International Buyers. Please be sure to read the International Shipping section of our Store Policies.

Attention OEMs, CMs, EMS Providers, and others with new surplus electronic components. We purchase excess inventory. Contact our office at 732-793-6030 and ask to speak with our Asset Recovery Manager.

We receive questions about counterfeit electronic components regularly. To help provide you with the safest customer experience possible we have included answers to the most frequently asked questions below.

• Does it really matter if I buy a counterfeit part? All I need is a resistor.
• How widespread is the problem and is it ever safe to purchase electronic components online?
• Which electronic components do Counterfeiters target?
• Where do counterfeits come from?
• Do companies really MAKE fake parts?
• What about ICs that require sophisticated fabrication equipment and proprietary processes? Are they counterfeited too?
• We use are extremely sophisticated parts that have a proprietary processes. Are they counterfeited too?

Does it really matter if I buy a counterfeit part? All I need is a resistor.
Definitely Yes. Especially if the value, tolerance, or temperature coefficient matters. Counterfeit parts often do not meet the same specifications as authentic parts. Sometimes they are different parts or technologies altogether. You may purchase a 10K 1% thin film resistor and receive thick film part, or even a different value.

How widespread is the problem and is it ever safe to purchase electronic components online?
Buying electronic components online today is a lot like downloading software on the Internet. If you are know your source of supply, and your supplier is reputable you are probably safe, as long as your supplier has the knowledge, experience, and tools to detect counterfeit electronic components if his supplier ships them to him. But remember, much like downloading software, even safe suppliers can pass along problems if they do not have processes in place to safeguard your interest.

Which electronic components do Counterfeiters target?
Almost every component you can think of. Simple devices including capacitors, resistors, inductors, transistors, diodes, and some ICs are very easy to Counterfeit. More complex or proprietary parts are salvaged from heaps of eScrap and then sold as new. Microprocessors, memory, and programmable logic are frequently counterfeited.

Where do counterfeits come from?
Most counterfeit components come from regions of the worlds where anti-counterfeit laws do not exist or are not enforced by the authorities. The overwhelming majority of counterfeits come from China where counterfeiting has become a cottage industry. Small companies can make a fortune selling refurbishing parts from eScrap that masquerade as new parts. NEVER purchase parts that come from China. See Why.

Do companies really MAKE fake parts?
Offshore companies have manufactured GENERIC devices for years. Many people and businesses refuse to use these GENERIC parts because the failure and non-conformance rate is too high. They want the quality, reliability, and process control provided by major manufacturers. Counterfeiters have learned that they can make a huge profit from buying parts from these low-quality manufacturers and then re-mark them with the part numbers and logos of major manufacturers.

What about ICs that require sophisticated fabrication equipment and proprietary processes? Are they counterfeited too?
Absolutely. Many of these counterfeits are actually refurbished parts from eScrap. While there is nothing wrong with refurbishing electronic components, they must be represented as used and refurbished when sold, and can never be remarked to mislead unsuspecting customers. There are many reasons why you should not purchase and use refurbished parts, even if they do look new.

We use are extremely sophisticated parts that have a proprietary processes. Are they counterfeited too?
Absolutely, but these parts are usually salvaged from scrap boards. The components are removed, cleaned up, painted, and then remarked with date and lot codes that are consistent. These parts are also referred to Counterfeit because remarking violates the IP holder's trademark.

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STORE HOURS

• We are open normal business days and hours and are closed holidays and weekends.

• If you ask a question while we are closed, it may be necessary to wait for the business to reopen.

• If you receive a response to a question after hours and reply to the response, please do not be offended if you do not hear back until the next business day. When this happens after hours, it means someone checked his or her email from home, and may not check email again until returning to work the next business day.

IF YOU HAVE A PROBLEM

• Please contact us FIRST to resolve any problems. Your total satisfaction is our goal.

FEEDBACK

• Positive Feedback is an important part of doing business through eCommerce sites and we appreciate any positive feedback that our buyers provide.

• Please contact us first to resolve any problems you have with your purchase. We will respond during regular business hours.

INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING

• We are happy to ship internationally in compliance with US Department of Commerce regulations.

• We charge a flat rate of $15 for international shipping with a steeply discounted additional item charge.

• To qualify for the international shipping rate all items(s) must weigh 1 pound or less and fit inside a 5x10 bubble mailer.

• If you purchase an item with is too large or heavy for flat-rate shipping we will contact you with shipping options.

• Shipping rates are determined by a computer which may not know the size or weight of the item. Contact us before ordering if the charges seem escessively high.

• Our listing computers cannot tell whether the item is too big or too heavy for flat-rate shipping. You will be a better judge.

