EzPCB has free chips, programmer or ICD for PIC and 8051 projects

[Demon]

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Ez-Proto is a best value PCB prototyping service which cost only $10 ea for 5pcs 100x100 2L full featured PCB.
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Using Proto link with 100x100 and default values (5 pieces, 2 layers, green, 1.6 HASL, Normal, North America, Free HK Air) calculates $65, not $50.

The Service Rules at the right state 5 pieces, 200x200, 2 layers, $50. It does not give size limits to Basic Fee.

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Best of all, EzPCB is keep on offering free components for prototyping boards
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The proto Service Rules do not identify components. What about micro-controllers, specifically PICs?


Very interesting prices for free components / shipping, Paypal makes things easier as well. It would be reassuring if there were no contradiction in prices.

[dhouston]

I have used ezPCB many times.

Basically, if you order 5 pcs that are 100x100 or less and it's not a repeat order, you automatically qualify for the $50 special prototyping price. If not, an email will straighten things out.

IIRC, the free parts are limited to passives.

The quality and service are excellent plus they offer assembly. My only disappointment is their substantial surcharge for any color that's not green.

[siliconray]

More super value from EzPCB:

EzPIC, free programmer/ICD for PIC projects: http://www.ezpcb.com/ezpcbweb3/Promotion/EzPIC.php

Ez8051, free programmer, chips, evaluation boards for 8051 projects: http://www.ezpcb.com/ezpcbweb3/Promotion/Ez8051.php