Recommended Component Suppliers. - UK Vintage Radio Repair and Restoration Discussion Forum

Station X · 27th Jun 2010, 8:28 pm

This thread can be used to post details of recommended component suppliers.

Include such details as web, or postal, address and telephone number of each supplier, plus a brief description of what that supplier supplies. Please indicate if the company is located outside the UK. Do not compare one supplier with another. No duplicates please. Let us know if the information is out of date.

As some retail stores have very small stocks, it is advisable to check that what you require is in stock either on their website or by phone before visiting the store.

To help you search quickly for the component(s) you require, please use "Search this thread" entering the name of your requirement as the keyword.

Station X · 27th Jun 2010, 8:32 pm

I'll start the ball rolling with the big three. They supply all manner of capacitors, resistors, hardware, wire and cable etc.

RS Components.
http://uk.rs-online.com

Farnell
http://uk.farnell.com/

CPC
http://cpc.farnell.com/

paulsherwin · 27th Jun 2010, 8:58 pm

Mouser are a similar operation to RS and Farnell, and very popular with American hobbyists. They are based in the US but have a UK facing website with £ pricing:

http://gb.mouser.com/Home.aspx

Brian R Pateman · 27th Jun 2010, 9:22 pm

And one for the test gear fans;

http://www.stewart-of-reading.co.uk/

Very helpful and usually provide a copy of the manual.

Station X · 28th Jun 2010, 8:26 am

Just Radios.

http://www.justradios.com/

Located in Canada this company is best known for supplying capacitors for use in valve radios.

Station X · 28th Jun 2010, 8:27 am

Valve and Tube Supplies.

http://www.valves.uk.com/

Supply valves and holders.

mickjjo · 28th Jun 2010, 10:36 pm

Past Times Radio:-

http://www.pasttimesradio.co.uk/spares/spares.html

New and used components. Postal service.

Regards, Mick.

mickjjo · 28th Jun 2010, 10:49 pm

6V6.co.uk

http://www.6v6.co.uk/cp/scripts/prodList.asp

Components and kits, postal only.

Regards, Mick.

Red to black · 28th Jun 2010, 11:43 pm

Rapid Electronics ,UK, General components, Kits and tools etc.

http://www.rapidonline.com/

Screwfix, UK, Hardware/tools/fasteners/nuts/bolts/general diy etc.

http://www.screwfix.com/

Mike Phelan · 29th Jun 2010, 11:53 am

Budget Batteries. The obvious!

http://www.budgetbatteries.co.uk/batteries/pp3-9v/

mhennessy · 29th Jun 2010, 1:04 pm

Partridge Electronics - all manner of old curiosities that aren't stocked by the mainstream suppliers...

http://www.partridgeelectronics.co.uk/

Steve_P · 29th Jun 2010, 7:40 pm

Another good supplier:

Cricklewood Electronics
http://www.cricklewoodelectronics.co...ewood/home.php

Well they've been good for me anyway. Inclusion here does not mean this site is responsible for individual transactions etc etc.

Cheers,

Steve P.

percival007 · 26th Jul 2010, 8:31 am

Little Diode.

Based in Surrey.

http://www.littlediode.com/components/home.php

All sorts of electronic components to the Trade and to Private Individuals.

JC

XTC · 29th Jul 2010, 2:00 pm

Mode Components based in Birmingham

http://www.modecomponents.co.uk/

It helps if you email with order details and they can reply with the latest prices and stock availability. Probably the same as on their website.

They're very good for obsolete and obscure semiconductors. If they haven't got what you want, it's worth asking to see if they can get it.

Pete.

arjoll · 15th Nov 2010, 10:08 am

Only just noticed this thread!

In this part of the world Jaycar are worth a look - they have a retail presence in NZ and Australia (we only have a 'stockist' here though, who doesn't actually stock much!) and web stores for NZ, Australia, UK, US and Canada. They're quite good for passives, ICs etc, and still do kitsets and the like.

Dick Smith are now only any good for 1/2 w metal film resistors - they show a very limited range of other components on their website, but you'll struggle to find much in store. All the kitsets etc were dropped a couple of years ago.

For heatshrink etc I use Radcliffe Electrical (aka J A Russell).

Finally there's always RS, Farnell, Digi-Key etc who are either in or ship to NZ.

IJK2008 · 29th Nov 2010, 3:05 pm

I just got some 470k & 1Meg log pots with double pole switch from:

http://www.bowood-electronics.co.uk/

Will at Bowood is a very friendly supplier and has some other items that may be useful to restorers.

Ian

BakeliteBear · 9th Feb 2011, 10:01 am

I can supply braided cords for vintage telephones. Top quality UK manufactured tinsel core with a pure Egyptian cotton braid and supplied with the correct loop and cotton ties – no cable ties to spoil the job!

