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Good Cheap Soldering Iron
A friend of mine is putting together a middle-school electronics lab,
and wants to get some good cheap soldering irons. I've been traumatized by some really pitiful soldering irons so I don't just want to go price shopping. However, since I've been using professional grade, temperature controlled irons almost exclusively for years I can't recommend any good cheap ones. Can anyone recommend a soldering iron that will actually work but doesn't cost much? I'm thinking of a rough equivalent to the Weller WP-25, but that costs less than $20 a pop. Thanks in advance. -- Tim Wescott Wescott Design Services http://www.wescottdesign.com |
"Tim Wescott" wrote in message
... A friend of mine is putting together a middle-school electronics lab, and wants to get some good cheap soldering irons. I've been traumatized by some really pitiful soldering irons so I don't just want to go price shopping. However, since I've been using professional grade, temperature controlled irons almost exclusively for years I can't recommend any good cheap ones. Can anyone recommend a soldering iron that will actually work but doesn't cost much? I'm thinking of a rough equivalent to the Weller WP-25, but that costs less than $20 a pop. Thanks in advance. Tim - The Weller TCP series is routinely available surplus and easy to repair. I see WTCPL, WTCPN & WTCPS systems selling on eBay for $ 25 or less -- I have seen in last 4 weeks at Chicago area hamfests -- very good WTCPS & WTCPN stations selling for $ 20 to $ 25 (some may lack the stand - but that is an easy fix/purchase) The WTCPT (current production model) will usually get a few more dollars depending upon condition. Used bases run around $5, sometimes $ 10 for a cosmetic excellent condition unit. Factory and manufacturing closeouts also produce large number of soldering stations in this price range. New in this price range - you are left with a variety of 120 VAC stick irons of various wattages. Greg |
In article , Tim Wescott
wrote: A friend of mine is putting together a middle-school electronics lab, and wants to get some good cheap soldering irons. I've been traumatized by some really pitiful soldering irons so I don't just want to go price shopping. However, since I've been using professional grade, temperature controlled irons almost exclusively for years I can't recommend any good cheap ones. Can anyone recommend a soldering iron that will actually work but doesn't cost much? I'm thinking of a rough equivalent to the Weller WP-25, but that costs less than $20 a pop. Thanks in advance. Salvage sales? A lot of people at our place took home Weller temp controlled stations as the labs switched over to Metcal, and I've seen stacks of Weller irons at salvage places (as companies continue to go belly-up). -- Namaste-- |
On Fri, 03 Sep 2004 12:13:00 -0700, Tim Wescott
wrote: A friend of mine is putting together a middle-school electronics lab, and wants to get some good cheap soldering irons. I've been traumatized by some really pitiful soldering irons so I don't just want to go price shopping. However, since I've been using professional grade, temperature controlled irons almost exclusively for years I can't recommend any good cheap ones. Can anyone recommend a soldering iron that will actually work but doesn't cost much? I'm thinking of a rough equivalent to the Weller WP-25, but that costs less than $20 a pop. www.circuitspecialists.com has some that look reasonable, although not under $20 they are temp controlled[*] and have holders. One is about $30 and the other about $35. http://www.circuitspecialists.com/prod.itml/icOid/4230 http://www.circuitspecialists.com/prod.itml/icOid/7307 * it says "adjustable output" so may be open-loop control. I've purchased from them in the past (and also under their other link www.web-tronics.com) and they seem reputable. YMMV -- Rich Webb Norfolk, VA |
On Fri, 03 Sep 2004 22:22:47 GMT, Rich Webb
wrote: On Fri, 03 Sep 2004 12:13:00 -0700, Tim Wescott wrote: A friend of mine is putting together a middle-school electronics lab, and wants to get some good cheap soldering irons. I've been traumatized by some really pitiful soldering irons so I don't just want to go price shopping. However, since I've been using professional grade, temperature controlled irons almost exclusively for years I can't recommend any good cheap ones. Can anyone recommend a soldering iron that will actually work but doesn't cost much? I'm thinking of a rough equivalent to the Weller WP-25, but that costs less than $20 a pop. www.circuitspecialists.com has some that look reasonable, although not under $20 they are temp controlled[*] and have holders. One is about $30 and the other about $35. http://www.circuitspecialists.com/prod.itml/icOid/4230 http://www.circuitspecialists.com/prod.itml/icOid/7307 * it says "adjustable output" so may be open-loop control. I've purchased from them in the past (and also under their other link www.web-tronics.com) and they seem reputable. YMMV Circuit Specialists is a good outfit... been around for a long time (33 years), and they're in my neighborhood (Mesa, AZ), about 20 minutes away. About the only place in the Phoenix area to buy **real** parts. ...Jim Thompson -- | James E.Thompson, P.E. | mens | | Analog Innovations, Inc. | et | | Analog/Mixed-Signal ASIC's and Discrete Systems | manus | | Phoenix, Arizona Voice:(480)460-2350 | | | E-mail Address at Website Fax:(480)460-2142 | Brass Rat | | http://www.analog-innovations.com | 1962 | I love to cook with wine. Sometimes I even put it in the food. |
