Another stupid pot question...

[Troy Sheets]

> 
> > Some knobs say they have a positive grip (?? from memory) Does this mean 
> > it has teeth that dig into the shaft so the shaft can be cylindrical?
> > I don't really think a knob with a set screw would work either.
> > 
> > Larry
> 
>    Oh yeah, forgot to answer this one.  Yes, some pot shafts have toothed 
> edges.  I've only seen those on plastic shafted post.  Most anyone will 
> tell you to stay away from plastic shafted pots as they aren't as 
> reliable and will not have the lifespan of a metal shafted pot.  I've not 
> hear the term positive grip, but sounds like you're on the right track.

Just to remind everyone, the aforementioned Mouser pots are metal and
"knurled"... the correct term for "toothed" pot shafts.

-troy

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