Switches

Footswitch - ST Professional, 4PST, Latching, Solder Lugs
Heavy duty 4PST latching switch made in Italy by ST Professional. The body is made of PBT that is riveted to the bushing plate for a sturdy construction. The actuation force is lighter than similar Carling switches and provides tactile and audible feedback so the switching action is apparent to the user. This version features standard solder lugs. This style of footswitch is similar to the vintage footswitches found in the Schaller Fuzz, some Tonebender models, and others.
$12.95
Footswitch - ST Professional, DPST, Latching, Solder Lugs
Heavy duty DPST latching switch made in Italy by ST Professional. The body is made of PBT that is riveted to the bushing plate for a sturdy construction. The actuation force is lighter than similar Carling switches and provides tactile and audible feedback so the switching action is apparent to the user. This version features standard solder lugs. This style of footswitch is similar to the vintage footswitches found in the Gary Hurst Fuzz King, the Hornby Skewes Shatterbox, the Jen Fuzz III, the Selmer Buzz Tone, and others.
$9.95
Footswitch - ST Professional, SPST, Momentary, PCB/Solder Lugs
Heavy duty SPST Off-(On) momentary switch made in Italy by ST Professional. Rated for 2A at 240V, these switches can be used in a wide range of applications. The body is made of PBT that is riveted to the bushing plate for a sturdy construction. The actuation force is lighter than similar Carling momentary switches and provides tactile and audible feedback so the switching action is apparent to the user. The pins also feature eyelets so hardwiring is an option in addition to the standard PCB mount.
$7.27
Footswitch - ST Professional, SPST, Momentary, Solder Lugs
Heavy duty SPST Off-(On) momentary switch made in Italy by ST Professional. Rated for 2A at 240V, these switches can be used in a wide range of applications. The body is made of PBT that is riveted to the bushing plate for a sturdy construction. The actuation force is lighter than similar Carling momentary switches and provides tactile and audible feedback so the switching action is apparent to the user. This version features standard solder lugs.
$7.27
Hex Nut - Carling, 15/32-32UNS, for Toggle and Foot Switches
Genuine Carling hex nut commonly used on full size toggle switches and footswitches. This nickel plated hex nut has a 15/32 threading.
$2.25
package of 5
Insulation - GC Electronics, fibroid, "fish paper"
Vulcanized Cellulose Fiber for all electrical insulation. Gray insulating paper. .010" thick. used in switches, under terminals, in transformers, etc .where mechanical strength is required. Its qualities of toughness, flexibility, and edge-tearing resistance combined with high dielectric strength and ready absorption of insulating varnish have led to its predominant use as an improved motor slot call insulation. Dielectric strength 3000 volts. 10" wide roll contains 240 sq. inches.
$6.25
Knurled Nut - Carling, 15/32-32UNS, for Toggle and Foot Switches
Genuine Carling knurled nut commonly used on full size toggle switches and footswitches. This nickel plated knurled nut has a 15/32 threading and offers a clean look on builds using these switches.
$3.50
package of 5
Lock Washer - Carling, Internal Tooth, for Toggle and Foot Switches
Nickel-plated internal tooth lock washers from Carling. These fit 15/32 and M12 bushing which are commonly used on full sized toggle switches and footswitches.
$2.95
package of 5
Locking Washer - Carling, for switches
Flat washer/locking ring. Fits switches that mount to 1/2" chassis holes. A 0.110" length guide tab ensures a locking fit (locking hole is 0.376" from chassis hole center).
$3.95
package of 5
Nut - Dress Nut, For Mini Toggle Switches
Colors Available:
Dress nuts for use with mini toggle switches. These plated dress nuts feature a chamfered edge for a professional look and work on any 1/4-40 UNS threaded bushing. Two sides are flatted for use with a tool when fastening.
Starting at $0.75
Nut - Dress Nut, Threaded Through, For Mini Toggle Switches
Threaded through dress nuts for use with mini toggle switches. Unlike the other versions of this dress nut, this nut is not capped allowing the nut to thread past the top of the switch’s bushing. The uncapped top can be useful where internal depth is an issue such as parallel PCB mounting. These plated dress nuts feature a chamfered edge for a professional look and work on any 1/4-40 UNS threaded bushing. Two sides are flatted for use with a tool when fastening.
$1.25
Nut - Hex Nut, For Mini Toggle Switches
Hex nuts for use with mini toggle switches. These nickel plated dress nuts work on any 1/4-40 UNS threaded bushing. These are the same as the stock nuts included with Carling mini toggle switches.
$1.95
package of 5
Nut - Hex, for Carling switches, ~\frac{15}{32}~"
Hex nut for Carling switches, 15/32". Sold individually.
