Adafruit NeoPot: Clear-Shaft Rotary Encoder with Integrated RGB Neopixel Ring

Description

The Adafruit NeoPot is a unique potentiometer featuring a clear shaft that allows full RGB color illumination via a built-in NeoPixel. This 10K linear potentiometer is based on the RK09K1130D62, similar to the popular Alps RK09 series but with a translucent shaft extending nearly to the PCB.

The potentiometer integrates a NeoPixel soldered beneath it, lighting up the shaft to provide vibrant color effects. The device includes three potentiometer pins (P-, Pot (wiper), and P+) rated up to 20V, and NeoPixel power and data pins (Vcc, N-In, Gnd, N-Out). You can power the NeoPixel from 3V or 5V, ideally matching the logic level signal supply.

For simplified wiring, jumpers can be soldered to connect P- to ground and P+ to Vcc. The PCB offers two header strips for mechanical stability and four mounting holes for panel installation. Extra headers are included for breadboard compatibility. Note that a microcontroller or microcomputer capable of driving NeoPixels is required.

• Clear shaft linear potentiometer with RGB NeoPixel illumination
• 10K linear resistance value
• Potentiometer rated for up to 20V
• Soldered NeoPixel for full RGB color shaft lighting
• Power from 3V or 5V logic level supply
• Two jumper pads to tie potentiometer ends to power and ground for simplified wiring
• Two header strips for mechanical stability
• Four mounting holes for panel attachment
• Includes extra headers for breadboard use

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