They are hand plaited and made to order, so virtually any length/finish is possible. Please PM me if you are interested.

glowinganode · 9th Feb 2011, 10:20 pm

Langrex supplies - valves and semis,

www.langrex.co.uk

(See post #32)

60 oldjohn · 10th Feb 2011, 8:21 pm

RADIO & TV CONTROL KNOBS. I can supply certain odd knobs from my ever growing collection. PM me with make, model, shaft size, flat, screw fixing, spline shaft, colour, In fact as much information as possible. Add that finishing touch to your British 1920s -1990s Radio or TV. John.

mikelect · 17th Jun 2011, 1:26 pm

I've just found a supplier of braided sleeving it is made of polyester, expandable and available in red and white and it is expandable. Available from HEATSHRINK ONLINE. CO.UK 01480 812971. I ordered online one evening and it was delivered by post 24h later. He also has a range of heatshrink and various accessories available.

Mike

27th Jun 2010, 8:28 pm	#1
Station X Moderator Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Ipswich, Suffolk, IP4, UK. Posts: 20,642	Recommended Component Suppliers. This thread can be used to post details of recommended component suppliers. Include such details as web, or postal, address and telephone number of each supplier, plus a brief description of what that supplier supplies. Please indicate if the company is located outside the UK. Do not compare one supplier with another. No duplicates please. Let us know if the information is out of date. As some retail stores have very small stocks, it is advisable to check that what you require is in stock either on their website or by phone before visiting the store. To help you search quickly for the component(s) you require, please use "Search this thread" entering the name of your requirement as the keyword. __________________ Graham. Forum Moderator Reach for your meter before you reach for your soldering iron.

27th Jun 2010, 8:32 pm	#2
Station X Moderator Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Ipswich, Suffolk, IP4, UK. Posts: 20,642	Re: Recommended Component Suppliers. I'll start the ball rolling with the big three. They supply all manner of capacitors, resistors, hardware, wire and cable etc. RS Components. http://uk.rs-online.com Farnell http://uk.farnell.com/ CPC http://cpc.farnell.com/ __________________ Graham. Forum Moderator Reach for your meter before you reach for your soldering iron.

27th Jun 2010, 9:22 pm	#4
Brian R Pateman Nonode Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Western Lake District, Cumbria (CA20) - UK Posts: 2,136	Re: Recommended Component Suppliers. And one for the test gear fans; http://www.stewart-of-reading.co.uk/ Very helpful and usually provide a copy of the manual. __________________ Brian

28th Jun 2010, 8:26 am	#5
Station X Moderator Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Ipswich, Suffolk, IP4, UK. Posts: 20,642	Re: Recommended Component Suppliers. Just Radios. http://www.justradios.com/ Located in Canada this company is best known for supplying capacitors for use in valve radios. __________________ Graham. Forum Moderator Reach for your meter before you reach for your soldering iron.

28th Jun 2010, 8:27 am	#6
Station X Moderator Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Ipswich, Suffolk, IP4, UK. Posts: 20,642	Re: Recommended Component Suppliers. Valve and Tube Supplies. http://www.valves.uk.com/ Supply valves and holders. __________________ Graham. Forum Moderator Reach for your meter before you reach for your soldering iron.

27th Jun 2010, 8:58 pm	#3
paulsherwin Moderator Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Oxford, UK Posts: 27,151	Re: Recommended Component Suppliers. Mouser are a similar operation to RS and Farnell, and very popular with American hobbyists. They are based in the US but have a UK facing website with £ pricing: http://gb.mouser.com/Home.aspx

28th Jun 2010, 10:36 pm	#7
mickjjo Rest in Peace Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Dartford, Kent, UK. Posts: 1,661	Re: Recommended Component Suppliers. Past Times Radio:- http://www.pasttimesradio.co.uk/spares/spares.html New and used components. Postal service. Regards, Mick.

28th Jun 2010, 10:49 pm	#8
mickjjo Rest in Peace Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Dartford, Kent, UK. Posts: 1,661	Re: Recommended Component Suppliers. 6V6.co.uk http://www.6v6.co.uk/cp/scripts/prodList.asp Components and kits, postal only. Regards, Mick.

28th Jun 2010, 11:43 pm	#9
Red to black Nonode Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, UK. Posts: 2,432	Re: Recommended Component Suppliers. Rapid Electronics ,UK, General components, Kits and tools etc. http://www.rapidonline.com/ Screwfix, UK, Hardware/tools/fasteners/nuts/bolts/general diy etc. http://www.screwfix.com/ __________________ I don't suffer from Insanity. I enjoy every minute of it. Last edited by Station X; 2nd Jun 2022 at 8:36 am. Reason: Dead links removed.

