CTS Introduces Small, Low Profile Strain Gage Pointing Stick for Cursor Control Applications.

ELKHART, Ind.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 9, 1999--

CTS Corporation, a leading manufacturer of strain gage pointing stick devices (cursor controls) for notebook computers, today announced a smaller, more improved product for use in laptop computer, video game controller and directional joy stick control applications.

The new CTS Series 108 3DTrackStik(TM) pointing stick features both a small package outline and a low profile design -- ideal characteristics for today's thinner notebooks and subnotebooks. Additionally, the symmetrical nature of the mounting base allows the 3DTrackStik(TM) to be rotated in 90 degree increments providing more options to route the flex cable to the system board.

All CTS pointing stick designs utilize a solid square ceramic post construction on which thick film strain sensitive resistors are imbedded onto the four sides of the post with a high temperature firing process, insuring long-term reliability and consistent performance. The CTS patented design maximizes the navigation stresses of the user and minimizes the effects of external stresses induced by potentially rough use of the keyboard.

The CTS 3DTrackStik(TM) additionally features full X, Y and Z motion control; linear, repeatable, true direction output; no moving mechanical parts; ESD shield built into the keyboard mounting scheme; and liquid intrusion resistant design.

Series 108 samples are now available for interested customers. Production quantities will be offered in 1Q 2000, competitively priced under $4.00 each. For complete CTS 3DTrackStik(TM) Technical Data, or to request Series 108 samples, contact your nearest CTS Sales Representative, International Sales Agent or Technical Help Centers in North America (CTS Resistor/Electrocomponents, Phone: [phone]), Japan (CTS Japan, Inc., Phone: [phone]), or Taiwan (A.M. Road Electronics Co. Ltd., Phone: [phone]); or Dave Poole, Product Manager, CTS Resistor/Electrocomponents, Phone: [phone], Ext. 169; Fax: [phone]; E-mail: [e-mail]. For additional information on quality, reliable CTS resistor network, chip resistor or chip resistor array products, visit the CTS website at www.ctscorp.com, product category Resistor Products/Networks/Arrays.

CTS Corporation (NYSE:CTS) designs, manufactures and sells a broad line of electronic components and custom electronic assemblies for OEM customers primarily in the communications equipment, automotive and computer equipment markets worldwide. CTS operates manufacturing facilities in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Scotland, Singapore, Taiwan and China. For additional information, visit our website at www.ctscorp.com.