Anyone know where to get these ??

[RBcarving]

Or what they are officially called ??
I need the little splined brass inserts, 1/4" in diameter. By the dozen or hundreds.
Like the ones that are used in appliance knobs.
Thanks,
Brad

 

[NYWoodturner]

http://www.mscdirect.com/product/83295501

If they don't have what your looking for they can probably tell you where to get it

 

[Kevin]

I would try smallparts.com for that I'm sure they have them. I know what they are called too I just have to remember . . . . .

 

[RBcarving]

I will check on those parts places, but cannot find exactly what I need online.
Jon, sent you a message...but yes, brass is the go to. I have been casting some myself, but was hoping I could find some in bulk to save $$ via time & energy.

 

[Schroedc]

Or what they are officially called ??
I need the little splined brass inserts, 1/4" in diameter. By the dozen or hundreds.
Like the ones that are used in appliance knobs.
Thanks,
Brad
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I've looked all over and can find the threaded ones left and right but not the splined ones. Have you considered buying a ton of the cheap knobs with that insert in them and just hitting with a hammer to scavenge the insert?

 

[RBcarving]

I've looked all over and can find the threaded ones left and right but not the splined ones. Have you considered buying a ton of the cheap knobs with that insert in them and just hitting with a hammer to scavenge the insert?

YES...Yes I have !! ;-)
They have been casting fine, but just thought I would try to step it up a bit by having the insert.,..maybe I'll stick with what Im doing !!

Thanks,
Brad