"Rich Webb" wrote in message
... On Fri, 03 Sep 2004 12:13:00 -0700, Tim Wescott wrote: A friend of mine is putting together a middle-school electronics lab, and wants to get some good cheap soldering irons. I've been traumatized by some really pitiful soldering irons so I don't just want to go price shopping. However, since I've been using professional grade, temperature controlled irons almost exclusively for years I can't recommend any good cheap ones. Can anyone recommend a soldering iron that will actually work but doesn't cost much? I'm thinking of a rough equivalent to the Weller WP-25, but that costs less than $20 a pop. www.circuitspecialists.com has some that look reasonable, although not under $20 they are temp controlled[*] and have holders. One is about $30 and the other about $35. http://www.circuitspecialists.com/prod.itml/icOid/4230 http://www.circuitspecialists.com/prod.itml/icOid/7307 * it says "adjustable output" so may be open-loop control. I've purchased from them in the past (and also under their other link www.web-tronics.com) and they seem reputable. YMMV -- Rich Webb Norfolk, VA I did not mention the second soldering station that Rich references for 2 reasons, 1.) Its price was outside your $$ limit 2.) This station is obviously an OEM version from same Singapore mfg. that makes the Haako 936 BUT with a connector change instead of the Amphenol/Tyco used by Haako and Circuit Specialists name. I do know that some Haako dealers aware of this unit are upset with this offering and were planning to talk to their Haako representative. gb |
Jim Thompson wrote:
Circuit Specialists is a good outfit... been around for a long time (33 years), and they're in my neighborhood (Mesa, AZ), about 20 minutes away. About the only place in the Phoenix area to buy **real** parts. ...Jim Thompson Lucky you. PDX has a Fry's and a little local outfit, but that doesn't count for real parts. I used to live in the Boston area, 30 minutes away from an Active store -- that was nice, particularly since it backed up against Future (same company) & you could get non-catalog items at the counter if you really needed them. -- Tim Wescott Wescott Design Services http://www.wescottdesign.com |
On Fri, 03 Sep 2004 16:14:22 -0700, Tim Wescott
wrote: Jim Thompson wrote: Circuit Specialists is a good outfit... been around for a long time (33 years), and they're in my neighborhood (Mesa, AZ), about 20 minutes away. About the only place in the Phoenix area to buy **real** parts. ...Jim Thompson Lucky you. PDX has a Fry's and a little local outfit, but that doesn't count for real parts. I used to live in the Boston area, 30 minutes away from an Active store -- that was nice, particularly since it backed up against Future (same company) & you could get non-catalog items at the counter if you really needed them. When I lived in the Boston area Radio Shack was a real parts warehouse (on Commonwealth Avenue) with a will-call counter (only 45 years ago ;-) ...Jim Thompson -- | James E.Thompson, P.E. | mens | | Analog Innovations, Inc. | et | | Analog/Mixed-Signal ASIC's and Discrete Systems | manus | | Phoenix, Arizona Voice:(480)460-2350 | | | E-mail Address at Website Fax:(480)460-2142 | Brass Rat | | http://www.analog-innovations.com | 1962 | I love to cook with wine. Sometimes I even put it in the food. |
Jim Thompson wrote:
On Fri, 03 Sep 2004 16:14:22 -0700, Tim Wescott wrote: Jim Thompson wrote: Circuit Specialists is a good outfit... been around for a long time (33 years), and they're in my neighborhood (Mesa, AZ), about 20 minutes away. About the only place in the Phoenix area to buy **real** parts. ...Jim Thompson Lucky you. PDX has a Fry's and a little local outfit, but that doesn't count for real parts. I used to live in the Boston area, 30 minutes away from an Active store -- that was nice, particularly since it backed up against Future (same company) & you could get non-catalog items at the counter if you really needed them. When I lived in the Boston area Radio Shack was a real parts warehouse (on Commonwealth Avenue) with a will-call counter (only 45 years ago ;-) ...Jim Thompson That was probably before they got bought by Tandy. -- Tim Wescott Wescott Design Services http://www.wescottdesign.com |
G.Beat wrote:
"Tim Wescott" wrote in message ... I see WTCPL, WTCPN & WTCPS systems selling on eBay for $ 25 or less -- I have seen in last 4 weeks at Chicago area hamfests -- very good WTCPS & WTCPN stations selling for $ 20 to $ 25 (some may lack the stand - but that is an easy fix/purchase) Greg Yea, I just jumped on there and lost a bit for one -- it went to her husband. At least I didn't push the price up too much. -- Tim Wescott Wescott Design Services http://www.wescottdesign.com |
