Parts

Hi, Ralph. If you're in the States, try these:

DigiKey is more oriented toward engineering sales these days, but their catalog is very comprehensive. The other three are more oriented toward hobbyists. JDR specializes in PCs and computer parts as well, and Jameco is the most pure "hobbyist" source.

I particularly like Mouser. Their catalog is comprehensive, and suitable for an engineering shop. They still have a hobbyist orientation, though. In fact, they're the only one of the above with no minimum order. And, if you're willing to wait for snail mail, they'll actually ship your parts Parcel Post to save you a few more bucks. You have to specifically ask for this service, though.

All of the above have free paper catalogs available from their websites by filling out a questionaire. Well worth it to have all four catalogs.

Good luck Chris

Thanks Chris. I'll be getting catalogs from all four, but Mouser seems to be the way to go.

Ralph

I also think Mouser is awsome! No minimum, fast shipment and they send you a new catalog every few months. Richard

You might try the ovious E-bay.. Have bought small lots (maybe 50 to 100 each) of small parts there on the buy it now for only a few dollars.

Ed