Supply chain update: 36PDT, 12PDT may be experiencing shortage conditions. I have in front of me a parallel port switch box, consisting of three Centronics ports - common, A and B - connected via a rotary switch that appears
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Schontek Electronics is monitoring the latest supply chain developments. According to reports from StackExchange, the following components may be affected by shortage conditions:
Affected Part Numbers
Supply Chain Context
I have in front of me a parallel port switch box, consisting of three Centronics ports - common, A and B - connected via a rotary switch that appears to switch all lines (none are connected in common, even grounds, except the screens through the chassis). Somewhere I have another that switches between 4 DB-25s. These would appear to need 36PDT and 25P4T switches, respectively, for a few V DC and no more than about 100mA. Now I have an application for switching between two sensors using 15-pin
What This Means for Your Supply Chain
If your production relies on any of these components, we recommend:
- Place orders early - Lead times are extending across the industry
- Consider alternatives - Our team can identify cross-reference parts
- Buffer stock - Maintain extra inventory for critical components
- Stay informed - Subscribe to our shortage alerts for updates
How Schontek Can Help
As a US-based electronic components distributor, Schontek specializes in:
- Sourcing hard-to-find and shortage parts
- Providing verified alternatives and cross-references
- Fast delivery from our San Jose, CA warehouse
- Quality assurance with ISO 9001 certified processes
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Source: StackExchange