On Fri, 03 Sep 2004 16:14:22 -0700, the renowned Tim Wescott
wrote: Jim Thompson wrote: Circuit Specialists is a good outfit... been around for a long time (33 years), and they're in my neighborhood (Mesa, AZ), about 20 minutes away. About the only place in the Phoenix area to buy **real** parts. ...Jim Thompson Lucky you. PDX has a Fry's and a little local outfit, but that doesn't count for real parts. I used to live in the Boston area, 30 minutes away from an Active store -- that was nice, particularly since it backed up against Future (same company) & you could get non-catalog items at the counter if you really needed them. I think Active has been spun off now. Best regards, Spehro Pefhany -- "it's the network..." "The Journey is the reward" Info for manufacturers: http://www.trexon.com Embedded software/hardware/analog Info for designers: http://www.speff.com |
"G.Beat" wrote in message
news:Fy6_c.366781$%_6.342952@attbi_s01... 2.) This station is obviously an OEM version from same Singapore mfg. that makes the Haako 936 BUT with a connector change instead of the Amphenol/Tyco used by Haako and Circuit Specialists name. I do know that some Haako dealers aware of this unit are upset with this offering and were planning to talk to their Haako representative. gb If the Hakko dealers are upset about Circuit Specialists, they really ought to "love" Madell Technology Corp. (http://www.madelltech.com). They have a QK936A station that not only looks exactly like a Hakko 936, it appears to use the same connectors. They also sell several hot air stations that look amazingly similar to Hakko units. -- James T. White Note: Remove SPAM-GUARD to reply. |
"Tim Wescott" wrote in message
... G.Beat wrote: "Tim Wescott" wrote in message ... I see WTCPL, WTCPN & WTCPS systems selling on eBay for $ 25 or less -- I have seen in last 4 weeks at Chicago area hamfests -- very good WTCPS & WTCPN stations selling for $ 20 to $ 25 (some may lack the stand - but that is an easy fix/purchase) Greg Yea, I just jumped on there and lost a bit for one -- it went to her husband. At least I didn't push the price up too much. Tim - How many do you need? I have probably 4 or 5 original NOS Weller WTCP stations (no neon, no switch) - that I have here. One middle school talked to me about them - but I think they are getting a donation from a local mfg. company Greg w9gb |
"Tim Wescott" wrote in message
... A friend of mine is putting together a middle-school electronics lab, and wants to get some good cheap soldering irons. I've been traumatized by some really pitiful soldering irons so I don't just want to go price shopping. However, since I've been using professional grade, temperature controlled irons almost exclusively for years I can't recommend any good cheap ones. Can anyone recommend a soldering iron that will actually work but doesn't cost much? I'm thinking of a rough equivalent to the Weller WP-25, but that costs less than $20 a pop. Thanks in advance. This iron costs $25 and works well for DIP down to TSSOP. Along with a cheap larger iron for big wires and a heat gun for desoldering, it's all I use. Plus holds less heat than a big soldering iron, lessening damage if someone grabs the wrong end. http://www.hmcelectronics.com/cgi-bi...duct/6520-0001 |
"Tim Wescott" wrote in message ... Lucky you. PDX has a Fry's and a little local outfit, but that doesn't count for real parts. I used to live in the Boston area, 30 minutes away from an Active store -- that was nice, particularly since it backed up against Future (same company) & you could get non-catalog items at the counter if you really needed them. When I lived in the Boston area Radio Shack was a real parts warehouse (on Commonwealth Avenue) with a will-call counter (only 45 years ago ;-) ...Jim Thompson That was probably before they got bought by Tandy. -- Tim Wescott When I lived in the Boston area, I would drive by Radio Shack on the way to Scully Square and the real good parts. Cheers, Harry |
"Jim Thompson" wrote in message
... On Fri, 03 Sep 2004 16:14:22 -0700, Tim Wescott wrote: Jim Thompson wrote: Circuit Specialists is a good outfit... been around for a long time (33 years), and they're in my neighborhood (Mesa, AZ), about 20 minutes away. About the only place in the Phoenix area to buy **real** parts. ...Jim Thompson Lucky you. PDX has a Fry's and a little local outfit, but that doesn't count for real parts. I used to live in the Boston area, 30 minutes away from an Active store -- that was nice, particularly since it backed up against Future (same company) & you could get non-catalog items at the counter if you really needed them. When I lived in the Boston area Radio Shack was a real parts warehouse (on Commonwealth Avenue) with a will-call counter (only 45 years ago Here in the UK virtually all the local component outlets have disappeared. However, there are plenty of mail order suppliers and one can get most items the next day. Leon |
Here in the UK virtually all the local component outlets have disappeared.
