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    Anchor Electronics

    4.9 (81 reviews)
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    Closed 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Junaid Q.

    I moved to the Bay Area in the late '80s as a computer engineer, and places like Fry's Electronics and Central Computer were my go-to hangouts. It's disheartening that they're all gone now. Recently, I needed an electronic part and discovered this store--the last of its kind in the Bay Area. Walking in was a bittersweet experience; the nostalgia was strong, but it was sad to see how small this last remaining store is now. The person who helped me was great, though she shared my sadness that this is the only remaining electronics store. Strangely enough, it's located near Nvidia--oh how I wish Nvidia would fund them to keep this last electronics store alive in Silicon Valley. What is a a Silicon Valley without an electronics store

    Vive la resistance!
    Michael S.

    YoooooooooooooooOOOOooooo!!! This place is just... THE BEST! Ever since Frye's shutdown, I have been looking for an electronics store where you can buy individual components, but man oh man, that has been impossible! The worst part about this is that it wasn't showing up on Google and I never saw it. I mean, I typed in "Electronics" and it wasn't showing... what the heckers?! It's in the freaking name! Anyway, they have a super massive selection and it is awesome!! Aight, if you've ever been inside of Frye's, you wouldn't wonder for a second why they went out o business. They have the inventory of a tiny shoppe inside of a costco sized store. The rent MUST have been out of this world and you're selling things for like, 0.10$? How does this make sense? Anchor Electronics is really what Frye's should have been: all that inventory inside of a store that's 30 meters long and not 50 km! Madness! I bought so much junk like a kid in a candy store! It was perfect. This place is perfect. You're perfect. LuvYou! :D

    Hard-to-find 5V 4A power supply
    Kathy Y.

    (Enter the parking lot from Walsh) Remember to wear a mask! They DO enforce it! My husband was super happy to find this place because he was able to get his hard-to-find item: 5V 4A power supply! Store is super clean, tidy, and organized! The owner helped him and was friendly. It's great to have super knowledgeable women in the electronics industry!!

    $3:10 for all me goodies

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    Only place I can find electronics parts these days . So glad they are here. Huge selection of parts. Their parts inventory is online.

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    Great service and price. We really appreciate having a business locally and didn't have to mail order.

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    Good selection of parts. Friendly and helpful staff. Recommended for even small orders.

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    Plenty of electronic components, I always find what I am looking for. Great option if you are looking for urgent spare parts.

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    This place is amazing, also love all the unique things they have. They have a great selection of electronic components.

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    Ask the Community - Anchor Electronics

    I am a retirement community and we have replaced a quantity of Audix electronic equipment in both our auditorium and lounge, There are wireless microphones, headsets, and receivers. I would like to donate this equipment rather than dump it. Ideas?

    Try Excess Solutions in Milpitas 408-262-3900. Or maybe a school?

    Can I sell an old Arduino and an old set of jumper cables?

    Sorry, no...

    Hi, do you have MOV-20D471K varistor in stock? I just need one piece of it..Thanks in advance

    Don't have that part number, but may have one that would work. If you're nearby stop in and check out our MOV selection...

    Does this place carry the industrial grade Mean Well sd-15a-5 which is a 12v to 5v3amp step-down buck converter for automobiles?

    Sorry, we don't. You might try Jameco Electronics...

    Hey, might be a bit too hipster but do you sell cassette player belts? or just electronic 3.5mm square rubber belts in general? or maybe a precision solder iron?

    soldering iron, yes - belts, no...

    Do you accept Docking Stations for cash? I have a CalDigit Ts3 that I am looking to sell.

    Sorry, no... Try Craig's List...

    Hello, do you accept soldering work? Solder miniature bulb light into PCB. I have the tiny bulb and printed circuit board. Bulbs to be soldered 15 pcs.…

    Sorry, no - we just sell parts...

    Do you accept If I sell used MacBook Pro?

    Sorry, no... Maybe try Central Computer?

    Hello, Do you sell Arduino products and Trigger Cycle Delay Timer Switch? I’m working on a project…

    We do have quite a few Arduino (and related) items. But no time delay switch. Would be best if you could come into the showroom!

    Hi, do you do a repair for karaoke machine?

    Sorry, we don't do any repairs...

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    Review Highlights - Anchor Electronics

    Anchor Electronics is one of the few electronic component supply stores left in Silicon Valley.

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