[sdiy] Potentiometers and suppliers for 1/4" jacks

[Jean-Pierre Desrochers]

Terry,

I heard lots of DIY builders use Spectrol/Vishay 100k lin cermet pots
for precision purpose like VCO tuning, VCF, ect..
and use Alpha pots for CV levels, audio signals and other
non-critical uses..
100k Alpha pots seemed to show often in bills of materials.
Switchcraft 1/4" jacks 11x series like 112BX are a good choice for
small space but sturdy uses on front panel. MOTM used them a lot.
For switches I use these toggle swiches:
Mouser 611-7101-064 (C&K 7101MDZQE)

JP

Le 2013-05-17 13:44, Terry Shultz a écrit :
> Hi Guys,
>
> I have been looking over Alp's, Bournes, Alpha pots, Trimmers, and
> resistor networks and perhaps some other misc. parts for my first
> build of VCA/VCF/UAF modules / Sub-modules.
>
> What are the availability(lead times), feel of pot rotation and
> quality in general these days?
>
> I have been using Bournes for many years , but my inventory is 30+
> years old and almost gone now with my current module build. Lead 
> times
> are pretty long in some of the values.
>
> 100K vs. 50K ?
>
> I had been using Alco knurled Aluminum knobs, but I think Alco must 
> be gone now.
>
> My impression is Feel and quality are important, but are a cost
> factor in some cases.
>
> Just wondered what many of you folks prefer and I am sure to hear
> some good feedback from you all.
>
> 1/4" Jack Panel , I use Switchcraft, but others may have an opinion
> here as well.
>
> Seeing as how I am redesigning my Panels and PCB, this is a good time
> to get some feedback.
>
> Best always,
>
>
> Terry Shultz
> thx1138 at earthlink.net
>
>
>
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