However, there are plenty of mail order suppliers and one can get most items the next day. ============================== Indeed ,considering all the States side parts stories , in the UK we are most fortunate in having a number of small, often '0ne or persons ' companies supplying ( by 'next day' mail ) a large variety of common and sometimes not so common parts at very reasonable prices. Because of their limited turnover they are not forced to levy Value Added Tax (VAT) = purchase tax. I am a happy customer (only) of the following 2 , but there are many others : www.modecomponents.co.uk www.jabdog.com Frank GM0CSZ / KN6WH |
On Fri, 3 Sep 2004 22:17:36 -0500, "dh"
wrote: This iron costs $25 and works well for DIP down to TSSOP. Along with a cheap larger iron for big wires and a heat gun for desoldering, it's all I use. Plus holds less heat than a big soldering iron, lessening damage if someone grabs the wrong end. http://www.hmcelectronics.com/cgi-bi...duct/6520-0001 Good stuff. My old 25W Antex is still going strong after more than 20 years! I'll probably buy one of these 15W jobs for the odd SMDs I use. -- "What is now proved was once only imagin'd." - William Blake, 1793. |
"James T. White" wrote in message
... "G.Beat" wrote in message news:Fy6_c.366781$%_6.342952@attbi_s01... 2.) This station is obviously an OEM version from same Singapore mfg. that makes the Haako 936 BUT with a connector change instead of the Amphenol/Tyco used by Haako and Circuit Specialists name. I do know that some Haako dealers aware of this unit are upset with this offering and were planning to talk to their Haako representative. gb If the Hakko dealers are upset about Circuit Specialists, they really ought to "love" Madell Technology Corp. (http://www.madelltech.com). They have a QK936A station that not only looks exactly like a Hakko 936, it appears to use the same connectors. They also sell several hot air stations that look amazingly similar to Hakko units. -- James T. White Note: Remove SPAM-GUARD to reply. I do not believe thet were as upset with this firm, since the rpice discount was not as deep and supposedly "one-time" OEM deal -- which as everyone sees know -- was not true.-- I would not be surprised that some Haako dealers will drop the product. GB |
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Tim Wescott wrote: A friend of mine is putting together a middle-school electronics lab, and wants to get some good cheap soldering irons. Remind him to consider the health and safety issues before making a final decision. In the EC (and perhaps elsewhere) one soon will only be able to get lead-free solder so the soldering staions will need to be compatible with this. The fumes from flux also need to be considered. The exposure to fumes by a child will likely be minimal but, as the purpose will be 'educational', there may be a duty to employ best practice so they end up knowing what a safe workstation is like. Charles |
On Sat, 04 Sep 2004 03:34:01 GMT, "Harry Dellamano"
wrote: "Tim Wescott" wrote in message ... Lucky you. PDX has a Fry's and a little local outfit, but that doesn't count for real parts. I used to live in the Boston area, 30 minutes away from an Active store -- that was nice, particularly since it backed up against Future (same company) & you could get non-catalog items at the counter if you really needed them. When I lived in the Boston area Radio Shack was a real parts warehouse (on Commonwealth Avenue) with a will-call counter (only 45 years ago ;-) ...Jim Thompson That was probably before they got bought by Tandy. -- Tim Wescott When I lived in the Boston area, I would drive by Radio Shack on the way to Scully Square and the real good parts. Cheers, Harry And the Old Howard Casino ?:-) ...Jim Thompson -- | James E.Thompson, P.E. | mens | | Analog Innovations, Inc. | et | | Analog/Mixed-Signal ASIC's and Discrete Systems | manus | | Phoenix, Arizona Voice:(480)460-2350 | | | E-mail Address at Website Fax:(480)460-2142 | Brass Rat | | http://www.analog-innovations.com | 1962 | I love to cook with wine. Sometimes I even put it in the food. |
Leon Heller wrote:
Here in the UK virtually all the local component outlets have disappeared. However, there are plenty of mail order suppliers and one can get most items the next day. Leon It's rare here to be able to waltz down to someplace local and get real components, unless you're lucky enough to happen to be by a big store. And Fry's don't count for parts (although they still have decent test equipment for sale). -- Tim Wescott Wescott Design Services http://www.wescottdesign.com |
