We're all about maker spaces, libraries, and anywhere else that people can come together and create things. So we've curated a collection of tools and gear that we use, and believe would fit perfectly in an environment for creative people.

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Equipment

A good lab is the start of many good things to come, and we've put together a collection of tools that we use ourselves, and are perfect for maker spaces everywhere.

  1. Rigol DP-932E Triple Output DC Power Supply
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    SKU: DP932E Brand: Rigol
    Three isolated channels with controllable internal series and parallel connections with USB host and device ports!
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    1 from local stock, 1 supplier stock; your order will dispatch between Dec 1 to Dec 10. And yes, stock levels and lead times are accurate!

    Delivered by Mar 21st
  2. Saleae Logic 8
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    SKU: LOGIC8 Brand: Saleae Guides (3)
    Get precise and versatile signal analysis with Saleae Logic8 - a compact, high-performance logic analyzer with 8 simultaneous channels for digital and analog signals. With search, annotation, and sharing features, it's a must-have tool for makers and DIY enthusiasts. Works seamlessly with Mac, Windows, and Linux. Buy now and take your DIY projects to the next level!
    $869.00 AUD, inc GST
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    0 from local stock, 1 supplier stock; your order will dispatch between Dec 1 to Dec 10. And yes, stock levels and lead times are accurate!

    Available with 4 to 11 day lead time
  3. Digital Multimeter - Basic
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    96% of 100
    SKU: TOL-12966 Brand: Sparkfun
    The digital multimeter (DMM) is an essential tool in every electronic enthusiasts arsenal. The SparkFun Digital Multimeter, however, is not your average multimeter, it features a loud continuity sound, current/voltage sense, and quality probes. You can use the multimeter to measure DC and AC voltage, DC current, resistance, continuity, and test diodes. With this version we’ve done away with the bright flashy colors that can get us into trouble and gone with a nice, neutral gray. This multimeter should provoke no strong feelings one way or the other, we know this because our guts say “maybe.”
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    7 from local stock, 1 supplier stock; your order will dispatch between Dec 1 to Dec 10. And yes, stock levels and lead times are accurate!

    Delivered by Mar 21st
  4. Hakko RED Soldering Iron 20W
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    80% of 100
    SKU: CE05648 Brand: Hakko
    Ideal for use in a variety of soldering works like hobbies, repairing electric household appliances.20W: Circuit boards, small electrical parts, etc
    60W: Connectors, heavier wiring connections, etc
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    4 from local stock, 1 supplier stock; your order will dispatch between Dec 1 to Dec 10. And yes, stock levels and lead times are accurate!

    Delivered by Mar 21st
  5. Hakko RED Soldering Iron 60W
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    97% of 100
    SKU: CE04585 Brand: Hakko Guides (2)
    If you're after a high-quality, no frills iron, then the Hakko RED is for you. 60W ensures plenty of heat for the most demanding project, and a high-quality iron will maintain it's heat and last forever.
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    14 from local stock, 1 supplier stock; your order will dispatch between Dec 1 to Dec 10. And yes, stock levels and lead times are accurate!

    Delivered by Mar 21st
  6. Hakko FX-888D Digital Soldering Station
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    SKU: CE04584 Brand: Hakko Guides (3)
    The Hakko FX-888D is our go to recommendation for a high-quality soldering iron that has all the features and specs you'd normally find in a much more expensive iron.
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    16 from local stock, 1 supplier stock; your order will dispatch between Dec 1 to Dec 10. And yes, stock levels and lead times are accurate!

    Delivered by Mar 21st
  7. Hobby Creek Pana Hand V2
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    SKU: CE04457 Brand: Hobby Creek
    Add 4 helping hands to your PanaVise Work Center and level-up your work space! This tool is designed specifically to sandwich between the base plate and split ball mechanism of a PanaVise 350 Work Center.

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  8. PanaVise Electronics Work Centre - 324
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    SKU: CE04580 Brand: PanaVise Guides (1)
    This complete package creates an economical work station with everything right at your fingertips!
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    1 from local stock, 1 supplier stock; your order will dispatch between Dec 1 to Dec 10. And yes, stock levels and lead times are accurate!

