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* http://pcbshopper.com/ compare quotes from 23 PCB manufacturers
 
* http://pcbshopper.com/ compare quotes from 23 PCB manufacturers
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== Metal Working ==
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=== TIG Supplies ===
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* [https://store.cyberweld.com/weaktigtoack2.html The Weldcraft AK4C torch kit] is the "base" kit for the Millermatic Dynasty 280DX.
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=== Powder Coating ===
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==== Food Safe ====
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* [https://www.powderbuythepound.com/fda-approved-clear.html FDA-approved clear]
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==== NON Food Safe ====
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* [https://www.eastwood.com/hotcoat-powder-coating/powders.html Eastwood] has a large selection of colors, and a store located on the South Side and are open seven days a week
    
== Free Stuff ==
 
== Free Stuff ==
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* [http://www.otisoakley.com/ Otis-Oakley] — Sells scrap steel, as well as some new steel. Location: California Ave and Fulton St, Chicago
 
* [http://www.otisoakley.com/ Otis-Oakley] — Sells scrap steel, as well as some new steel. Location: California Ave and Fulton St, Chicago
 
* [https://www.metalsdepot.com/index.phtml MetalsDepot] — A source for metals, all kinds and shapes, no minimums. Location: Winchester, KY
 
* [https://www.metalsdepot.com/index.phtml MetalsDepot] — A source for metals, all kinds and shapes, no minimums. Location: Winchester, KY
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* [https://www.midweststeelsupply.com/store/index.php Midwest Steel] - A source for metals, all shapes and larger sizes available than most, no minimums. Location: Rodgers, MN.
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* [https://www.speedymetals.com/ Speedy Metals] - A source for metals all shapes and sizes, Plate/sheet are a standard size, no minimums, and has discounted items. Location: Rockford, IL
    
=== Paper ===
 
=== Paper ===
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* [http://www.horiganufp.com/ Horrigan Urban Forest Products] — Skokie — urban felled hardwoods
 
* [http://www.horiganufp.com/ Horrigan Urban Forest Products] — Skokie — urban felled hardwoods
 
* [http://ghwoodworking-com.web4.tempwebsite.net/?page_id=24 GH Woodworking] — Wauconda sawyer — reclaimed urban hardwood.
 
* [http://ghwoodworking-com.web4.tempwebsite.net/?page_id=24 GH Woodworking] — Wauconda sawyer — reclaimed urban hardwood.
* [http://rebuildingexchange.org/retail-warehouse Rebuilding Exchange]  — Chicago (10 minutes drive South on Elston) — reclaimed lumber and fixtures
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* [https://www.rebuildingexchange.org/warehouse Rebuilding Exchange]  — Chicago (10 minutes drive South on Elston) — reclaimed lumber and fixtures
    
=== Plastic ===
 
=== Plastic ===
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* [http://www.raycosignsupply.com Rayco Sign Supply] — roll vinyl for the use with the vinyl cutter, and other sign-making supplies. Location: Chicago
 
* [http://www.raycosignsupply.com Rayco Sign Supply] — roll vinyl for the use with the vinyl cutter, and other sign-making supplies. Location: Chicago
 
* [http://www.eagerplastics.com/cat.htm Eager Polymers] — Liquid thermosets: Silicones, epoxies, moldmaking, etc. Location: 48th St, Chicago
 
* [http://www.eagerplastics.com/cat.htm Eager Polymers] — Liquid thermosets: Silicones, epoxies, moldmaking, etc. Location: 48th St, Chicago
* [http://www.abbeyspecialties.com/ Abbey Specialties] — laserable acrylic, potentially other plastics and rubbers (talk to Tony) — PS:1's landlord — literally next door
      
===Glass===
 
===Glass===
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* [http://tglass.com/ Tortenson glass 3233 N. Sheffield Ave.]
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* [http://tglass.com/ Tortenson glass 3233 N. Sheffield Ave.] - tends to be expensive, compared to Chicago Tempered Glass
 
* [http://www.chicagotemperedglass.com/ Chicago Tempered Glass]
 
* [http://www.chicagotemperedglass.com/ Chicago Tempered Glass]
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* The internet! For standard sizes and thicknesses, you can now get glass delivered for less than the price of local custom fabrication.
    
== Reference ==
 
== Reference ==
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* [http://www.cooperhandtools.com/brands/nicholson_files/Nicholson%20Guide%20To%20Filing%202006.pdf Nicholson File Information] Nicholson file guide to files and filing.
 
* [http://www.cooperhandtools.com/brands/nicholson_files/Nicholson%20Guide%20To%20Filing%202006.pdf Nicholson File Information] Nicholson file guide to files and filing.
 
* [http://www.cooperhandtools.com/brands/nicholson_files/file_terminology.pdf Nicholson File Terminology] Nicholson File Terminology Guide
 
* [http://www.cooperhandtools.com/brands/nicholson_files/file_terminology.pdf Nicholson File Terminology] Nicholson File Terminology Guide
* [http://www.sherline.com/resource.htm Sherline's Metalworking Resources and Hotlinks List] Reference material for miniature machining.
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* [https://www.sherline.com/related-links-and-resources/ Sherline's Metalworking Resources and Hotlinks List] Reference material for miniature machining.
 
* [http://www.shopfloortalk.com/forums/index.php Shop Floor Talk Forum] A forum for all things metal and metal working.
 
* [http://www.shopfloortalk.com/forums/index.php Shop Floor Talk Forum] A forum for all things metal and metal working.
 
* [http://bbs.homeshopmachinist.net/index.php The Home Shop Machinist & Machinist's Workshop BBS] A forum for all things metal and metal working.
 
* [http://bbs.homeshopmachinist.net/index.php The Home Shop Machinist & Machinist's Workshop BBS] A forum for all things metal and metal working.
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