Charles DH Williams wrote:
In article , Tim Wescott wrote: A friend of mine is putting together a middle-school electronics lab, and wants to get some good cheap soldering irons. Remind him to consider the health and safety issues before making a final decision. In the EC (and perhaps elsewhere) one soon will only be able to get lead-free solder so the soldering staions will need to be compatible with this. The fumes from flux also need to be considered. The exposure to fumes by a child will likely be minimal but, as the purpose will be 'educational', there may be a duty to employ best practice so they end up knowing what a safe workstation is like. Charles Hmm. Depressingly good point. I just hold my breath while soldering and wash up when I'm done but I really ought to get a hood -- particularly since I'm training my kid to all my bad habits. -- Tim Wescott Wescott Design Services http://www.wescottdesign.com |
Paul Burridge wrote:
On Fri, 3 Sep 2004 22:17:36 -0500, "dh" wrote: This iron costs $25 and works well for DIP down to TSSOP. Along with a cheap larger iron for big wires and a heat gun for desoldering, it's all I use. Plus holds less heat than a big soldering iron, lessening damage if someone grabs the wrong end. http://www.hmcelectronics.com/cgi-bi...duct/6520-0001 Good stuff. My old 25W Antex is still going strong after more than 20 years! I'll probably buy one of these 15W jobs for the odd SMDs I use. So what will you use for the normal SMDs? :) -- Tim Wescott Wescott Design Services http://www.wescottdesign.com |
Tim Wescott wrote:
Charles DH Williams wrote: In article , Tim Wescott wrote: A friend of mine is putting together a middle-school electronics lab, and wants to get some good cheap soldering irons. Remind him to consider the health and safety issues before making a final decision. In the EC (and perhaps elsewhere) one soon will only be able to get lead-free solder so the soldering staions will need to be compatible with this. The fumes from flux also need to be considered. The exposure to fumes by a child will likely be minimal but, as the purpose will be 'educational', there may be a duty to employ best practice so they end up knowing what a safe workstation is like. Charles Hmm. Depressingly good point. I just hold my breath while soldering and wash up when I'm done but I really ought to get a hood -- particularly since I'm training my kid to all my bad habits. At different places where I've worked with a bunch of people soldering at a long bench, I've seen muffin fans at each workstation to keep the rosin smoke out of their face. Good Luck! Rich |
"Tim Wescott" wrote in message
... Charles DH Williams wrote: In article , Tim Wescott wrote: A friend of mine is putting together a middle-school electronics lab, and wants to get some good cheap soldering irons. Remind him to consider the health and safety issues before making a final decision. In the EC (and perhaps elsewhere) one soon will only be able to get lead-free solder so the soldering staions will need to be compatible with this. The fumes from flux also need to be considered. The exposure to fumes by a child will likely be minimal but, as the purpose will be 'educational', there may be a duty to employ best practice so they end up knowing what a safe workstation is like. Charles Hmm. Depressingly good point. I just hold my breath while soldering and wash up when I'm done but I really ought to get a hood -- particularly since I'm training my kid to all my bad habits. Computer muffin fans (12 vdc) are a cheap alternative (which is what is inside the Haako 493 with a filter in front) The Haako 493 and similiar clone units are available for $ 20 to $ 35 used - I picked up one for a workbench last month - $ 30 with the shipping ! Train these kids in proper workbench habits and shop safety - first. The lead-free initaitve is real and in the US we will be working with a "mixed environment" (repair of older equipment with compnents that may not be able to handle high temperatures (70 to 90 degrees higher depending upon formulation used) required for lead-free solders. Kester has a major training effort underway - just for lead-free http://www.kester.com/en-us/index.aspx G. Beat |
Train these kids in proper workbench habits and shop safety - first. The lead-free initaitve is real and in the US we will be working with a "mixed environment" (repair of older equipment with compnents that may not be able to handle high temperatures (70 to 90 degrees higher depending upon formulation used) required for lead-free solders. It's more like 15 to 20 degrees C higher for lead free solder. |
