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Re: Need help with which one to use

We have used a potentiometer for this application with good results. Just be sure you use one that has a linear taper, not an audio taper (logarithmic).

If the shaft rotates with the component just extend the shaft and make connection to the pot. (rubber tubing has been known to work for this.) If not you will have to use a linkage or something that makes something rotate; then attach the pot to that.