Where can I source the ATSHA204A

[marceltrapman]

I have seen that the Sensebender makes use of the ATSHA204A.

Because I like the idea of using that chip I searched for a source for these puppies.

Unfortunately they are either very expensive or I have to order a lot (too many).

Obviously I checked out AliExpress but when you look at the description I would be surprised if many of them are original or even a good product.

Can anyone think (or know) of the best source for these and/or do I have to accept that they are expensive?

[tbowmo]

@marceltrapman

Have you checked mouser, or digikey? (they also deliver to europe), mouser wants 0.8$ per chip, if you order below 10 units.

Of course there are handling fees to add (if you can't bring your order above 100$ (or 65€ if you live in an € country)

[marceltrapman]

That is exactly my issue. Either the minimum order or the maximum handling fees

[hek]

I could as Itead to stock some. But it means china delivery and their delivery fees.

[marceltrapman]

@hek I will check how many I really want again the total price and let you know.
Shipping fees from iTead are always better

[marceltrapman]

OK, I combined buying these from Mouser with a couple of other things.
No shipping fees anymore

@hek thanks for the offer though...

[ahmedadelhosni]

@marceltrapman Can you share the link of the IC on mouser please ? I know we need the one with 3 pins but I can't differentiate between different IC serial numbers and which ones doesn't require ordering in large numbers. Thanks.

[tbowmo]

This one can be ordered in smaller quantities.

http://www.mouser.dk/ProductDetail/Atmel/ATSHA204A-STUCZ-T

[ahmedadelhosni]

@tbowmo Great. Thanks