Rogan Corporation

3-arm prong knobs are among the most common type of lobed knob, allowing easy access even with thick gloves on for small adjustments to equipment and workpieces across industries.

Find inch and metric 3-lobed knobs at Reid Supply in both female and male thread inserts of a variety of materials, including plastic, stainless steel, and brass insert threading in Reid Supply’s online catalog.

Lobed knobs, also called clamping knobs, have a scalloped edge with four grip points to allow for maximum grip and comfort, even while wearing gloves.

These durable lobed knobs are impact- and chemical-resistant and provide a neat appearance for finished applications that require precision adjustments.

Reid Supply has a wide range of 4-lobed knobs, from plastic knobs to stainless steel and iron in a variety of thread sizes and mounting types.

Learn more about what solutions exist for your application in our article on selecting the right knobs and handles.

Ball knobs can be used to simply grip an appliance or provide ergonomic clamping pressure in a variety of ways. Ball knobs are commonly found on machine tools, jigs, fixtures, and control levers, or used as replacement parts to have on hand.

Our ball knobs come in a variety of shapes and materials from leading suppliers of industrial knobs, including DimcoGray, Elesa, and Kipp.

Shop for ball knobs online or in our digital catalog to ensure you get the exact part you’re after.

Designed in unique shapes for maximum comfort and secure grip, clamping knobs provide good leverage and secure fastening for applications that require quick and frequent adjustment.

Control Knobs with Markings are ideal on applications that require fine, precise position adjustments. These knobs are designed with an ergonomically shaped knurled rim and indicator mark for accurate setting and adjustment.Control Knobs with Arrows are ideal on applications that require fine, precise position adjustments. These knobs are designed with an ergonomically shaped knurled rim and easily legible laser engraved arrow for accurate setting and adjustment.

Sometimes referred to as fluted knobs, lobed knobs with 10 lobes bridge a valuable gap between lobed knobs and knurled knobs by bringing wider grips than a typical knurled knob, while increasing the number of lobes over much wider gaps in knobs with fewer lobes.

They are ideal in setups where a "soft" grip is desired for hand cranking on equipment or workpieces.

Not sure whether a knob or handle is appropriate for your setup?

Check out our Engineer Guide to Knobs, Handles, and Handwheels to find the material and style of knob or handle that works best for your project’s specifications.

Star knobs, or 5-lobed knobs, are a common sight in manufacturing environments as well as end products in a variety of industries.

We carry a wide variety of star knobs in heavy-duty materials such as cast iron, steel, and plastic with multiple types of insert material.

Shop manufacturers of industry-leading knobs such as Rogan, Elesa, and Kipp online right now or read more about lobed knobs in our downloadable guide to knobs.

Tapered knobs are commonly found on machine tools, jigs, fixtures, and control levers, sometimes preferred due to the shape of the apparatus or end products.

Tapered knobs come in female and male threaded insert as well as press-on applications. We carry knobs by DimcoGray, Kipp, and Rogan so you can always find exactly the product you're looking for.

Reid Supply has a complete library of industrial tapered knobs, including these styles:

• Mushroom Head
• Oval
• Oval Tapered
• Ribbed Tapered
• Ergonomic Style Tapered
  

Learn more about the different types of knobs available for your project’s specifications by reading our article on Selecting the Right Knobs and Handles.