• To use our International Shipping option simply select the shipping tab of the listing and select your country.

PAYMENT POLICY

• PayPal Only

• Please pay for items purchased immediately to receive positive feedback.

SHIPPING DISCOUNTS

• Shipping discounts are automatically applied when you order multiple lots or multiple items from PremierChoiceComponents. All you need to do is add items to your shopping cart and the discounts will automatically be calculated. These discounts are offered for most items in our inventory.

• Be sure to FOLLOW US to receive special discounts, promotions, and offers.

SHIPPING TIME

• Most orders shipped are within 24 hours of receipt (closed holidays and weekends).

• Upon shipment of your order we will upload a tracking number so you may contact the shipping carrier if your order is delayed due to customs, weather, strikes, or any other reason.

• Please contact the carrier for assistance if we provide you with a tracking number and your order is delayed.

SATISFACTION GUARANTEE

• We guarantee that you will be satisfied with all parts purchased from PremierChoiceComponents. If you are not satisfied, notify us in writing within 14 days and request a Return Authorization number.

• All sales are final after 14-days, except in the case of non-conformance. Customers are responsible for the shipping cost to return items, except of course when we make a mistake.

• Customers are responsible for the shipping cost to return items, except of course when we make a mistake.

PRICING

• The listing you are viewing and the pricing has been created by a computer. While this allows us to list tens of thousands of items, computers will occassionallly make mistakes.

• If a price you see seems too high please use the MAKE OFFER option. A human will research our pricing and may accept or counter your offer.

• If our computers make an error and a price is too low please let us know. If you purchase a part listed with a pricing error we reserve the right to decline the sale and will promptly refund your money.

• Our goal is to price each product below retail prices from other reputable domestic suppliers. We are reasonable and fair.

DISCOUNT COUPONS, PROMOTIONAL DISCOUNTS, AND EMAIL NOTIFICATIONS

• Repeat customers may receive discount coupons and promotions which are not offered to new buyers.

• To receive these discount coupons and promotions use the FOLLOW US option of the Ebay listing.

• Customers who have placed orders with PremierChoiceComponents will be programatically added to our email list and may automatically receive discount coupons, sales promotions, and other information via email.

• If you do not wish to receive these offers and notifications simply click the unsubscibe link of any email you receive and you will not receive future emails regardless of new purchases.

• Domestic customers who would like to be added to our email list can send a text message to '22828'. You will immediately be sent instructions and will be added to our list.

NON-CONFORMANCE GUARANTEE

Any product that is determined to be defective, or in any other way does not conform to the manufacturer's datasheet, may be returned after notifying us in writing during the first 30-days and receiving a Return Authorization Number. Product with defects that would be reasonable to go unnoticed for a longer period of time may be returned during a reasonable period of time that is not greater than one year. In such case, we will refund the price you paid, or to replace the product, at our option.

STATIC SAFE HANDLING and ESD CONTROL

We handle your parts in using proper ESD safe techniques and materials to protect them from damage that can cause premature failure. We are certified to ANSI/ESD S20.20. This means a third party inspector visits our facility every year to audit our operation. You can buy with confidence.

CERTIFICATIONS and TRADE MEMBERSHIPS

• ISO 9000:2008

• ANSI ESD S20.20

• Inspectors Certified to IDEA-ICE-3000 Professional Inspector Certification

• Independent Distributors of Electronics Association (IDEA) Membership

• Electronic Resellers Association International (ERAI) Membership

INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE

• One BILLION parts in Stock

• 30+ Years in Business

• 3000+ AVL Qualifications

• 65+ Countries

FEEDBACK

• High feedback ratings are important to every auction seller, and we are no exception. If we have met or exceeded your expectations a great way to thank us is to give us positive feedback. If we are not satisfied with our service or any product purchased please let us know, as your satisfaction is our primary objective.

DISCLAIMER:

THE INFORMATION PROVIDED IN THIS LISTING IS PROGRAMICALLY GENERATED FROM OUR COMPONENT DATABASE. WE ALWAYS TRY TO PROVIDE AS MUCH INFORMATION AS POSSIBLE ABOUT EACH LISTING AND TO MAKE EVERY ATTEMPT TO INSURE 100% ACCURACY. DUE TO THE NATURE OF AUTOMATIC LISTING GENERATION OCCASSIONAL ERRORS MAY OCCUR. IN THE EVENT OF AN ERROR OUR SOLE REMEDY WILL BE TO REFUND THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID IF YOU ARE NOT COMPLETELY SATISFIED.

PLEASE USE THE CONTACT BUYER OPTION PRIOR TO BIDDING ANY TIME YOU WOULD LIKE US TO VERIFY A COUNT. THANK YOU.

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