Pinball spare parts & components in Austria
Pinball spare parts & components in Austria
Spare parts for electromechanical and electronic pinball machines
Do you need a spare part for your pinball machine?
I can assist you in sourcing suitable components for pinball machines of all brands and generations.
As an experienced automation technician, I know which parts really fit – and which problems frequently occur.
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Also, consider converting to LED lighting.
LEDs reduce the load on the power supply and connectors and protect the plastics due to lower heat generation.
Spare parts for electromechanical pinball machines
Electromechanical pinball machines operate with relays, blade contacts, stepping mechanisms and parts made of Pertinax.
The playing field structures are fastened with rubber, plastic, or tin cap nuts.
The wiring is mostly insulated with fabric sheathing and the plugs are so-called Jones plugs.
Spare parts for electronic pinball machines
Electronic pinball machines operate using integrated logic circuits soldered onto printed circuit boards (PCBs).
Leaf contacts have been increasingly replaced by microswitches and optocouplers, electric motors with gearboxes are used, dot displays are now plasma LED displays, numeric, alphanumeric, graphic dot-matrix displays, and nowadays flat screens are used.
The sound comes from loudspeakers and the lighting is increasingly being taken over by LEDs.
Frequently needed pinball machine spare parts
Typical wear and replacement parts are:
Coils
Relays and contact sheets
pinball mechanisms
Rubber sets
Lamps (including LEDs) and sockets
fuses
Power supply components
Circuit board components in electronic devices
Especially with electromechanical pinball machines, it is important to use compatible and technically suitable components.
Spare parts for electromechanical pinball machines
Electromechanical devices from the 1950s to 1970s require special care in the selection of parts.
Not every spare part is identical – even small differences can lead to malfunctions.
Thanks to many years of experience with EM pinball machines, I can assess:
which part is suitable
whether a repair is more sensible than a replacement
or whether an overhaul is more economical
The most frequently needed spare parts for pinball machines in Austria include:
Electronic components such as circuit boards, fuses and optocouplers
Flipper mechanics components such as flipper levers, coils, coil sleeves and repair kits
Rubber and plastic parts, e.g. rubber rings and elastic kits
Lamps and lighting (both conventional and LED light bulbs)
Switches and targets, such as microswitches, stand-up targets and drop targets
Mechanical parts such as springs, pistons, metal posts, gates, ramps, motors and housing parts[2][5][6]
Pinballs (steel balls) that need to be replaced regularly
Beratung statt Fehlkauf
Viele Defekte werden vorschnell einem Bauteil zugeschrieben.
Oft liegt die Ursache jedoch an:
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verschmutzten Kontakten
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Justierproblemen
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gealterten Bauteilen
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oder Verkabelungsfehlern
Eine fachliche Einschätzung verhindert unnötige Ersatzteilkäufe.
Ersatzteile & Service aus einer Hand
Neben der Lieferung von Ersatzteilen biete ich selbstverständlich auch:
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Einbau und Justierung
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technische Überprüfung
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vollständige Reparatur
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Komplettservice für elektromechanische Flipper
Oft ist es sinnvoller, das Gerät fachgerecht instandsetzen zu lassen, anstatt einzelne Teile auszutauschen.
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Schwerpunktmäßig in Niederösterreich und Wien – bei Bedarf jedoch österreichweit.
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Frequently asked questions about pinball machine spare parts
What spare parts do I need for my pinball machine?
The required replacement parts depend on the model and the specific defect. Commonly affected components include coils, relays, contact sheets, flipper mechanisms, rubber bands, lamps, and fuses. For electronic devices, power supply or circuit board components may also be needed. Accurate identification prevents incorrect purchases.
Where can I get spare parts for pinball machines in Austria?
Spare parts for pinball machines are still partially available, especially for common models. I assist pinball machine owners throughout Austria in sourcing suitable components – for both electromechanical and electronic machines.
Are spare parts still available for old electromechanical pinball machines?
Yes, spare parts or compatible components are still available for many electromechanical pinball machines from the 1960s and 1970s. Correct selection is important, as designs can vary depending on the manufacturer.
Which parts of pinball machines are most frequently defective?
Common wear parts include rubber rings, coils, contact sheets, flipper mechanisms, lamps, and fuses. In older machines, malfunctions are often caused by contact problems or mechanical wear.
How do I identify the correct replacement part?
Identification is done via manufacturer specifications, model name, or by comparison with the existing component. Especially with older devices, expert knowledge is important, as visually similar parts can differ technically.
Can I install pinball machine replacement parts myself?
Simpler wear parts like rubber seals or bulbs can usually be replaced by the user. However, for coils, relays, or electronic components, professional installation is recommended to avoid consequential damage.
Is it worth replacing individual parts, or is a repair more sensible?
Often, the cause of a problem lies not with the component itself, but with dirty contacts or adjustment issues. In many cases, a professional inspection is more sensible than immediately replacing individual components.
Do you also deliver spare parts outside of Lower Austria?
I provide support to pinball machine owners throughout Austria. My main focus is on Lower Austria and Vienna, but I also work nationwide if needed.
