| Component: (Network and Table) | |
|---|---|
| Network | 2402402 - Disclosure - Accounts Receivable - Components of Accounts Receivable (Details) (http://www.ctscorp.com/role/AccountsReceivableComponentsOfAccountsReceivableDetails) |
| Table | (Implied) |
| Reporting Entity [Axis] | 0000026058 (http://www.sec.gov/CIK) |
| Receivables [Abstract] | Period [Axis] | |
|---|---|---|
2016-12-31 | 2015-12-31 | |
Receivables [Abstract] | ||
Accounts Receivable | ||
Accounts receivable, gross | ||
Less: Allowance for doubtful accounts | ( | ( |
Accounts receivable, net | 62,612,000 | 54,563,000 |