rating | 3 VDC @ 0.3 amps |
| Switch Contact Resistance | 20 m max. |
| Total Mechanical Travel | 300 +10/-5 |
| Operating Torque | 20 to 300 gf-cm |
| Stop Strength | 8 kgf-cm min. |
| Shaft Push-Pull Strength | 10 kgf for 3 sec. |
| Switch Type | Push-Pull Switch |
| Switch Contact Arrangement | DPDT |
| Switch Stroke | 4 mm 0.8 mm |
| Switch Operating Force | 1 kgf max. |
| Switch Operating Life | 10,000 cycles |
| Panel Nut Tightening Torque | 10 kgf-cm |
| IP Rating | 40 |
| Mounting Hardware | One flat washer, one lock washer, and two mounting hex nuts supplied per unit |
| Packaging | Tray. Furnish with washer, lock washer and nut in separate package. |
| Weight | 15 grams |
| Operating Temperature | -10C to +70C |
| Soldering Conditions (Wave) | Preheat: 100C max for 2 min max; Solder temperature: 260C 5C for 5 sec max.; No clean foam flux recommended |
| Soldering Conditions (Manual) | 350C 5C for 3 sec max.; Sn95Ag5 no clean solder |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | 1 |
| ESD Classification (HBM) | Not applicable |
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