Adafruit is a fast growing global leader in educational electronics platforms, prototyping and development tools, operating out of a manufacturing facility in the heart of NYC. It was founded by Limor "Ladyada" Fried in 2005 and specializes in the design and fabrication of original electronic learning platforms, which Limor personally selects, tests and approves before releasing. Adafruit is in the vanguard of Open Source Hardware, striving to educate makers of all ages in the field of electronics and programming.<br/>Founded by MIT engineer, Limor "Ladyada" Fried's goal was to create the best place online for learning electronics and making the best designed products for makers of all ages and skill levels. Adafruit has grown to over 50 employees in the heart of NYC with a 15,000+ sq ft. factory. Adafruit has expanded offerings to include tools, equipment and electronics that Limor personally selects, tests and approves before going in to the Adafruit store. Limor was the first female engineer on the cover of WIRED magazine and was recently awarded Entrepreneur magazine's Entrepreneur of the year. In 2014 Adafruit was ranked #11 in the top 20 USA manufacturing companies and #1 in New York City by Inc. 5000 "fastest growing private companies".
Prototyping, Fabrication Products
Power Supplies - External/Internal (Off-Board)
Audio Products
Battery Products
Cables, Wires - Management
Computer Equipment
Development Boards, Kits, Programmers
Motors, Actuators, Solenoids and Drivers
Optoelectronics
Potentiometers, Variable Resistors
Sensors, Transducers
Soldering, Desoldering, Rework Products
Switches
Test and Measurement
Tools
Optical Inspection Equipment
Connectors, Interconnects
Cable Assemblies
Hardware, Fasteners, Accessories
Maker/DIY, Educational
Boxes, Enclosures, Racks
Kits
Integrated Circuits (ICs)
Fans, Thermal Management
Discrete Semiconductor Products
Cables, Wires
Networking Solutions
Tapes, Adhesives, Materials
Labels, Signs, Barriers, Identification
Magnetics - Transformer, Inductor Components
Memory Cards, Modules
Industrial Supplies
Industrial Automation and Controls
RF and Wireless
Resistors
Inductors, Coils, Chokes