Radio Shack

[Jules Richardson]

On 02/07/2015 02:29 PM, Chuck Guzis wrote:
> On 02/07/2015 11:45 AM, Jules Richardson wrote:
>
>> They didn't have a 7809 regulator, which is what I actually went there
>> for on the offchance they had one...
>
> I'd be surprised if they did, even in the old days.  How much call is there
> for a 9 volt positive linear regulator?

Perhaps not much, although I was surprised that they even had 7805's and 
7812's. There was a variable regulator (most likely the LM317 that Dave 
mentioned) - but I think they wanted close to $5 for that, and I had a 
feeling that put it more into "wait until I'm next ordering components 
online" territory.

> One of the bargains, if you can use it, is the wire-wrap tool about the
> size of a large jeweler's screwdriver.  An end cap pops off to reveal an
> AWG 30 wire stripper.  I think I found one at about $7.00 there.

Yes, it's mainly the DIY circuit fabrication/repair things that I want to 
keep an eye on - their breadboards were rather expensive, but some of the 
tools and bare PCBs might be worth getting in a few weeks if the prices 
drop a little more.

I might load up on D-sub connectors and DIL IC sockets, too.

cheers

Jules