Rotation & Encoder Sensors
Rotary encoders, potentiometers used as sensors, angular position sensors, and rotation measurement modules.
Mini 2-Axis Analog Thumbstick
SKU: AF-2765 | Brand: Adafruit
The Mini 2-Axis Analog Thumbstick is a compact, self-centring joystick with a black rocker cap, similar in style to PSP joysticks. It provides smooth directional analogue input using two 10 kΩ potentiometers — one for...
Delivered by Tue 11 Aug
Rotary Potentiometer - 100k Ohm, Logarithmic (Panel Mount)
SKU: SF-COM-14624 | Brand: SparkFun
A panel-mount rotary potentiometer with a 100 kΩ logarithmic taper. Turn the knob and the resistance changes smoothly — ideal for volume controls and other audio applications where a logarithmic response matches human...
Delivered by Thu 20 Aug
Sensor Trimpot ELECFREAKS PlanetX
SKU: EF-EF05018 | Brand: ElecFreaks
An analogue trimpot (trimmer potentiometer) sensor module from the ELECFREAKS PlanetX series, designed for use with micro:bit via RJ11 connection. The potentiometer provides stepless rotation over a 0°–300° range, out...
Delivered by Tue 11 Aug
Rotary Potentiometer - 100k Ohm, Linear (Panel Mount)
SKU: SF-COM-14622 | Brand: SparkFun
An adjustable potentiometer can open up many interesting user interfaces. With this rotary potentiometer just turn the dial and the resistance changes. This potentiometer has a ¼" metal knurled shaft diameter, solder ...
Delivered by Thu 20 Aug
Octopus Rotary Encoder Brick OBEncoder
SKU: EF-EF04038 | Brand: ElecFreaks
Octopus Electronic Bricks, you can use them build electronics projects just as easy as piling bricks. By using Octopus electronic bricks, you may connect Arduino/Freaduino compatible boards easily with various digi...
Delivered by Thu 20 Aug
Octopus Linear Slider Potentiometer Brick
SKU: EF-EF04061 | Brand: ElecFreaks
A linear sliding potentiometer module from the ElecFreaks Octopus series. Provides an analogue voltage output proportional to the slider position, making it useful as a variable input for controlling volume, brightnes...
Delivered by Tue 11 Aug
Mini Analog Joystick - 10K Potentiometers
SKU: AF-3102 | Brand: Adafruit
A compact analogue joystick with two 10kΩ potentiometers and a spring-return mechanism. Unlike arcade-style joysticks that use clicking switches, this joystick provides smooth, proportional analogue output across a fu...
Delivered by Wed 2 Sep
Wheel Encoder Kit
SKU: SF-ROB-12629 | Brand: SparkFun
The DAGU Wheel Encoder Kit is a simple add-on for wheeled robots that measures speed and distance travelled. Each kit includes two neodymium 8-pole magnets with rubber hubs and two hall-effect sensors, providing relia...
Delivered by Tue 11 Aug
Gravity: 360 Degree Hall Angle Sensor
SKU: DF-SEN0221 | Brand: DFRobot
The Hall Angle Sensor is a miniature 360 degree sensor which works based on the principle of the Hall effect. It is compatible with the DFRobot Gravity sensor interface, and works with a 5V DC power supply. The ...
Delivered by Thu 20 Aug
Wind Vane
SKU: SF-SEN-28868 | Brand: SparkFun
This wind vane is used to indicate the direction from which the wind is blowing. Inside the vane are eight switches, each paired with a unique resistor, allowing a microcontroller to read direction based on the vane’s...
Delivered by Thu 20 Aug
4015 3-Phase BLDC Motor with AS5600 Encoder
SKU: DF-FIT1036 | Brand: DFRobot
This compact 4015 BLDC motor combines a high-torque outer rotor motor with a factory-integrated AS5600 magnetic encoder, making it a neat motion-control package for robotics and precision motion projects.It is designe...
Delivered by Thu 20 Aug
Ultra-Thin Circular Flexible Potentiometer - 0.45mm Graphene
SKU: DF-SEN0686 | Brand: DFRobot
This circular flexible potentiometer is a membrane-based position sensor for adding low-profile rotary or angular input to space-constrained electronics. Instead of using a bulky mechanical rotary switch, it detects p...
Delivered by Thu 20 Aug
Dual-Gang 20K Potentiometer with Rotary Switch
SKU: SF-COM-29199 | Brand: SparkFun
This adjustable dual-gang potentiometer gives you two linked variable resistors on a single shaft, making it handy for interfaces where two channels need to move together. Turn the shaft and the resistance changes, so...
Delivered by Thu 20 Aug