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PreenFM => preenfm2 and preenfm3 => Topic started by: djencode on October 27, 2016, 10:06:03 AM

Title: Replacement Buttons/Knobs
Post by: djencode on October 27, 2016, 10:06:03 AM

Now that I have a metal case, I'm finding the buttons aren't long enough to stick out in the metal case, so I want to try and find new ones! Also what are some good resources for picking out new knobs?

Title: Re: Replacement Buttons/Knobs
Post by: Xavier on October 27, 2016, 03:05:03 PM

Encoder knobs ? or push buttons ?
Both of them should work fine on the metal case  ???

The e-switch tacs  (http://www.digikey.com/product-detail/en/e-switch/TACWHT/EG1088-ND/101328) should stick out by 1mm with the metal case...  compared to 3 or 4 with the plexy case.
But 1mm is enough and give a pleasant feel to my opinion.
I'm not sure you cand find "compatible" taller ones.

Xavier

Title: Re: Replacement Buttons/Knobs
Post by: djencode on October 27, 2016, 06:20:02 PM

Unfortunately they don't stick out at all. They are completely flush with the metal case. As for encoders can i use any replacement encoders?

Title: Re: Replacement Buttons/Knobs
Post by: Xavier on October 28, 2016, 08:49:14 AM

Quote from: djencode on October 27, 2016, 06:20:02 PM

Unfortunately they don't stick out at all. They are completely flush with the metal case. As for encoders can i use any replacement encoders?

That's not normal.
Seems like the PCB and the top panel are not closely enough screwed.
Is the OLED screen blocking ?
Could you send a picture of the OLED headers and a one that show the current situation ?

Replacement encoders with longer sticks ?
Encoders are this one http://www.mouser.fr/Search/ProductDetail.aspx?R=PEC11R-4220F-S0024virtualkey65210000virtualkey652-PEC11R-4220F-S24
20 in 4220F is the number of mm.
You can try PEC11R-4225F-S24 or -PEC11R-4230F-S24.