Resistors are a good thing, in fact, they're actually crucial in a lot of circuit designs. The only problem seems to be that …
This is the new revision of the kit. We switched to a better trimpot and green LED. This is a kit that gives you all of the b…
A solid state relay (SSR) allows you to control high-curent AC loads from lower voltage DC control circuitry. Solid state rel…
This is a thermal printer like you would find on a cash register or adding machine. It will print simple strings passed to it…
This 1024 pulse per rotation rotary encoder outputs [gray code](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gray_code) which you can interpr…
There are lots of trimpots out there. Some are very large, some so small they require a screwdriver. Here at SparkFun, we jus…
These are high quality Single Pole - Double Throw (SPDT) sealed relays. Use them to switch high voltage, and/or high current …
This is an 8GB micro SDHC card that is pre-installed with the NOOBS operating system for the Raspberry Pi. NOOBS is actually …
Surface transducers give you the awesome power to turn almost any surface into a speaker. They're essentially just a speaker …
This is an awesome little microSD USB reader. Just slide your microSD card into the inside of the USB connector, then stick t…
Want to control a standard wall outlet device with your micro controller, but don't want to mess with the high voltage wiring…
This is a small 12mm round speaker that operates around the audible 2kHz range. You can use these speakers to create simple m…
Piezo elements come in handy when you need to detect vibration or a knock. You can use these for tap or knock sensors pretty …
A very powerful 5mW green laser. Fun, but don't point in anyone's eyes. These units include a momentary power button and two …
Everyone likes a (carefully controlled) fire! We've met some very ambitious pyros on our mission of enabling makers to keep m…
Thermoelectric coolers (TEC or Peltier) create a temperature differential on each side. One side gets hot and the other side …
This is an 8 gig microSD memory card. It's perfect for massive datalogging without taking up a lot of space. These microSD ca…
Rotary encoders can be used similarly to potentiometers. The difference being that an encoder has full rotation without limit…
What is a 'laser card' you ask? It is only the coolest thing to hit Spark Fun Electronics since the Color LCD last week! Don'…
This DC Blower really moves some air! Pulling about 1Amp @ 12VDC, this blower is rated at 16CFM (although it seems like more …
Surface transducers give you the awesome power to turn almost any surface into a speaker. Much like our larger surface transd…
This MOSFET power control kit is basically a breakout for a [RFP30N06LE](http://www.sparkfun.com/products/10213) MOSFET. We g…
An adjustable potentiometer can open up many interesting user interfaces. Turn the pot and the resistance changes. Connect VC…
Are you trying to make a quick dime from electronics? Why limit yourself to dimes? This coin acceptor will take up to 6 diffe…
A solid state relay (SSR) is just what it sounds like; an IC that acts like a mechanical relay. They allow you to control hig…
This 200 pulse per rotation rotary encoder outputs [gray code](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gray_code) which you can interpre…
This through-hole speaker is great for projects where you need something that sounds better than a piezo buzzer but don't hav…
This 200 pulse per rotation single-output encoder outputs electrical pulses which you can interpret using a microcontroller t…
These motorized sliders are very cool. Each is essentially a standard slide pot which is belt-driven by a small motor. The sl…
This is a 12-step rotary encoder with a nice 'clicking' feel. It's breadboard friendly, and has a pretty handy select switch …
A small audio speaker that is ideal for radio and amplifier projects and is small enough to fit in robot projects. **Featu…
Are you trying to make a quick dime from electronics? Why limit yourself to dimes? This coin acceptor will take three differe…
This piezo igniter can be used for all sorts of applications where you need a spark to make fun things happen. With a large r…
If you want to get some sound out of your project but have a tight space budget, this is a good way to do it. This 0.25W, 8Oh…
Have you ever needed a cheap way to activate something from across the room? Infrared remotes are still the cheapest way to w…
Yes you read that correctly - 10Farad capacitor. This small cap can be charged up and then slowly dissipated running an entir…
An adjustable potentiometer can open up many interesting user interfaces. Turn the pot and the resistance changes. Connect VC…
Low-profile electrolytic decoupling capacitors 10uF/25V. These capacitors are great transient/surge suppressors and work well…
These DC powered heating pads are perfect for near-body heating applications. They get warm to the touch but not too hot. Sim…
Holy Wattage, Batman! This Power Resistor Kit comes with 5 each of 5 different 10 Watt resistor values including 1, 2, 4, 8, …
These plastic LED holders have a black finish and only need the LED and the holder to be snapped into place easily and effect…
This analog panel meter measures DC voltage from 0-5 volts with 2.5% accuracy. It has a clear and easy to read scale and an a…
This 0.012" Muscle Wire® (aka shape memory [Nitinol](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nickel_titanium)) is a one foot long piece…
This is a very common 0.1uF capacitor. Used on all sorts of applications to decouple ICs from power supplies. 0.1" spaced lea…
Want to control a standard wall outlet device with your micro controller, but don't want to mess with the high voltage wiring…
Potentiometers are incredibly useful, whether you're controlling the volume on your stereo or the 'mood lighting' in your roo…
This 0.005" Muscle Wire® (aka shape memory [Nitinol](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nickel_titanium)) is a one foot long piece…
These DC powered heating pads are perfect for near-body heating applications. They get warm to the touch but not too hot. Sim…