Description
Replacement Audio Volume Control Knob for Portable Transceivers
Restore Crisp Audio Control and Shift Agility with Factory-Spec Rotary Hardware
The Motorola 36012005001 Volume Knob is a premium original equipment manufacturer component designed to restore precise audio modulation to commercial hand-held transceivers. As an authentic field replacement part, installing a fresh Motorola 36012005001 Volume Knob ensures that operators can fluidly adjust incoming sound levels to match active job site noise floors. This component acts as an essential repair asset to maintain full mechanical control over your active communication fleet.
Engineered for fleet maintenance technicians, warehouse operations supervisors, and public safety radio managers, this rotary piece replaces loose or missing dials that hinder emergency communication agility. Over months of intensive multi-shift field use, original radio knobs can become worn down, stripped internally, or lost entirely on active worksites. The Motorola 36012005001 Volume Knob resolves these control difficulties by restoring a secure mechanical interface between the user's hand and the internal electronic volume switch assembly.
This compact component is constructed from an ultra-durable, slip-resistant polymer compound featuring high-friction outer ridges to maximize grip during wet or freezing weather conditions. The internal sleeve structure is specifically molded to press-fit seamlessly onto the radio's top-panel D-shaft potentiometer stem without requiring specialized shop adhesive compounds. Deploying the genuine Motorola 36012005001 Volume Knob preserves the ergonomic design integrity of your handheld transceivers while extending total equipment field longevity.
Key Features & Benefits
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Optimized Tactile Response: Incorporates molded outer ridges to provide high-friction finger traction when adjusting levels while wearing heavy industrial work gloves.
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Precision D-Shaft Fitment: Internal mechanical keys match the factory D-shaft geometry perfectly to prevent loose spinning or dead-zone rotation play.
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High-Impact Polymer Structure: Fabricated from professional-grade polycarbonate blends to guard against splitting or stripping under heavy torque stress.
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Seamless Friction Mounting: The Motorola 36012005001 Volume Knob slides firmly into place without tools, reducing fleet repair turnaround times to seconds.
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Restored Level Management: Ensures workers can immediately silence or maximize incoming audio alerts to preserve operational situational awareness.
Specifications
| Attribute |
Details |
| Brand |
Motorola |
| Model/SKU |
36012005001 |
| Product Type |
Replacement Volume Knob |
| Material |
High-Impact Polymer |
| Mount Type |
Friction Press-Fit |
| Shaft Geometry |
D-Shaft Profile |
| Finish |
Textured Black |
Compatibility
| APX900 |
R2 |
R5 |
DGP5050 |
| DGP5050e |
DGP5550 |
DGP5550e |
DGP8050 |
| DGP8050e |
DGP8550 |
DGP8550e |
XPR7350 |
| XPR7350e |
XPR7380 |
XPR7380e |
XPR7550 |
| XPR7550e |
XPR7580 |
XPR7580e |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do you replace a worn Motorola 36012005001 Volume Knob?
Replacing this component requires zero auxiliary tools or technical hardware experience. You apply a firm, direct upward pull on the damaged dial to slide it off the top-panel potentiometer shaft. Once removed, you align the flat interior edge of the new dial with the flat face of the D-shaft and press it firmly straight down until it sits flush against the chassis housing.
Is a specialized extraction tool required to install this replacement dial?
No, this component functions on a pure hardware friction press-fit design that completely eliminates the need for installation tools or chemical liquid bonding agents. The tight tolerance engineering of the internal sleeve ensures it clamps down snugly by hand pressure alone. This simplicity allows warehouse crews or security officers to complete field repairs in less than ten seconds.
Does this component fit the adjacent channel or frequency selector switch?
No, this specific part number is molded exclusively to fit the physical dimensions and shallow height profile of the volume control switch stem. The adjacent channel or frequency selection post uses a completely different internal orientation and clearance structure. To replace that specific frequency component on your XPR transceiver, you must purchase part number 36012004001 instead.
Can this replacement knob be used on intrinsically safe radio models?
Yes, this piece functions as an external cosmetic and mechanical interface shell that does not interact with internal electrical wiring paths. It is fully authorized to replace broken external hardware on compatible non-incendive digital mobile radio configurations. It preserves the exact factory mechanical footprint required to maintain comfortable, everyday user operation.
Are installation retention screws included inside the part packaging?
No, the assembly does not utilize mechanical set-screws or locking pin channels to secure itself to the transceiver frame. It depends entirely on the close-tolerance matching between its reinforced plastic interior walls and the radio's metal control post. This design allows for quick detachment when performing full exterior cleaning or routine preventative fleet maintenance.
Warranty
1-year manufacturer's warranty.
