Can anyone ID this knob - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / beginners

author: jpanhalt
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: February 13, 2023, 09:18:06 pm
content: Is this a joke? Where did you find it?FWIW, mechanical parts, knobs, etc. are the only things I save from salvaged equipment.

author: jpanhalt
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: February 13, 2023, 09:29:27 pm
content: Sorry, I already made a list. Please ignore:https://www.tubesandmore.com/search/node/knobshttps://www.surplussales.com/ShaftHardware/knobs-17.htmlhttps://www.electronicsurplus.com/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIv9Cfm7iT_QIV1ubjBx0XNwQbEAAYASAAEgLd1_D_BwEI won't be adding to it.

author: Benta
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: February 13, 2023, 09:47:03 pm
content: Quote from: dorkshoei on February 13, 2023, 09:25:29 pmYes, I found that reply less than helpful as well. More like subterrainian. But it's not the first time.Perhaps someone like OKW? (didn't look through it myself):https://www.okw.co.uk/en/Products/Potentiometer-Tuning-knobs.htm

author: james_s
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: February 13, 2023, 10:08:02 pm
content: Do you have a piece of equipment the knob came from? It can be almost impossible to find an exact replacement for some random knob, often they were custom made for a specific device, or made by a company that is long gone. You should be able to find something close without too much effort though. If you have multiple knobs and need to replace one you could replace all of them so they match. or maybe someone with a 3D resin printer could make you a new one.

author: james_s
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: February 13, 2023, 10:20:03 pm
content: The OEM can tell you it was an off the shelf part but they can't tell you what company made it? That would be very helpful to know.

author: Gyro
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: February 13, 2023, 10:30:34 pm
content: That sounds like a (fairly primitive) internal part designation from the BOM.Probably a silly question, but how many other knobs are there on the unit? If few then it might be easier to change the others [Edit: to something you can obtain].

author: Kim Christensen
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: February 13, 2023, 11:07:46 pm
content: Quote from: dorkshoei on February 13, 2023, 09:03:34 pmWhat is the name of the equipment manufacturer?Many times they will use the same knob on multiple pieces of gear. If you can find the manual of the other stuff they made, where they used the same knob, you may find an actual part number.I've seen so many knobs. After a while they all look the same.

author: dorkshoei
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: February 13, 2023, 11:24:59 pm
content: If you happen to be able to ID the knob based on the pictures in the first post please reply. Otherwise, feel free to move onto the next thread.I asked here after having checked other products by the same OEM, after having obtained the OEM part#, after contacting the OEM and obviously being aware I can replace all the knobs with something else or 3D print.I am merely asking if anyone can ID the knob.I understand there are thousands of knobs and it's unlikely but it's still OK to ask.

author: james_s
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: February 13, 2023, 11:25:03 pm
content: It's easier to simply ignore replies that you do not find helpful rather than complaining about people that are trying to help you. If anyone recognizes the knob they will say so. Most know this is a longshot so they are offering alternate ideas.

author: dorkshoei
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: February 13, 2023, 11:26:06 pm
content: Quote from: james_s on February 13, 2023, 11:25:03 pmI don't need alternative ideas.

author: james_s
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: February 13, 2023, 11:27:15 pm
content: Quote from: dorkshoei on February 13, 2023, 11:26:06 pmSomebody else might.Frankly with rude reactions like this I think you're unlikely to get anyone to waste their time trying to help.

author: xrunner
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: February 13, 2023, 11:32:23 pm
content: Quote from: dorkshoei on February 13, 2023, 11:24:59 pmWhoistheOEM