Product Overview
The Series 18VRG Guitar Potentiometer with push-pull switch is a robust, high-quality component designed for guitar players seeking versatile control over tone and pickup switching. Its compact 18mm package, reduced shaft wobble, low noise output, and smooth rotational feel make it an ideal choice for guitar designs. Available with short and long bushing options, various standard resistances, tapers, and shaft trims, it offers customization to meet specific requirements. The potentiometer features a push-pull switch for multi-functionality.
Product Attributes
- Brand: CTS
- Certifications: RoHS3 Directive 2015/863, REACH SVHC Directive EC 1907/2006
Technical Specifications
| Series | Description | Rotational Life | Temperature Range | Resistance Values | Taper Options | Bushing Options | Shaft Options | Switch Type | Switch Contact Arrangement | Switch Contact Resistance | Switch Operating Life |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18VRG | 18mm Guitar Potentiometer w/Push-Pull Switch | 15,000 cycles | -10C to +70C | 25k, 50k, 250k, 300k, 500k | 10% Log, 15% Log, Linear, 15% Antilog | Short, Long | Various standard resistances & tapers | Push-Pull | DPDT | 20 m max. | 10,000 cycles |
Electrical Specifications
| Parameter | Min | Typical | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Resistance Tolerance | -20 | +20 | % | |
| Power Rating (Linear) | +0.1 | watt | ||
| Power Rating (Audio) | +0.05 | watt | ||
| Operating Voltage | +150 | VAC | ||
| Residual Resistance | +2 | |||
| Slider Noise (R<250 k) | +47 | mV | ||
| Slider Noise (R250 k) | +60 | mV | ||
| Insulation Resistance (500 VDC for 1 min.) | +100 | M | ||
| Dielectric Strength (500 VAC for 1 min., no arcing) | ||||
| Switch Power Rating | 3 VDC @ 0.3 amps |
Mechanical Specifications
| Parameter | Min | Typical | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Mechanical Travel | 300 | +10/-5 | ||
| Operating Torque | 20 | 300 | gf-cm | |
| Stop Strength | 8 | kgf-cm | ||
| Shaft Push-Pull Strength | 10 | kgf for 3 sec. | ||
| Switch Stroke | 4 | 0.8 | mm | |
| Switch Operating Force | 1 | kgf | ||
| Panel Nut Tightening Torque | 10 | kgf-cm | ||
| IP Rating | 40 | |||
| Weight | 15 | grams |
Environmental Specifications
| Parameter | Min | Typical | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating Temperature | -10 | +70 | C |
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