$0.40
Nut - Large Dress Nut, Carling, 15/32-32UNS
Colors Available:
Genuine Carling Technologies dress nuts for use with full size toggle switches and footswitches. These dress nuts feature a chamfered edge with a knurled bottom half for a unique look that is simple to tighten down. The top of the threading is capped. These fit any 15/32-32UNS bushing but can also work with some M12 bushings.
$1.29
Nut - Large Dress Nut, Carling, 15/32-32UNS, Plastic
Colors Available:
Genuine Carling Technologies dress nuts for use with full size toggle switches and footswitches. These nuts are made of a strong durable plastic and feature a chamfered edge with a knurled bottom half for a unique look that is simple to tighten down. The top of the threading is not capped so they can thread past the top of the bushing. These fit any 15/32-32UNS bushing but can also work with some M12 bushings.
Starting at $0.75
Nut - Marshall style, for 15/32-32 threading, Chrome
Chrome dress nut fits any standard 15/32-32 threaded bushing such as on Carling full-sized toggle switches and many footswitches. Intended for use on S-HM301 toggle switch. This style of nut is similar to slotted round nuts found on plexi Marshall amps.
  • Thread size = 15/32 - 32 thread pitch
    $1.75
    Nut - replacement for Switchcraft, Deep Thread, Knurled
    Colors Available:
    Deep thread nut for use with Switchcraft switches. Used on some models of Gibson® guitars and other brands where the threading of the switch isn’t able to protrude through the body enough. Switchcraft toggles come stock with a flat washer and thicker bodied guitars with carved tops or Les Paul guitars with a selector ring require a nut with longer reach. These nuts will attach your switch to the nut through the body with no issues.
    • Fits genuine Switchcraft switches
    • Available in gold or nickel finish
    • Sold individually
    Starting at $2.15
    Nut - Switchcraft, Knurl Nut for Switches
    Original Switchcraft Copper Alloy Knurled Locknut (Nickel Plated) Outside Diameter:5/8" Inside diameter threading:15/32" Width: 3/32"
    $1.79
    Nut - Wide Dress Nut, Threaded Through, 15/32-32UNS
    Wide dress nuts for use with full size toggle switches and footswitches. These dress nuts feature a wide chamfered edge that pairs nicely with smaller dress nuts such as P-H54-DRESS-WIDE, P-H54-DRESS-THRU, and P-H54-NUT-DRESS. These nuts are threaded through and fit any 15/32-32UNS bushing such as Carling footswitches and full sized toggles.
    $1.75
    Nut - Wide Dress Nut, Threaded Through, For Mini Toggle Switches
    Threaded through wide dress nuts for use with mini toggle switches. This wide based nut is not capped allowing the nut to thread past the top of the switch’s bushing. The uncapped top can be useful where internal depth is an issue such as parallel PCB mounting. These plated dress nuts feature a wide chamfered edge for a professional and unique look. These work on any 1/4-40 UNS threaded bushing. Two sides are flatted for use with a tool when fastening.
    $1.15
    Optocoupler - Xvive, Vactrol, VTL5C Series
    High quality vactrols from Xvive. The Xvive vactrols are clones of the original Excelitas / Perkins-Elmer vactrols used in many effects pedals, synthesizers, compressors and other equipment. These vactrols feature a thick epoxy sealed casing. The VTL5C3 and VTL5C3/2 both have a steep slope, good dynamic range, a very low temperature coefficient of resistance, and a small light history memory.
    Starting at $6.50
    Optocoupler - XVive, VTL5C1, Vactrol, for Channel Switching
    VTL5C1 vactrols for use in amplifiers, effect pedals, synthesizers and more. The VTL5C1 was commonly used for channel switching circuits in amps made by Crate and others.
    $8.40
    On Backorder
    PCB - Charge Pump, -9V from +9V, 3PDT Switch Mount
    3PDT switch mounted charge pump PCB for positive ground effects. This small PCB simplifies the wiring of 3PDT foot switches in guitar pedals while also offering -9V when used with a standard +9V power supply. This is a great option for positive ground effects such as vintage fuzz pedals. The circuit of this PCB also features a protection diode and an LED indicator for when the effect is engaged.
    This board is compatible with the MAX1044, TC1044S, TC7660S, and LT1054 charge pump ICs.
    $1.60
    PCB - Daughterboard for Wiring 3PDT Footswitches
    Our 3PDT PCB daughterboard is a small board designed to simplify the wiring of 3PDT footswitches in guitar pedals. All inputs and outputs are clearly labeled on the PCB, removing any confusion about how the footswitch should be wired, and decreasing the chances of wiring mistakes or short-circuits.
    $0.95