Purchasing

From where can I source parts?

Once you know the types of components that you need for your project, the next step is to find sources/vendors from which you can purchase the components (also known as sourcing parts). Follow the process below to source parts:

Sources for Electrical and Electromechanical Components

Professional Distributors

These distributors are often used by professionals in industry, and provide the most complete selection of different parts.

Sources for Materials

Adhesives & Tape

Casting Materials

Composites

Fabric

General Parts, Supplies, and Materials

  • ACE Hardware - 2758 S. Crimson Rd., Mesa, AZ 85209. (480) 419-0199
  • Grainger - 775 E. Baseline Rd., Gilbert, AZ 85233. (480) 308-7980
  • Hobby Lobby - 4095 S. Gilbert Rd., Ste. 106, Gilbert, AZ 85297. (480) 855-5109
  • The Home Depot - 7401 S. Power Rd., Queen Creek, AZ 85142. (480) 988-6810
  • Lowe’s - 4730 S. Higley Rd., Gilbert, AZ 85297. (480) 840-6280
  • Michael’s - 5020 S. Power Rd., Gilbert, AZ 85212. (480) 840-3211

Leather

  • Tandy Leather - 2245 W. University Dr. #6, Tempe, AZ. (480) 966-4151

Metal

  • AZ Metals - 526 E. Juanita Ave. #1, Mesa, AZ. (480) 353-2950
  • Industrial Metal Supply - 5150 S. 48th St., Phoenix, AZ. (602) 454-1500 (*Ask for the ASU student discount)

Plastic

Telescoping Tubing

Wood