uxcell 10 PCS 6mm Shaft Insert Dia Black Plastic Potentiometer Knobs Caps

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D shaft potentiometers (also called "flatted" potentiometers) bear resemblance to their name: The shaft forms a "D" shape, with one flat edge.

Featuring a top hat flange as well as a shank for internal threading, these are extremely versatile as well as easy to use product popular inside a host of industries.

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For best fit, use a Potentiometer Adapter. These smooth brass sleeves slide onto the pot shaft, converting a 6.0mm pot into 1/4". If yes, what are you waiting for? Buy that knob! If no, then let's see if we can find you a "close enough" fit that functions well and looks awesome.

There are three main types of potentiometer shafts in our audio world: smooth shaft,18T split/knurled shaft,and D shaft. The knob you use will depend on the shaft style.The "18T" in this potentiometer refers to the number of "teeth" around the shaft. Each one helps to grip the inside of a 18T or 36T knurled shaft knob, which features corresponding teeth. Keep reading for some basic information on sizes and styles of potentiometer shafts, how to measure shaft diameters of potentiometers and knobs, and "close enough" tips that can help you make a decision on whether a particular knob will fit on your piece of gear. Potentiometer Sizes and Styles A smooth shaft knob can be retrofit, using a shim, to fit a D shaft pot. Additionally,1/4" knobs with long set screws should still work—as long as the set screw is long enough.