PC power knob

[timothykeck84]

I'm building a HTPC inside of an old upright radio case. My goal is;

1. HTPC will run video and video streaming.
2. I'll use a Raspberry Pi to run all the audio through bluetooth speakers (with a repeater because my house is crap for any kind of wireless)
3. The raspberry pi will be controlled via a touchscreen located in the old radio dial.
4. The rest of the "case" will be designed to appear original-ish.

The problem I'm running into is that I can't find a power switch that is similar to an old style turn knob.

Could you folks point me in the right direction?

 

[electro_neanderthal]

I'd look at a junker radio and see if you can salvage a switch from that. You could also find a modern switch and put an old knob on it (with epoxy glue if it's loose or a drill bit slightly smaller than the switch shaft if the hole is too small).

 

[Scottray]

I think you need a rotary switch, Off-On, single pole. Then, you can use any type of knob cover that match to your project on the shaft of the switch.