> IDSS-07-D-08.00 is 3.538 each in 1-99. That is an 8 inch 7 
> conductor ribbon cable with a SIL IDC on either end, 
> pre-assembled. That is about twice what I can afford, so I've 
> asked for a quote on just the connector; part IDS-07-T 
> (T=tin, G would be gold). Samtec apparently isn't distributed? 
> http://www.findchips.com/avail?part=IDS-07-G
> http://www.findchips.com/avail?part=IDS-07-T
> 
> If they quote $0.50 or less per connector, I'll go with that, 
> as it gives me the ability to supply just the connectors and 
> ribbon cable. The users can cut the cable to the length they 
> need (or use their own) and then crimp on the connectors and 
> be done with it. 

The quote came back $1.35 each. Way too much. 

For now, I guess I'm going to buy surplus from All Electronics, play with
cutting up dip sockets and other strange and excellent ideas, and keep
looking for a SIL IDC connector at 50 cents or less.

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