How to sample basic component like resistors or capacitors?

[PlatinumT]

Basic component samples?

Has anyone been able to sample basic component such as resistors and capacitors? If so where?

Thanks

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[mip]

Re: Basic component samples?

Basically no problem, but normally you'll only get a few samples, so don't try to abuse this source to fill your tinkering crate.
Resistors, capacitors, etc. are dirt cheap even for hobbyists - don't waste your time.

 

[guamak_menanak]

Re: Basic component samples?

Why resistor and capacitor?? You can buy it for a small price! No need to get a free sample!

If you want a sample of IC or other components which is very rare to get, you can search them at the IC company! Some of them provide a free sample!

 

[davorin]

Re: Basic component samples?

Maybe more interesting to know which companies supply free samples of inductors for switching power supplies...

 

[duncan94022]

Re: Basic component samples?

On the subject of free samples, you can't beat Texas Instruments. They will give you 2 or 3 parts of anything (I have gotten $30 modules this way) and ship it overnight FedEx. That's right, fill out a web form for a sample request and get it delivered to your door the next morning! davorin, I don't know about inductor companies. They tend to be old and cranky :x

 

[gennady]

Re: Basic component samples?

Maybe more interesting to know which companies supply free samples of inductors for switching power supplies...

h..p://www.coilcraft.com