Wanted IC's - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: Anson
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: March 15, 2013, 10:58:45 pm
content: I'm a beginner in the flashy led stage but will soon be moving into more complex circuits such as audio. I am in desperate need of components mainly IC's, diodes, and the like. I have a good supply of caps and resistors and some transistors and LEd's only white though (stole them from a broken flashlight). I am on a limited income so anything free would be much appreciated. I could also use a decent esr meter if anyone has a spare. Thanks.

author: gnif
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: March 15, 2013, 11:08:21 pm
content: Not free, but very cheap for basic ICs and components:http://www.futurlec.comor in AU:http://www.futurlec.com.au

author: karlmag
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: March 16, 2013, 10:15:39 pm
content: Another place to get stuff ishttp://www.taydaelectronics.comThey may not have a huge variety of (some) things, but they still have a good bit.They're also rather cheap and they are usually fast shippers. In my experience at least. :-)

author: daveatol
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: March 17, 2013, 01:33:39 am
content: If you're in Australia I can send you some ICs, e.g. opamps, SMPS, some TTL/CMOS logic, microprocessors, eproms, sram, audio recorders...

author: Anson
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: March 17, 2013, 03:22:22 am
content: Thanks Dave but I live in the states...

author: Things
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: March 17, 2013, 08:24:15 am
content: Free components? Head down to a scrapyard and grab a variety of dead electronics. The older the better unless you want to deal with SMD, but you can get some nice parts from old electronics.

author: Anson
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: March 17, 2013, 04:38:21 pm
content: Already tried that there is no recycling centers within a hundred miles of me. And the dump doesn't allow picking. All dumpsters around businesses are locked and in locked gated enclosures. And it is Illegal to dumpster dive they consider it theft until it leaves the businesses property. I have tried an add in Craigslist for pickup of dead electronics so far no bites. And for some reason old 80's electronics at flea markets are $20 and up. My only resource is on garbage day driving up the road searching for electronics but that is hazardous as most around here are filled with cockroaches.

author: stratogazer
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: March 19, 2013, 03:04:56 pm
content: Anson,I feel your pain. Here's some suggestions. Universities through out stuff all the time. Get to know the I.T. and purchasers. They can let you have broken stuff for free. Same goes if you know someone who works for a large corporation. They can find out who controls the dumpsters.Several electronics parts stores ship free and parts are cheap. I use Mouser Electronics out of TX. Cheap and good parts.Yard sales can be a great source for parts cheap. Sometimes it's better than dumpster diving and always much cleaner.Good luck.

author: casinada
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: March 20, 2013, 04:37:13 pm
content: Some people also suggested thrift stores.I don't know in what part of the states you live, I have a garage full of electronic junkI'm a pack rat. It is spring time, may be you'll find some stuff at the garage sales.Good Luck.

author: PhilNY
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: March 20, 2013, 06:09:51 pm
content: Make a list and send me a PM. I work at a college in New York.we throw away and obsolete stuff every time I clean out the storage area and people donate more stuff than we can possibly use.Phil

author: dexters_lab
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: March 20, 2013, 07:57:18 pm
content: Freecycle (or similar) is a good place to get old kit to pull apart, also ask friends... I bet you would be surprised how much old junk people want a home for and it can be a goldmine.... Switches, displays, motors, chassis power supplies, wall-warts and discrete componentsJust get yourself a good supply of solder wick!

author: PhilNY
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: March 22, 2013, 07:06:39 pm
content: AnsonFound enough op amps to keep you busy, plus a function gen kit & misc old dip's.PhilWill try & get them shipped soon.

author: Anson
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: March 22, 2013, 07:41:06 pm
content: Thanks Phil!