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Sourcing different knobs and shaft compatibility

Posted: Feb 4th, '17, 20:22
by demos
Hi

I am looking to possibly get the below knobs for my nava. (until hopefully another batch of the 11mm and 15mm are available)


http://uk.farnell.com/mentor/521-6191/k ... dp/1282593

http://uk.farnell.com/mentor/522-611/kn ... dp/1282595


My question is.. are the diameter of shafts 6mm or 6.3? as the knobs for sale with the kit on the E-licktronic shop state 6.3mm D shaft, but on the Thread by Altitude I believe, advises the 11mm and 15mm are 6mm D shaft?

Finally, The knobs I have found which are a "round" shaft type and not D shaft. as long as they are spec for 6mm will they still fit a d shaft with a type of locking screw to secure possibly or are these knobs not an option for the pots on our navas?

Thanks

Dee

Re: Sourcing different knobs and shaft compatibility

Posted: Feb 5th, '17, 05:18
by lukep_gdansk
rotation will not be smooth if you use "round" shaft type on D shaft pots

Re: Sourcing different knobs and shaft compatibility

Posted: Feb 5th, '17, 11:51
by demos
Thanks,

The selection of knobs for these pots seems quite limited if you don't want the usual plastic type that E-licktronic supply.

Was hoping an adapter or alternative solution was possible to use the 6mm round shaft with these pots.

Tempted to just buy a few for testing purposes and see if they can be secured centrally and still give smooth rotation.

Has anyone else got advice on this or some alternative knobs you have tried so i can have a look?

thanks

Re: Sourcing different knobs and shaft compatibility

Posted: Feb 5th, '17, 12:36
by lukep_gdansk
It is possible, fill empty space with smth ;-)
Take a look at LXR project