[sdiy] USA electronics surplus suppliers

[jeff brown]

These are the only others I know of who sell motors:

http://www.electronicsurplus.com/home.cstm

http://www.goldmine-elec.com/




----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Derek Holzer" <derek at umatic.nl>
To: "'synth-diy'" <synth-diy at dropmix.xs4all.nl>
Sent: Tuesday, March 30, 2010 7:25 AM
Subject: [sdiy] USA electronics surplus suppliers


> Thanks to all who responded with the suggestions on improving my PWM motor 
> controller noise problems. I'm doing some workshops in the USA (mainly at 
> Bent Fest NYC) and I'd like to order parts locally. But looking at Mouser, 
> the cheapest DC motors they have in stock are $25!!!!!!
>
> In contrast, in Germany I can order packages of surplus tape player 
> motors, costing about EUR 3 for 5 motors. Can anyone suggest a similar 
> outlet in the USA to check for surplus electro-mechanical parts? I'd 
> rather not have to pack 25 DC motors in my luggage ;-)
>
> In case anyone has specific leads, I'm looking for small 12V DC motors 
> like these:
>
> http://www.pollin.de/shop/dt/MDY5OTkxOTk-/Bauelemente/Sortimente/Mechanische_Bauteile/Kassettenrecorder_Motoren.html
>
> Otherwise, suggestions of where to look are very welcome!!!
>
> Best!
> Derek
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