SMD Kits from China - Page 1
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author: mstevens
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: January 17, 2012, 08:39:26 pm
content: I was on Ebay looking to get some SMD component kits, resistors and caps in particular. I am in the US. Can anyone give me their opinion or more importantly their expericence with ordering such kits from China and Hong Kong?Thanks

author: Fraser
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: January 17, 2012, 08:49:40 pm
content: I have bought these kits from China & HK for hobby work. I have various kits as follows:1. SMD capacitors2. SMD Resistors3. SMD transistors and diodes (common GP types)4. Through hole transistors (common GP types)5. Through hole regulators (from +-5 V to +-24V)6. Through hole resistors - Carbon 5%7. Through hole resistors - Metal Film 1%8. Through hole and SMD push button switches (many configurations)9. SMD Electrolytic capacitors10. Through hole electrolytic capacitors.Most of these were purchased from the following ebay sources and I am very happy with the quality of the product supplied. Its good to have a decent stock of modern components as I do repair work and don't like to wait for parts to arrive (I'm impatient)'tedchen1632''electronics-salon''bobsbitsbox'Aurora

author: Chet T16
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: January 17, 2012, 10:37:12 pm
content: I get a good few bits and pieces from bitsbox when i'm some money sitting in the paypal account. Sometimes the ebay account is cheaper but sometimes the website is

author: aluck
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: January 17, 2012, 10:47:53 pm
content: Got a nice 0805 kit from ebay seller tedchen1632Recommended.

author: im_a_human
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: January 17, 2012, 11:24:49 pm
content: I buy alot of these sorts of parts from rapidonline in the UK. I find there service to be really excellent.

author: steff
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: January 19, 2012, 08:38:00 pm
content: bobsbitsbox is UK-based, I believe - I usually try to avoid China because I'm impatient.http://www.bitsbox.co.uk/is them, I believe.

author: Kibi
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: January 19, 2012, 08:58:49 pm
content: Quote from: im_a_human on January 17, 2012, 11:24:49 pmI use them from time to time and I'll agree, their service is very good.

author: shebu18
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: January 20, 2012, 10:53:49 am
content: i bought from ebay 5000 resistors(different values) and 2000 caps(different values),0805's. i recommend them.

author: kodon
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: January 21, 2012, 08:04:14 pm
content: Been there, done that. And I highly recommend having a set of 0805 resistors and capacitors.I ordered a set of 2000 resistors and 500 ceramic caps. It took a while to organize them in to a folder, but was well worth it. Depending wich kind of set I compared them, I saved maybe about 50-150€. Because I noticed while browsing SMD resistor sets that they are usually really expensive.So, go for it

author: Glug
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: February 01, 2012, 05:08:45 pm
content: I'd like to order a set of 1/4 watt through hole resistors and other goodies for prototyping. I'm thinking tedchen1642 on ebay. I also need to order some SMD components.Any expreiences/thoughts on the cheap Economy shipping ($1.90) to the US vs. Standard shipping ($4.90)? Both on shipping time and reliability?Thanks!

author: Glug
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: March 13, 2012, 01:28:38 am
content: Quote from: Glug on February 01, 2012, 05:08:45 pmFyi, I ordered and paid for some items from this seller on Feb 3. I chose the cheap ecomomy shipping and received my items on Feb 18 (in the Midwest). I am very pleased with the transaction.

author: slateraptor
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: March 13, 2012, 04:30:16 am
content: Be wary when purchasing components kits on eBay. In particular, if cap tempco isn't explicitly listed, they're likely Y5V, and even it is listed, I'd exercise caution when prototyping critical/sensitive circuits using gray market components.

author: T4P
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: March 13, 2012, 07:11:16 am
content: Quote from: slateraptor on March 13, 2012, 04:30:16 amMost likely Y5V ... That's a horrible cap ...http://www.aliexpress.com/product-fm/509073685-Free-shipping-0805-SMD-capacitor-52-values-X-50pcs-2600pcs-surface-mount-50V-1pF-1uF-wholesalers.htmlThis shop sells C0G and X7R for the higher values .

author: HammerFET
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: March 13, 2012, 03:13:36 pm
content: I got this "SMD sample book" from ebay. There are a few sellers who sell them:http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/0805-practical-SMD-resistor-and-capacitor-assorted-kit-components-sample-book-/120865572046?pt=UK_BOI_Electrical_Components_Supplies_ET&hash=item1c242644ce#ht_3358wt_952I asked to buy extra pages when ordering but they told me they'd throw in 10 extra pages for free.Great little book, for prototyping it's perfect, I managed to fit all my small smd strips in there.Arrived tracked within a week.

author: mstevens
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: November 18, 2014, 09:03:32 pm
content: I am still looking for a good source for SMD kits. Can you all share your experiences.ThanksMelvin Stevens