I've ordered various connectors, including some SD and Mini-SD card connectors. They didn't want to give me the SD sockets but I still got them after some whining about 'our fixed budget' and 'my stingy boss' (both fake). Some of these companies have different offices and you might have to work your way around their org chart before you reach the person who will give up the parts. Some people are easier to talk into things, and it sometimes comes down to using the true hacker's last resort - "social engineering". Knowing what these companies want to hear will usually get you what you want. Just don't get too greedy. But, if they try to charge you for shipping, play hardball and tell them your boss probably won't approve it because he doesn't believe in the project, or some other sob story. Be creative. Get the parts.
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