Where to get a single Cree XP-G without stupid shipping..

[SmallFry]

OK, so anyone got any ideas on this...

One of the cool white Cree XP-G leds on my DIY fixture is dim, flickering and looking close to death. All the others are happy, so it looks like I need a replacement on a star to fit my existing fixture... I got the originals from rapidled a good while ago. Their price for a new one is fine, but the shipping is excessive for a single one. I mean $15 for a $4.50 led. Seriously, you could throw the thing in an envelope for a buck or two?

Anyone know of somewhere in Canada hopefully that sell them on stars with more reasonable shipping?

Thanks in advance,
Rob.

[Mike-fish]

Modular led might be able to help you out.

[Spyd]

That is the question of the day!!!!

Why can you not find single LED's anywhere?? I never can figure out why they are not stocked in LFS....

[11purewater]

DIY is bad for business me thinks

[sphelps]

If you ordered a few extra of each type you fixture uses then shipping would be more reasonable and you prevent this issue in the future. As for other sources you can get them on eBay from Hong Kong for around $5 including shipping but you're looking at 2-3 weeks delivery.

[SmallFry]

Just an update, I emailed rapid led late last night and by this afternoon they emailed back saying said they could send one in a padded envelope by first class mail, rather than the usual shipping options.

Interestingly the offending LED is looking better today, but I think I'll still be getting a replacement..

Rob.