I just ordered some small-diameter boards for Rebel emitters from this guy, and he mentioned a batch his supplier made wrong for a project that he’s putting on sale:
Posted with permission
EDIT —- NO DISCUSSION —- IF YOU WANT DISCUSSION, start a thread (let me know and I’ll post a pointer)
He said they are supposed to be DTP, and he’s going to try cutting one in half and post a cross-section picture at his web page.
Fry’s has the HAKKO FX-888D Soldering Iron / Station for $99.99 - $20 instant savings = $79.99 + Free Shipping / Store pickup. In stock for same business day shipping.
This soldering station has been as low as $69 several times before, but this is the first sale on it since January, for those that need it now.
Ive used mine about 1800 times over the past 3 years and its still on its original tip. Temperature control is very precise with fast reheat. It helped convert me from a so-so-soldering-nubie into one of near professional results. Sure, the same basics of correct soldering techniques and skills still apply, but its so much easier with this smurf colored gadget.
In Canada most if not all Lowes have eneloop on clearance, 4AA for 11.99, Eneloop Pro for 9.99! (if you can find them) and 8AA, 2AAA and smart charger for $19.99!
You may even be able to order for delivery, the price drops in the cart/checkout
DorcyDirect.com is having a sitewide sale right now:
30% OFF Entire Site - Use Code: SECRET
These aren’t flashaholic/modder items — but if you’re taking care of people who need reliable lights at home, that will operate on alkaline/NiMH, these folks have a decent variety available and prices are OK during their frequent sales.
Under /Parts/Bulbs you’ll find PR2 dropin replacement LED bulbs, for folks still using old 2D or 4D flashlights with incandescent bulbs
They also have prompt, helpful support when something doesn’t work right.
Some small items ship free all the time; for larger items there’s a minimum amount for free shipping.
This is for US folks, I don’t know how they’d work for anyone buying internationally.
Bangood has a couple of good deals from their US warehouse. The bare aluminum BLF A6, usually $29.99 is now $24.99 and you can apply BG points to take another 15% off down to $21.24. The short tube is reduced down to $3.50 or so.
(Edit: This deal isn’t working anymore) Also, there is an incredibly good deal on the Astrolux SC copper 14500 XP-L HI light, again from the US warehouse, using M4D M4X’s codes to get it down to $34 and change. I just got mine after paying $41 on what I thought was a great deal. Don’t really need another one, but it is a really nice light.