Parts sources

isofuncurves

I'm working on a combination Tetrix / stamp bot with my son (Our first project)

Is there a FAQ anywhere that lists common internet suppliers for parts / sensors / and materials? I imagine the question gets asked quite a bit. Right now I am looking for a cheap fastener supplier. I would like to buy a bunch of BHCS, SHCS, washers, nuts, etc. I've seen several recommendations for sensors, replays, and components...I was just wondering if anybody bothered to compile a good list anywhere.

Thanks,
Carl

SRLM

I don't think there really is a list, at least here. Maybe you should shoulder the burden?

For electronics, I use mouser. For hardware, I've had a good experience from smallparts.com

Mike2545

For small hardware I use www.smallparts.com/

For electronic parts see the attached PDF list

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isofuncurves

Thanks Mike!

Timmoore

for general hardware I tend to use mcmaster.com

WBA Consulting

www.mcmaster.com/
www.grainger.com
http://forums.parallaxinc.com/secure.microplastics.com/
www.accuratescrew.com
www.fascomp.com/

Are my top 5 sources for hardware. I also use Bisco Industries at work, but they are a distributor, not a retailer.

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Andrew Williams
WBA Consulting
IT / Web / PCB / Audio

isofuncurves

Duh!!··· can get a discount at Grainger through work and pick up right at the service desk.

Good call!

Manetheren

I use tigerdirect.com and jameco.com

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Tia'Shar Manetheren

xanatos

http://www.mouser.com/
http://www.allelectronics.com/
http://www.digikey.com/
http://www.jameco.com/
http://www.hosfelt.com/
http://www.smallparts.com/
http://www.grainger.com/

Depending on what small parts you need - I have found - much to my surprise - that my local ACE hardware has often got what I need - including a full line of nylon washers/screws/nuts, and metal screws down into those numbered sizes significantly smaller than 2/56 - I've been really shocked by some of the things I thought they'd never have - but did! I also have good luck finding stuff on eBay when I need some really odd stuff.

If you find any other good sources - let us know!

Dave

CounterRotatingProps

xanatos said...
I have found - much to my surprise - that my local ACE hardware has often got what I need - ...

Had to LOL reading that !

Whenever I go into my local ACE (3-4 times a week), someone invariably asks, "OK Howard, what strange project is it today?" hehehe
You'd be amazed what's possible with PVC plumbing fittings [noparse]:)[/noparse])

@isofuncurves (cool name btw)

make sure to get some good epoxy - that stuff's the 'duct tape' of the DIY world!

cheers,
Howard


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Post Edited (CounterRotatingProps) : 8/15/2009 1:43:33 AM GMT