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Tinkercaster

Potentiometers

100K Pot

100 kΩ pot for active pickups

Audio

Mid-value pot used with buffered active single coils such as Seymour Duncan Live Wires. Audio taper is assumed; diagrams that print only the value do not specify it.

Connections at a glance

Use the terminal labels below when planning your circuit. Check the manufacturer's documentation for your exact component revision.

TerminalLabelRoleLead colour
lug1Lug 1 (CCW end)Lug ccwNot listed
lug2Lug 2 (wiper)Lug wiperNot listed
lug3Lug 3 (CW end)Lug cwNot listed
canCan (casing)Casing · GroundNot listed

Internal connections

  • lug2 → lug3: Wiper at full: lug 2 shorted to lug 3

  • lug1 → lug2: Wiper at zero: lug 2 shorted to lug 1

This catalog is a reference, not a retailer. Component illustrations are schematic, not product photographs. Always confirm the exact model and manufacturer specifications before purchase or soldering.

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