    Delivered by Mar 21st
  9. Mayku FormBox
    SKU: CE07337 Brand: Mayku
    Make Molds, Fast with Mayku's Thermoforming FormBox which will help you speed up your product development. Bringing mold production in-house can save you time and money. Getting your next idea off the ground has never been easier!
    $1,257.20 AUD, inc GST
    As low as $1,238.34 AUD, inc GST
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    1 from local stock, 1 supplier stock; your order will dispatch between Dec 1 to Dec 10. And yes, stock levels and lead times are accurate!

    Delivered by Mar 21st

Educational

If you're a community or educational space, then we've got some kits that are perfect for introducing electronics to people in fun and engaging ways.

  1. PiicoDev Starter Kit for Micro:bit
    SKU: CE08260 Brand: PiicoDev
    Get started coding high-tech sensors and modules with the PiicoDev® Starter Kit - BYO Micro:bit v2
    $90.65 AUD, inc GST
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    15 from local stock, 1 supplier stock; your order will dispatch between Dec 1 to Dec 10. And yes, stock levels and lead times are accurate!

    Delivered by Mar 21st
  2. PiicoDev Starter Kit for Raspberry Pi Pico
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    SKU: CE08256 Brand: PiicoDev
    Get started coding high-tech sensors and modules with the PiicoDev® Starter Kit - BYO Pico
    $89.00 AUD, inc GST
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    50 from local stock, 1 supplier stock; your order will dispatch between Dec 1 to Dec 10. And yes, stock levels and lead times are accurate!

    Delivered by Mar 21st
  3. Solderless Breadboard - 830 Tie Point (ZY-102)
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    94% of 100
    SKU: CE00304 Brand: Core Electronics Guides (2)
    If you're prototyping a circuit big or small, then you'll want a quality breadboard, and this one is awesome! It's got dual isolated power rails perfect for complex projects, 830 tie points, and sturdy spring connectors.
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    82 from local stock, 1 supplier stock; your order will dispatch between Dec 1 to Dec 10. And yes, stock levels and lead times are accurate!

    Delivered by Mar 21st
  4. Solderless Breadboard Jumper Cable Wires (75 Pieces)
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    93% of 100
    SKU: CE00301 Brand: Core Electronics Guides (3)
    These jumper wires feature a male pin at each end which is perfect for connecting different points of the breadboard together.
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    71 from local stock, 1 supplier stock; your order will dispatch between Dec 1 to Dec 10. And yes, stock levels and lead times are accurate!

    Delivered by Mar 21st
  5. Professional Solderless Breadboard - 400 tie points (Metal Backing Plate)
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    SKU: CE07064 Guides (1)
    BreadBoard-400 is a solderless (plug-in) breadboard with 400 connection tie-points (i.e. 400 wire insertion holes). It has 4 power rails.
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    572 from local stock, 1 supplier stock; your order will dispatch between Dec 1 to Dec 10. And yes, stock levels and lead times are accurate!

    Delivered by Mar 21st
  6. Professional Solderless Breadboard - 830 tie points (Metal Backing Plate)
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    SKU: CE07065
    BreadBoard-830 is a solderless (plug-in) breadboard with 830 connection tie-points (i.e. 830 wire insertion holes). It has 4 power rails.
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    185 from local stock, 1 supplier stock; your order will dispatch between Dec 1 to Dec 10. And yes, stock levels and lead times are accurate!

    Delivered by Mar 21st
  7. Raspberry Pi Zero 2 W Essentials Kit
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    SKU: CE08243 Brand: Raspberry Pi
    Get your brand new Raspberry Pi Zero 2 W with most of the essentials in this kit.
    $83.43 AUD, inc GST
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    152 from local stock, 1 supplier stock; your order will dispatch between Dec 1 to Dec 10. And yes, stock levels and lead times are accurate!

    Delivered by Mar 21st
  8. Raspberry Pi Zero W Starter Kit
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    99% of 100
    SKU: CE04765 Brand: Raspberry Pi Guides (2)
    If you've been itching to get started with the Pi Zero W and want to get up and running straight away.
    $87.23 AUD, inc GST
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    269 from local stock, 1 supplier stock; your order will dispatch between Dec 1 to Dec 10. And yes, stock levels and lead times are accurate!

