Anybody know of a UK vendor for decent Electrolytics?

[Damo666]

I'm looking for a UK vendor who sell reputable Electrolytic Capacitors, as my usual vendors only stock poor ones like Forever, Samxon, Lelon, etc'..

I know RS and Farnell sell Panasonic, Nichicon, and various other good ones, but I'm looking for an alternative vendor with a view to placing small orders now and again as the aforementioned are quite expensive to buy from and only sell in multiples.

[M0FYA Andy]

Bvws

['LIVEWIRE?']

CPC on-line orders are postage free to account holders regardless of the order value

[jonnybear]

You could always try CPC which is a subsidiary of Farnell, free postage if ordered on line. Cricklewood electronics, Willow vale electronics,Irwin electronics,and even Grandata now back on line.
John

[Nickthedentist]

I too would recommend CPC for this. Try to get their paper catalogue if you can, as the website can be much less easy to navigate.

Is WVE still running, John? I haven't used them for over 20 years.

Nick.

[Diabolical Artificer]

CPC's website isn't easy to use but is a good source for caps made by Vishay and other reputable makers.

Don,t forget Ebay, which is a useful source of caps too.

I'd also recommend Audiocap for big F+T electrolytic caps- small company, I've found them very helpful .

[Nicklyons2]

For common values and small quantities I've had good value & V. speedy service from "semtech1", a seller on E-Bay.

Of course for a vast selection of values and manufacturers CPC/FEC take some beating.

[mark pirate]

Another recommendation for CPC, I usually only buy in small quantities, so the free postage is great.
Another good source is 'Just Radios' good quality caps and a good service to boot.

Mark

[HamishBoxer]

BVWS also and let me say well worth supporting.

[MALC SCOTT]

Willow vale ceased years ago.

[daviddeakin]

Can't believe no one has suggested Rapid. They sell a lot of Suntan caps, which are thoroughly reputable.
http://www.rapidonline.com/

[dazzlevision]

Originally Posted by MALC SCOTT

Willow vale ceased years ago.

Bought by Connect Distribution of Birmingham around 2000, but still used as a brand of theirs, I believe.

[Bazz4CQJ]

Could I just ask the question of what are the criteria for identifying a "decent electrolytic"? I believe that we are mainly talking about components suitable for HT roles here?

I must admit that my own approach over recent years has been less than scientific. I've developed a liking for Panasonic components, tending to use capacitors with voltage ratings well over the actual working voltage. I haven't been paying much attention to other parameters such as ripple. What would a "check list" look like for choosing replacement capacitors for a restoration?

B

[Diabolical Artificer]

A decent caps usually means one well constructed and with a good reputation over time. Makes such as Rubycon, Panasonic,Vishay, Rodenstien, Philips, F+T, etc all have a decent reputation.

Andy.