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"John, N9JG" wrote:

Amidon sells the Fair-Rite toroid 5977003801 as Core Number FT-240-77 @ $9
each. In an attempt to get a better price, I contacted Lodestone Pacific and
was told that this particular item has a "grid" of 50 which means their
minimum order quantity is 50. I don't mind ordering 10 toroids, but 50
toroids would last me several lifetimes. A company called Kreg Component
also handles this item, but it is on back order. Any suggestions on where to
buy this toroid at a better price than Amidon?

John,

It's tough to find better pricing in low quantities. Considering that
even small toroids are at least $0.50, a big one like FT-240-77 for $9
doesn't seem out of line for 1~10 pcs. At least Amidon makes it possible
to buy in such small quantities. Another good supplier is Ocean State
Electronics (http://www.oselectronics.com) and their price is $8.75.

So, whatcha building anyway?

--
Joe K9LY