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Potentiometer Frequently Asked Questions


Questions about ordering
Can I purchase purchase components parts and assemble my own custom potentiometers?

I have a Mod-Pot part number and can't find the specifications in your literature.

How can I determine the Resistance Taper of a Potentiometer?

I need a specification drawing for a custom potentiometer.

Do you have distributors for your products in other countries?

What is a Setup Charge?

What is a Low-Volume Charge?

How can I determine the specifications for one of your custom potentiometers?

I don’t have a company, do you sell to individuals?

What is your minimum order requirement?


Potentiometer Questions General
What is the country of origin for your Mod-Pot products?

Do you sell replacement potentiometers for old stereo equipment or other consumer electronic products?

I have a potentiometer with four terminals instead of three.

What are the differences between Carbon, Cermet and Conductive Plastic pots?

Environmental - IP rating?

Are Mil-Spec Potentiometers Better Than Commercial Potentiometers?


Potentiometer Questions - Electrical
What are Potentiometer Input and Output Voltage?

General Electrical Characteristics?

Mechanical Characterisics?

Resistance Terms?

Conformity and Linearity Terms?


Potentiometer Questions - Mechanical
How are shaft and bushing lengths specified?

Stop Strength?

Rotation and Translation Terms?

 

The short answer is no.  The potentiometers typically used in consumer electronic products are very specific to that product and were designed around high-volume and product specific criteria.  While it may be possible to retrofit a custom control into an older piece of equipment, the cost of our suggested replacement part will most likely be higher than expected.