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Old 03-30-2011, 11:58 AM
 
Location: Fairfax, VA
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I'm looking for an electronics supply store in the DC metro area (I live in Alexandria) that sells specialty electronics components - specifically, I have two projects in progress and I need some parts. I can buy online, but I'm impatient and would like to purchase locally if possible.

Are there any such places left in the area?
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Old 03-30-2011, 12:02 PM
 
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They may view it as a strange request, but Conrad-Johnson (high end manufacturer of tube electronics) is located in Merrifield area (probably within walking distance of Dunn Loring Metro stop):

Service and Support

Probably could also look in phone book for general electronics repair shops and see if they will sell you parts you need.
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Old 03-30-2011, 12:26 PM
 
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I haven't been to this place, but because I recalled that there are (or used to be) such stores on General Washington Dr (close to Edsall Rd, Marlos), I just searched and found http://www.arcade-electronics.com

They might have what you're looking for.
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Old 03-30-2011, 12:27 PM
 
Location: Censorshipville...
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Try Radioshack. Most sell the normal consumer electronics, but there are a few that sell actual components. I have one near me, but it's a little far from Alexandria. I'd call them to see if they carry the parts you need.
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Old 03-30-2011, 12:57 PM
 
Location: Loudoun Cty, Virginia
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There are Grainger branches located in Chantilly, Falls Church and Springfield.

I'm not sure if it's just a warehouse or if they have a parts counter, but they should carry everything under the sun that you'd need.

http://www.grainger.com/Grainger/wwg...lue=va&x=0&y=0

Branch: 903
2947 Gallows Rd.
Falls Church, VA 22042-1024
Phone: (703) 698-1503
Fax: (703) 644-8513
Branch Hours:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Eastern (Monday - Friday)
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Old 03-30-2011, 03:58 PM
 
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Try Radioshack. Most sell the normal consumer electronics, but there are a few that sell actual components. I have one near me, but it's a little far from Alexandria. I'd call them to see if they carry the parts you need.

Most Radio Shacks still have a few drawers in the back with electrical components.
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Old 03-31-2011, 08:07 AM
 
Location: Town of Herndon/DC Metro
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I have 2 places:

Richards Computers:
2803 Merrilee Dr, Fairfax, VA 22031
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(703) 876-5355

Also, There's a huge computer electronics supplier in Lotte on 3250 Old Lee Highway. Yes, Lotte is a Korean Supermarket but they have several storefronts within the store and the computer supply/fix shop is one. Make time for lunch.

You'll find that the majority of regular City-Data posters are retirement age and still have their Land Lines so computers just aren't in their wheelhouse
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