Bourns® Push-Pull Potentiometers – 3/8” Shaft (U.S. Specs)

Reliable Push-Pull Control for Guitar and Bass Electronics Mods

These Bourns® push-pull potentiometers are built to deliver long life, smooth response, and solid tactile feel. Designed specifically for guitar and bass use, they are ideal for tone-shaping mods like coil splitting, series/parallel switching, and in-phase/out-of-phase configurations.

Upgrade your electronics with trusted components engineered for performance and precision.

Key Features

• Push-pull potentiometer with DPDT switch

• Suitable for split-coil, series/parallel, and other wiring mods

• Compact 17mm mini body design

• 18-spline knurled (split) shaft for push-fit knobs

• U.S. spec 3/8" (9.5mm) shaft diameter for standard mounting

Technical Specifications

• Mounting Hole Diameter: 3/8" (9.5mm)

• Bushing Height: Available in 3/8" and 3/4"

• Pot Body Size: 17mm mini body

• Shaft Type: Knurled (split shaft), 18 splines

• Switch Type: DPDT (Double Pole Double Throw)

• Taper Options: Audio (A) or Linear (B)

Available Options

• A250k Audio Taper – Knurled Shaft (3/8")

• A500k Audio Taper – Knurled Shaft (3/8")

• B500k Linear Taper – Knurled Shaft (3/8")

• A500k Audio Taper – Knurled Shaft, Long Thread (3/4")

Package Includes

• (1) Bourns® Push-Pull Potentiometer

• (2) Hex Nuts

• (2) Flat Washers

Notes

• *If your instrument is metric/Asian-made, you may need to enlarge the mounting hole

• **3/8" bushing fits most guitars; use 3/4" for thicker control plates

• ***Premium specs at a cost-effective price point

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