    Delivered by Mar 21st
  9. Raspberry Pi Zero 2 W Starter Kit
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    SKU: CE08242 Brand: Raspberry Pi
    Get your brand new Raspberry Pi Zero 2 W with everything you need to get started in one kit.
    $102.53 AUD, inc GST
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    135 from local stock, 1 supplier stock; your order will dispatch between Dec 1 to Dec 10. And yes, stock levels and lead times are accurate!

    Delivered by Mar 21st
  10. Makerverse Audio Kit
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    SKU: CE08484 Brand: Makerverse Guides (1)

    Build + Code an electronic keyboard and WAV-file player

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    267 from local stock, 1 supplier stock; your order will dispatch between Dec 1 to Dec 10. And yes, stock levels and lead times are accurate!

    Delivered by Mar 21st
  11. Makerverse Essentials Kit
    SKU: CE08383 Brand: Makerverse Guides (1)

    Essential components and hardware to begin working with Makerverse Kits

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    250 from local stock, 1 supplier stock; your order will dispatch between Dec 1 to Dec 10. And yes, stock levels and lead times are accurate!

    Delivered by Mar 21st
  12. Makerverse Load Cell Kit
    SKU: CE08356 Brand: Makerverse Guides (1)

    The easiest way to begin measuring force and weight - Assemble and program your own scales with this practical kit.

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    242 from local stock, 1 supplier stock; your order will dispatch between Dec 1 to Dec 10. And yes, stock levels and lead times are accurate!

    Delivered by Mar 21st
  13. micro:bit v2.2 Club Pack
    SKU: CE07355 Brand: micro:bit Guides (7)
    The Micro:bit Club Pack is tailored for schools, makerspaces and coding clubs. Inside is ten sets of the GO Bundle, the only key difference is the packaging is in bulk format instead of individual boxes.
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    43 from local stock, 1 supplier stock; your order will dispatch between Dec 1 to Dec 10. And yes, stock levels and lead times are accurate!

    Delivered by Mar 21st

Component Packs

Fill your tool boxes with a good range of quality components, ready for any project. We've got variety packs with all the common values in them to get makers building.

  1. 120 Pack of Electrolytic Capacitors (12 types, 10 of each)
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    97% of 100
    SKU: CE05130 Brand: Core Electronics
    This pack of Electrolytic Capacitors includes 12 types, 10 of each.
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    51 from local stock, 1 supplier stock; your order will dispatch between Dec 1 to Dec 10. And yes, stock levels and lead times are accurate!

    Delivered by Mar 21st
  2. 600 Pack of 1/4 Watt 1% Resistors (30 values, 20 of each)
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    97% of 100
    SKU: CE05092 Brand: Core Electronics
    This is a pack of 600 resistors, all 1%, 1/4 Watt with markings on the paper strips for easy identification.
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    54 from local stock, 1 supplier stock; your order will dispatch between Dec 1 to Dec 10. And yes, stock levels and lead times are accurate!

    Delivered by Mar 21st
  3. Resistor Kit - 1/4W (500 total)
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    96% of 100
    SKU: COM-10969 Brand: Sparkfun Guides (2)
    This assortment of through-hole Resistors comes jam-packed with 500 separate resistors, broken down into 20 of the most common resistance values you'll ever need. The folded sleeve packaging offers a awesome way to keep your collection organised over the course of many projects.
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    9 from local stock, 1 supplier stock; your order will dispatch between Dec 1 to Dec 10. And yes, stock levels and lead times are accurate!

    Delivered by Mar 21st
  4. Passives Pack (Resistors and Schottky Diodes)
    SKU: CE09442 Brand: Core Electronics

    A well-rounded pack including all of the passives you need to get started!

    $10.65 AUD, inc GST
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    67 from local stock, 1 supplier stock; your order will dispatch between Dec 1 to Dec 10. And yes, stock levels and lead times are accurate!

    Delivered by Mar 21st
  5. 5mm LED Kit 500pcs (100x Red Green Blue Yellow White)
    SKU: CE08575 Brand: Makerverse
    This kit will ensure your equip your Makerspace, classroom or workshop never runs out of LEDs!
    $21.90 AUD, inc GST
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    19 from local stock, 1 supplier stock; your order will dispatch between Dec 1 to Dec 10. And yes, stock levels and lead times are accurate!

