Can anyone point me to a good source for miniature electronic parts. Im needing everything from plug-in (male and female for transformers) to reed switches.

My local Radio Shack sucks!

Thanks!

E-bay is actually pretty good for electronic parts. There's lots of other on-line suppliers in the UK I'm sure it's the same over your side, have a google.

To get the best prices I usually find scavaging other equipment the best way to go.

I recently wanted a reed switch, also, and it cost a couple of quid in Maplins but then I came across a cheap window alarm system in a pound (dollar) store and ended up gettin 2 reed switches, 2 magnets and batteries and casings all for £1.

George

It's sad that Radio Shack got out of the usefulness business.
Me? I'd Google Electronic Parts + Your City.

The Dollar (Pound) store is definitely the first place you should look for just about everything. I came across the same window alarm and immediately put it to use as an instant alarm for anyone moving my stuff! The alarm goes off if someone picks up a prop or opens your case, etc. The best insurance I ever bought for a buck!

You can also find this kind of stuff on-line if you don't live near a Dollar (Pound) store:
http://www.firstratesecurity.com/slideawayalarm.html

You have to know what's inside to know what electronic parts you'll be getting, but it's kind of an obvious source for a magnetic reed switch and a circuit for making a screaming sound.

I agree ebay is good,

I also use:

http://www.jameco.com
http://www.digikey.com
http://www.sparkfun.com
http://www.allelectronics.com
http://www.goldmine-elec.com (super cheap stuff)

-Craig

Digikey hands down...

I have used all of the sites that Craig lists, all good, but Digikey has the best overall selection.

Some great ideas, thanks!

"Radio Shack....you got questions.....WE got friggen questions."

Miniature plugs are at hobby shops that sell model airplane/ rocket items. Reed switches can be found on line.

Dr. Solar

Lots of reed switches at train shops as well. I got a whole pile on ebay for about $5. -Craig