29th Jun 2010, 11:53 am	#10
Mike Phelan Dekatron Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Near Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK Posts: 4,588	Re: Recommended Component Suppliers. Budget Batteries. The obvious! http://www.budgetbatteries.co.uk/batteries/pp3-9v/ __________________ Mike. Last edited by Station X; 2nd Jun 2022 at 8:37 am. Reason: Dead links removed.

29th Jun 2010, 1:04 pm	#11
mhennessy Dekatron Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Evesham, Worcestershire, UK. Posts: 4,187	Re: Recommended Component Suppliers. Partridge Electronics - all manner of old curiosities that aren't stocked by the mainstream suppliers... http://www.partridgeelectronics.co.uk/

29th Jun 2010, 7:40 pm	#12
Steve_P Dekatron Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Bolton, Greater Manchester, UK. Posts: 6,639	Re: Recommended Component Suppliers. Another good supplier: Cricklewood Electronics http://www.cricklewoodelectronics.co...ewood/home.php Well they've been good for me anyway. Inclusion here does not mean this site is responsible for individual transactions etc etc. Cheers, Steve P. __________________ If we've always had it, why is the Car Boot open? You're not sneaking another Old TV in are you...?

26th Jul 2010, 8:31 am	#13
percival007 Heptode Join Date: May 2005 Location: Oxfordshire, UK. Posts: 851	Re: Recommended Component Suppliers. Little Diode. Based in Surrey. http://www.littlediode.com/components/home.php All sorts of electronic components to the Trade and to Private Individuals. JC

29th Jul 2010, 2:00 pm	#14
XTC Retired Dormant Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Bristol, UK. Posts: 837	Re: Recommended Component Suppliers. Mode Components based in Birmingham http://www.modecomponents.co.uk/ It helps if you email with order details and they can reply with the latest prices and stock availability. Probably the same as on their website. They're very good for obsolete and obscure semiconductors. If they haven't got what you want, it's worth asking to see if they can get it. Pete.

15th Nov 2010, 10:08 am	#15
arjoll Dekatron Join Date: May 2006 Location: Invercargill, New Zealand Posts: 3,375	Re: Recommended Component Suppliers. Only just noticed this thread! In this part of the world Jaycar are worth a look - they have a retail presence in NZ and Australia (we only have a 'stockist' here though, who doesn't actually stock much!) and web stores for NZ, Australia, UK, US and Canada. They're quite good for passives, ICs etc, and still do kitsets and the like. Dick Smith are now only any good for 1/2 w metal film resistors - they show a very limited range of other components on their website, but you'll struggle to find much in store. All the kitsets etc were dropped a couple of years ago. For heatshrink etc I use Radcliffe Electrical (aka J A Russell). Finally there's always RS, Farnell, Digi-Key etc who are either in or ship to NZ. Last edited by Station X; 1st Jun 2022 at 5:24 pm. Reason: LINKS FIXED.

29th Nov 2010, 3:05 pm	#16
IJK2008 Hexode Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Glasgow, UK. Posts: 321	Re: Recommended Component Suppliers. I just got some 470k & 1Meg log pots with double pole switch from: http://www.bowood-electronics.co.uk/ Will at Bowood is a very friendly supplier and has some other items that may be useful to restorers. Ian

9th Feb 2011, 10:01 am	#17
BakeliteBear Pentode Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Leicestershire Posts: 203	Re: Recommended Component Suppliers. I can supply braided cords for vintage telephones. Top quality UK manufactured tinsel core with a pure Egyptian cotton braid and supplied with the correct loop and cotton ties – no cable ties to spoil the job! They are hand plaited and made to order, so virtually any length/finish is possible. Please PM me if you are interested. __________________

9th Feb 2011, 10:20 pm	#18
glowinganode Octode Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, UK. Posts: 1,522	Re: Recommended Component Suppliers. Langrex supplies - valves and semis, www.langrex.co.uk (See post #32) __________________ We have done so much, for so long, with so little, we are now qualified to do anything with nothing. Last edited by Darren-UK; 4th Sep 2011 at 11:23 am. Reason: Note added re Sycom.

10th Feb 2011, 8:21 pm	#19
60 oldjohn Dekatron Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: East Yorkshire, UK. Posts: 3,806	Re: Recommended Component Suppliers. RADIO & TV CONTROL KNOBS. I can supply certain odd knobs from my ever growing collection. PM me with make, model, shaft size, flat, screw fixing, spline shaft, colour, In fact as much information as possible. Add that finishing touch to your British 1920s -1990s Radio or TV. John.

17th Jun 2011, 1:26 pm	#20
mikelect Retired Dormant Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Wrexham, North Wales, UK. Posts: 799	Braided sleeving I've just found a supplier of braided sleeving it is made of polyester, expandable and available in red and white and it is expandable. Available from HEATSHRINK ONLINE. CO.UK 01480 812971. I ordered online one evening and it was delivered by post 24h later. He also has a range of heatshrink and various accessories available. Mike