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Title: how to fix pcb on enclosure
Post by: copachino on May 23, 2014, 04:34:27 PM
hi, i have seen many of you that dont use on board pots, but, somehow on the photos, the pcb looks fixed, i have a project that always give issues, the pcb always move around, and some times the fx stop working because come cap shot a pot, or something happens, there, but its a pain in the ass, what can i do to fix my pcb??
Title: Re: how to fix pcb on enclosure
Post by: Morgan on May 23, 2014, 04:44:57 PM
  This stuff works great. Just coat the back of the pcb with it and stick it to the back of the pots or the enclosure.

http://www.amazon.com/Scotch-Exterior-Mounting-1-Inch-60-Inch/dp/B00004Z4BV
Title: Re: how to fix pcb on enclosure
Post by: copachino on May 23, 2014, 04:51:40 PM
i got some of that, i have never tried it before for pedals jeje, i use it to put small mirrors, i will see its that work fine for me then jejeje thanks, i think many of you hate me for posting everytime such a noobs things... sorry for that
Title: Re: how to fix pcb on enclosure
Post by: culturejam on May 23, 2014, 04:54:54 PM
Yes, I can confirm the double-sided tape works quite well.
Title: Re: how to fix pcb on enclosure
Post by: GermanCdn on May 23, 2014, 05:07:28 PM
+1 for double sided tape.

Adhesive back velcro would also work, and gives you the added advantage of being able to reposition it.
Title: Re: how to fix pcb on enclosure
Post by: flanagan0718 on May 23, 2014, 05:52:24 PM
I use double sided tape also ;D
Title: Re: how to fix pcb on enclosure
Post by: davent on May 23, 2014, 05:55:41 PM
I like aluminum standoffs JB Welded to the enclosure so my layouts have space for the standoffs. Otherwise 3M double sided tape for auto trim.

(http://i216.photobucket.com/albums/cc305/davent/IED/IMG_5209_zps4541d88f.jpg)

Title: Re: how to fix pcb on enclosure
Post by: rullywowr on May 23, 2014, 05:59:57 PM
I try not to use tape when I can, but sometimes it can't be avoided.  The 3M tape works great.  I have also used these in the past with good results (Self Adhesive PCB Standoffs):

(http://www.kiatronics.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/f/i/file_9_5.jpg)
Title: Re: how to fix pcb on enclosure
Post by: pickdropper on May 23, 2014, 07:09:41 PM
Yep, 3M VHB is highly  recommended if you have to use double sided tape.

They have different formulations to match various substrates.  McMaster Carr has a large selection of it.
Title: Re: how to fix pcb on enclosure
Post by: copachino on May 23, 2014, 07:15:51 PM
in favt i have the 3M double sided tape, im gonna try when i get home
Title: Re: how to fix pcb on enclosure
Post by: alanp on May 23, 2014, 07:31:38 PM
Quote from: copachino on May 23, 2014, 04:51:40 PM
i think many of you hate me for posting everytime such a noobs things... sorry for that

As long as you're willing to learn, people here are willing to help you learn :)

Plus there tends to be, for every poster, a bunch more lurkers with the same problem.
Title: Re: how to fix pcb on enclosure
Post by: pickdropper on May 24, 2014, 02:52:45 AM
Quote from: alanp on May 23, 2014, 07:31:38 PM
Quote from: copachino on May 23, 2014, 04:51:40 PM
i think many of you hate me for posting everytime such a noobs things... sorry for that

As long as you're willing to learn, people here are willing to help you learn :)

Plus there tends to be, for every poster, a bunch more lurkers with the same problem.

Agreed.  We all had to start somewhere.