    Delivered by Mar 21st

Consumables

Many tools require consumables to run; 3D printing needs filament, soldering needs solder. We've paired our gear selection with everything you need to keep making.

  1. Polymaker PolyLite Black PLA Filament 1KG 2.85mm
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    SKU: CE04656 Brand: Polymaker
    PolyLite™ is a family of 3D printing filaments made with the best raw materials to deliver exceptional quality and reliability. PolyLite™ covers the most popular 3D printing materials to meet your everyday needs in design and prototyping. PolyLite™ PLA is a high-quality PLA designed for reliability and ease of printing.

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  2. IPA Technical Grade, 99.997%, Isopropyl/Rubbing Alcohol 1 Litre
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    SKU: CE04601 Brand: Core Electronics Guides (1)
    This Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA) contains 99.997% Isopropyl alcohol and is perfect for cleaning all electronics and PCB materials.
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    6 from local stock, 1 supplier stock; your order will dispatch between Dec 1 to Dec 10. And yes, stock levels and lead times are accurate!

    Delivered by Mar 21st
  3. 0.8mm Lead Free 250g Roll Solder
    SKU: AT1078 Brand: Core Electronics
    Lead free. Complies with European RoHS. Tin 99.3%, copper 0.7%. 0.8mm 250g Roll
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    4 from local stock, 1 supplier stock; your order will dispatch between Dec 1 to Dec 10. And yes, stock levels and lead times are accurate!

    Delivered by Mar 21st
  4. IPA Technical Grade, 99.997%, Isopropyl Alcohol 5 litre
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    SKU: CE06264 Brand: Core Electronics
    This Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA) contains 99.997% Isopropyl alcohol and is perfect for cleaning all electronics and PCB materials.
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    0 from local stock, 1 supplier stock; your order will dispatch between Dec 1 to Dec 10. And yes, stock levels and lead times are accurate!

    Available with 4 to 8 day lead time

Tools

Here are some essential tools we recommend for Makerspaces that have an interest with electronics
  1. 65 Piece Ratchet Screwdriver and Tool Bit Set
    SKU: ADA829 Brand: Adafruit
    Look, over there at that thing! Take it apart! You can now attack just about every kind of box or enclosure that needs undoing with this ratchet screwdriver set...
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    0 from local stock, 1 supplier stock; your order will dispatch between Dec 1 to Dec 10. And yes, stock levels and lead times are accurate!

    Available with 8 to 10 day lead time
  2. Solder Pump
    SKU: CE09863 Brand: Core Electronics

    Mistakes happen, or sometimes you need to desolder a component off a board. Like you have an eraser for your pencil, you should probably have a solder pump for your iron. Combined with some wick there's not much that can't be removed using a tool like this when soldering with the right technique.

    $4.30 AUD, inc GST
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    51 from local stock, 1 supplier stock; your order will dispatch between Dec 1 to Dec 10. And yes, stock levels and lead times are accurate!

    Delivered by Mar 21st
  3. Multi-Size Wire Stripper (22-10 AWG)
    SKU: CE09625 Brand: Core Electronics
    Introducing our Multi-Size Wire Stripper (22-10 AWG) - the perfect tool for Makers! Easily cut and strip a wide range of wire gauges with precise circular cutting edges. Features gripping and cutting blades, a locking mechanism for safety, and bending holes for solid core wire.
    $8.65 AUD, inc GST
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    18 from local stock, 1 supplier stock; your order will dispatch between Dec 1 to Dec 10. And yes, stock levels and lead times are accurate!

    Delivered by Mar 21st
  4. 24-in-1 Precision Screwdriver Kit
    SKU: CE09171 Brand: Core Electronics

    Make sure every screw is tight with this great value screwdriver kit!

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    436 from local stock, 1 supplier stock; your order will dispatch between Dec 1 to Dec 10. And yes, stock levels and lead times are accurate!

    Delivered by Mar 21st
  5. Flush Cutters - Xcelite
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    94% of 100
    SKU: TOL-14782 Brand: Sparkfun
    These are simple flush cutters from Excelite that give you a way to cut leads very cleanly and close to the solder joint. Diagonal cutters are good, but if you really...
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    7 from local stock, 1 supplier stock; your order will dispatch between Dec 1 to Dec 10. And yes, stock levels and lead times are accurate!

    Delivered by Mar 21st

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