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I have generally tried to buy these potentiometers for all my
projects. My last AM4075 module used the new Vishay white RoHS
version which had gone up in price. I looked to see if I should buy
any more to have on hand on my most recent Mouser order and saw some
$12.45 prices! I decided then that I probably couldn't afford these
any more.

As a user, I couldn't tell you from the front of the modules which
were Vishay/Spectrol/Sfernice or Bournes. The Bournes seem to have
gone up in price also. I'm more interested in long-term reliability
than price.

If the PCB issue is the mounting height, I would think that perhaps
changing the spacer along with using a Stooge-type bracket might be
easier/better than changing the PCB layout if the dimensions work out.

I have used plastic bushing potentiometers without any problems
although I am very careful. I would think discontinuing kits would
alleviate any issues with damaging plastic bushings.

Now the reason for the post. In looking at potentiometers, I see
Mouser carries the Vishay 9MM multigang P9A series. I have always
used the Piher 16 mm carbon for my dual potentiometers. Does anyone
have any experience with these? They don't have many values but the
dual 50K would have been useful for a couple of projects.

Dave