Adafruit NeoPot - Clear Shaft Potentiometer With RGB NeoPixel

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Adafruit NeoPot – Clear Shaft Potentiometer with Built-in RGB NeoPixel: Colourful Potentiometer for Interactive Projects

The Adafruit NeoPot – Clear Shaft Potentiometer with RGB NeoPixel is a unique combination of a standard 10K linear potentiometer and an integrated NeoPixel RGB LED. Designed around the RK09K1130D62 clear shaft potentiometer, this innovative component allows you to add both analog input control and dynamic RGB lighting effects to your projects. The crystal-clear shaft diffuses light beautifully, making it perfect for interactive interfaces, control panels, synthesizers, and DIY electronics that require both visual feedback and precision adjustment.

Key Features of Adafruit NeoPot

• Clear Shaft Linear Potentiometer: 10K linear potentiometer with a transparent shaft for illuminated control.
• Built-in RGB NeoPixel: Integrated full-colour LED beneath the potentiometer for glowing visual effects.
• Analog Control Pins: Exposed P-, Pot (wiper), P+ pins, rated up to 20V, for reliable potentiometer operation.
• NeoPixel Data & Power: Easy connections with Vcc, N-In, Gnd, and N-Out pins for chaining multiple NeoPixels.
• Flexible Power Options: Works with 3V or 5V, matching logic level for best results.
• Convenient Jumpers: On-board solder jumpers to tie P- to GND and P+ to Vcc, reducing wiring complexity.
• Mechanical Stability: PCB includes dual header strips and four mounting holes for secure installation.
• Breadboard-Friendly: Comes with extra header pins for prototyping; requires soldering.
• Microcontroller Compatible: Works seamlessly with Arduino, Raspberry Pi, ESP32, and other NeoPixel-supported boards.