"Jeff" wrote in message
... Train these kids in proper workbench habits and shop safety - first. The lead-free initaitve is real and in the US we will be working with a "mixed environment" (repair of older equipment with compnents that may not be able to handle high temperatures (70 to 90 degrees higher depending upon formulation used) required for lead-free solders. It's more like 15 to 20 degrees C higher for lead free solder. Jeff I was referencing F, you are quoting C. I think you math is a bit low for C (63/37 eutectic is 183 degrees C and Tin/Silver and Tin/Copper eutectics are at 221 and 227. Here is the solder alloy temperature chart (Kester's) - so everyone can see the various formulations, as well as pure tin melting point and the lead-free formulations. http://www.kester.com/en-us/technical/alloy.aspx gb |
The exposure to fumes by a child will likely be minimal but, as
the purpose will be 'educational', there may be a duty to employ best practice so they end up knowing what a safe workstation is like. Charles Hmm. Depressingly good point. I just hold my breath while soldering and wash up when I'm done but I really ought to get a hood -- particularly since I'm training my kid to all my bad habits. ======================================== With the room being ventilated, a small axial fan positioned close to the soldering area will adequately disperse the fumes . Frank GM0CSZ / KN6WH |
But if you had a whole classroom of N children soldering, then
N dispersals scattered over the N children might result in a fume density of N * N / N which would be no dispersal at all! Industrial soldering set-ups have a small vacuum pipe mounted on the iron close to the tip to draw away fumes. "Highland Ham" wrote in message ... The exposure to fumes by a child will likely be minimal but, as the purpose will be 'educational', there may be a duty to employ best practice so they end up knowing what a safe workstation is like. Hmm. Depressingly good point. I just hold my breath while soldering and wash up when I'm done but I really ought to get a hood -- particularly since I'm training my kid to all my bad habits. With the room being ventilated, a small axial fan positioned close to the soldering area will adequately disperse the fumes . |
amen!!!!
bob in phx (mesa really, but who in the outside world knows that mesa and phx are neighbors.) |
Charles DH Williams wrote:
The exposure to fumes by a child will likely be minimal but, as the purpose will be 'educational', there may be a duty to employ best practice so they end up knowing what a safe workstation is like. My first serious soldering was a Knight-Kit at age 14, and I started working full-time as a TV serviceman at age 16. I'm here to tell you that the fumes haven't affected my cheese. Watch it, spaceman, you're crushing my petunias. Nerts. Hot solder pie with crunchy plumbing, yum. No ill effects whatever. -- "The Democrats are all over this. Democratic strategists feel John Kerry's war record means he can beat Bush. They say when it comes down to it, voters will always vote for a war hero over someone who tried to get out of the war. I'll be sure to mention that to Bob Dole when I see him." -- Jay Leno |
On Sat, 04 Sep 2004 03:34:01 GMT, "Harry Dellamano"
wrote: "Tim Wescott" wrote in message ... Lucky you. PDX has a Fry's and a little local outfit, but that doesn't count for real parts. I used to live in the Boston area, 30 minutes away from an Active store -- that was nice, particularly since it backed up against Future (same company) & you could get non-catalog items at the counter if you really needed them. When I lived in the Boston area Radio Shack was a real parts warehouse (on Commonwealth Avenue) with a will-call counter (only 45 years ago ;-) ...Jim Thompson That was probably before they got bought by Tandy. Tim Wescott When I lived in the Boston area, I would drive by Radio Shack on the way to Scully Square and the real good parts. Cheers, Harry Scollay Square was a little before my time. Of historical note, the Sears Crescent Building there, still standing, was where A G Bell and Watson worked on inventing the telephone. Greater Boston still has You-Blew-It Electronics in Needham. (Actually You-Do-It). A few other suppliers, but not like when this was a center of manufacturing. Happy trails, Gary (net.yogi.bear) ------------------------------------------------ at the 51st percentile of ursine intelligence Gary D. Schwartz, Needham, MA, USA Please reply to: garyDOTschwartzATpoboxDOTcom |
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