Cheap components
Nov 1, 2015 23:57:34 GMT
Post by littlepaulio on Nov 1, 2015 23:57:34 GMT
Hi all,
I have ordered a number of items from an Asian electronics supplier who have warehouses in the UK, the US and some other countries I think. I received an Arduino One board and a number of various components. I was very sceptical at first when I saw the prices (often 100 to 200% cheaper than European alternatives.) However, it worked perfectly, and the components were comparable to anything I've bought in my local Maplin. I've used cheaper drill bits with my power drill before and I've also never had any problems. I do always buy my main tools (power drill, circular saw, dremel, soldering iron, various hand saws and chisels) from a local B&Q or other local hardware store, so if I do have problems I can easily return. Plus, I think the quality of the main tool is key- you don't want a poorly constructed power drill that is inconsistent, imprecise or potentially dangerous.
The stuff they sell is perfect for me - I can buy 6 Dremel router bits for the price of one branded Dremel bit! They also sell all the usual electronic bits and bobs - resistors, capacitors, transistors, leds, jumper clips, battery holders, wires, etc, as well as various buttons and switches. Their board selection isn't quite as comprehensive, so I might buy from a tried and trusted vendor in Europe. Can anyone recommend the type of board I should begin with for a simple switch panel (do people ever use Arduino, or should I stick to a Leo Bodnar board?). This is my first foray into panel and component building, so I'm not really sure what cockpit builders tend to use as their main interface board(s). Any advice would be much appreciated.
The site I mentioned earlier is banggood.com, which some people might be familiar with. All items are cheaper if shipped direct from Asia and intl. delivery is free- but be prepared to wait up to 25 working days for delivery. The items which are also stocked in an EU warehouse will usually cost roughly twice the price, but you should receive delivery within 2-3 working days. With all the kit I need I've been opting for delivery from Asia! Lucky I still have Mark's book to finish and more research into the general electronics side of things. That store Mark mentioned (can't remember the name now) seems to be the best bet for acrylic sheets as they will deliver any size.
So any feedback, criticisms or advice will be welcomed!
Cheers,
Paul
I have ordered a number of items from an Asian electronics supplier who have warehouses in the UK, the US and some other countries I think. I received an Arduino One board and a number of various components. I was very sceptical at first when I saw the prices (often 100 to 200% cheaper than European alternatives.) However, it worked perfectly, and the components were comparable to anything I've bought in my local Maplin. I've used cheaper drill bits with my power drill before and I've also never had any problems. I do always buy my main tools (power drill, circular saw, dremel, soldering iron, various hand saws and chisels) from a local B&Q or other local hardware store, so if I do have problems I can easily return. Plus, I think the quality of the main tool is key- you don't want a poorly constructed power drill that is inconsistent, imprecise or potentially dangerous.
The stuff they sell is perfect for me - I can buy 6 Dremel router bits for the price of one branded Dremel bit! They also sell all the usual electronic bits and bobs - resistors, capacitors, transistors, leds, jumper clips, battery holders, wires, etc, as well as various buttons and switches. Their board selection isn't quite as comprehensive, so I might buy from a tried and trusted vendor in Europe. Can anyone recommend the type of board I should begin with for a simple switch panel (do people ever use Arduino, or should I stick to a Leo Bodnar board?). This is my first foray into panel and component building, so I'm not really sure what cockpit builders tend to use as their main interface board(s). Any advice would be much appreciated.
The site I mentioned earlier is banggood.com, which some people might be familiar with. All items are cheaper if shipped direct from Asia and intl. delivery is free- but be prepared to wait up to 25 working days for delivery. The items which are also stocked in an EU warehouse will usually cost roughly twice the price, but you should receive delivery within 2-3 working days. With all the kit I need I've been opting for delivery from Asia! Lucky I still have Mark's book to finish and more research into the general electronics side of things. That store Mark mentioned (can't remember the name now) seems to be the best bet for acrylic sheets as they will deliver any size.
So any feedback, criticisms or advice will be welcomed!
Cheers,
Paul