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chrisbrown

Thu Jun 03, 2010 11:58 am


Looking for parts

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Just wondering if anyone knows of any decent (read cheap) electronic component retailers, preferably in the southwest GTA region, or online with cheap delivery. 

I know, I know, Google and whatnot, just wondering if anyone has had any experience before I go dgging.


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jcollins1991

Thu Jun 03, 2010 12:23 pm


Re: Looking for parts

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I can't remember the names but there are some really cheap ones in Mississauga somewhere around dundas or dixie or something?? I'll try and ask people I know when I get the chance... For now you could just look into the stores around those areas, there's ALOT of small electronic stores in one part of Mississauga...


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USEC_OFFICER

Thu Jun 03, 2010 4:24 pm


RE:Looking for parts

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Tiger Direct?


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chrisbrown

Thu Jun 03, 2010 7:51 pm


RE:Looking for parts

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I need low-level components like potentiometers and resistors, not computer parts -- I'm making a custom fan controller that suits my needs.


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TerranceN

Thu Jun 03, 2010 7:59 pm


RE:Looking for parts

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Tomorrow I'll ask my computer engineering teacher where he gets his, though they may only be available in bulk.


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chrisbrown

Thu Jun 03, 2010 8:10 pm


RE:Looking for parts

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Ok thanks. I know mine used Abra, I'd prefer something closer though, with cheap shipping.


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Carey

Fri Jun 04, 2010 2:42 pm


RE:Looking for parts

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Try DealExtreme (http://dealextreme.com/). They are based on Hong Kong but have free shipping on most if not all items. I've used them before and never had any problems. They have a lot of low level components like the stuff you're looking for.


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andrew.

Fri Jun 04, 2010 6:49 pm


RE:Looking for parts

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Yeah, I'd go with DealExtreme. I've also been using them for a while and everything seems to come fast (and without shipping).


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DemonWasp

Sat Jun 05, 2010 2:51 am


RE:Looking for parts

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Huh, I thought DealExtreme was a little-known secret of mine. I just got an RC model helicopter and five lasers for $70 (that includes shipping and tax).

Three cheers for slave labour.


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Carey

Sat Jun 05, 2010 11:52 am


RE:Looking for parts

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I myself bought a cell phone jammer for $20 from them :D