CTS 282 Series Potentiometers: Precision Control Solution in Tractor Armrests

Introduction

The 282 CTS Series potentiometers are an ideal choice for high-precision industrial applications, such as controlling functions in tractor armrests.

Thanks to their robust construction and advanced features, they effectively meet the reliability and durability requirements of modern electronic control systems.

Customer Description

The customer is a leading company in the agricultural sector, specializing in the production of high-end tractors. With a strong focus on innovation and operational efficiency, the company was looking for reliable and customizable electronic components to optimize the functions integrated into the control armrests of its tractors.

The main goal was to improve ergonomics and precision of operations, while ensuring high durability.

Initial Challenge

The customer needed a component that not only met IP65/IP67 protection standards, but also offered:

A long operating life (at least 2 million cycles).
High precision in linearity (±2%).
Wide range of configurations to suit the technical specifications of the armrests.
The main challenge was to find a product that could combine these features with design flexibility and an optimal cost-benefit ratio.

Project objectives

The project aimed to:

Provide customized and reliable potentiometers for controlling integrated functions..
Offer technical assistance in selecting the components best suited to the customer's needs.
Ensure optimal solution integration to improve efficiency and final product quality.

These objectives were essential to ensure improved tractor functionality and end-customer satisfaction.

Analysis and Evaluation of Proposals

Evaluating options
During the analysis phase, our team considered several solutions, evaluating them based on:

Technical specifications: resistance, linearity and durability.
Reliability: compatibility with other electronic components of the armres
Cost-benefit: Cost optimization without compromising quality..
Scalability: Ability to deliver components over the long term.

Technical Consultancy
We worked closely with the customer’s design team, providing support in the selection and configuration of the potentiometers, and ensuring that the selected solutions were perfectly integrated with the armrest specifications..

Presentation of the solution

Solution Description
The chosen solution was the CTS Series 282 potentiometer , thanks to the following distinctive features:

Conductive plastic element , which guarantees precision and long life.
Extended operating life up to 2 million cycles.
IP65/IP67 protection, ideal for agricultural environments.
Continuous rotation and customizable configurations for resistance and size.

Features and Benefits

Improved Performance: Superior precision and durability have optimized the control of functions in the armrests.
Energy efficiency: reduced consumption thanks to the quality of the components.
Cost reduction: less maintenance required and greater longevity.

Integration with the Final Product
The solution has been perfectly integrated with the electronic systems of the armrest, improving the sensitivity and responsiveness of the controls, without compromising the ergonomic design..

Customer Benefits

Benefits for the Customer
The results achieved include::

Improved quality : increased reliability and durability of the armrests.
Cost optimization: reduction of maintenance and production costs.
End-user satisfaction: the tractors have received positive feedback for the precision and reliability of the controls.

Customer Feedback

"By working with the team, we were able to integrate a high-quality solution that significantly improved the performance of our tractors. The customization offered made the difference."

Conclusions

The 282 CTS Series has proven to be a winning choice for applications requiring precision and long-term reliability. If your company needs custom electronic solutions to improve its products, contact us today for a dedicated technical consultation