Prototyping is at the heart of every project, big or small, so we've curated the very best tools and materials which we ourselves use for prototyping our own projects.
Essentials
Get all the essential tools and components for your prototyping needs, from Raspberry Pi Compute Modules to Makedo tools and various sensor breakouts.
Breadboards
Solderless breadboards are used by hobbyists and educators alike - they are the backbone of electrical prototyping, easy-to-use, and maker-friendly.
Solderless Breadboard - 830 Tie Point (ZY-102)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.- Professional Solderless Breadboard BB400 - 400 tie points (Metal Backing Plate)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.
- Professional Solderless Breadboard BB830 - 830 tie points (Metal Backing Plate)SKU: CE07065BreadBoard-830 is a solderless (plug-in) breadboard with 830 connection tie-points (i.e. 830 wire insertion holes). It has 4 power rails.
Breadboard Power
The easiest way to power your breadboard projects is with a breadboard power supply. It has an onboard regulator and connects directly to the power rails.
- 3.3V + 5V Solderless Breadboard Power Supply Module AdaptorGet your prototype online faster with a premade power supply module that can be powered by a DC Adaptor. Switchable 3.3V/5V rails and 5V USB output to cater for almost all common digital designs
- Breadboard Power Supply 5V/3.3VThis is a very simple board that takes a 6-12V input voltage and outputs a selectable 5V or 3.3V regulated voltage. All headers are 0.1" pitch for simple insertion into a breadboard.
Data Converters
Gone are the days of computers featuring parallel and serial ports, now it's rare to find anything more than a USB connection. So you'll need an adapter to work with those older interfaces.
- USB to TTL Serial UART RS232 Adaptor (PL2303TA)USB to TTL converters are essential for prototyping - they provide a direct interface with the target device. This module connects to your computer USB port and there are 4 wires which connect with your target device.
- MAX485 - TTL UART to RS485 Converter ModuleSKU: CE05154 Brand: Core ElectronicsGoing from TTL to RS485 is made simple by this prototyping friendly module. On one side of the board are the TTL IOs, and on the other are the RS485. At the core is a MAX485 which is powered by 5V.
- RS232 to Serial ConverterSKU: CE04442 Brand: Core ElectronicsA nifty RS232 (DB9) to Serial converter. Comes with pre-soldered 0.1" male header pins for easy connectivity to breadboards and projects.
- USB to TTL Serial Cable - Debug / Console Cable for Raspberry PiSKU: ADA954 Brand: AdafruitThe cable is easiest way ever to connect to your microcontroller/Raspberry Pi/WiFi router serial console port. Inside the big USB plug is a USB<->Serial conversion...$21.25 AUD, inc GSTAs low as $19.76 AUD, inc GST
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- RS-232 to RS-485 ConverterSKU: TEL0038 Brand: DFRobotThis is a simple RS232 to RS485 converter that is self powered using the TX, RX or RTS, CTS signals for power. The RS232 is DB9 female connector, and the RS485 side is a DB9 male or 4 position terminal block.
Enclosures
Every project deserves a place to feel safe, and we've got enclosures to house all kinds of projects with weather resistant and heavy duty options available.
- Room Sensor Enclosure -Medium Vented with Pi HAT/3A+ Mounts (Size 2)SKU: CE08505 Brand: The Pi HutThe Room Sensor Enclosure (Size 2) is designed and manufactured for wall mounting applications such as air detectors, social distance monitoring, smart...$6.45 AUD, inc GSTAs low as $6.00 AUD, inc GST
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- Altoids mints sized tinSKU: ADA97 Brand: AdafruitUseful for larger electronic projects, including the YBox2 kit
- Plastic Project Box Enclosure for FireBeetle - 3.15 x 1.61 x 0.79 inchSKU: FIT0725 Brand: DFRobotPut on a sturdy and beautiful enclosure for your electronic project! This project box is made from high-quality ABS material, and the surface of the enclosure is...
- Storage Box - LargeSKU: CE08267 Brand: Core Electronics
Keep all of your components organised in this clear, stackable project box!
- Storage Box - SmallSKU: CE08380 Brand: Core Electronics
Keep all of your components organised in this clear, stackable project box!
- Plastic Project Box Enclosure Waterproof Clear Cover - 168 x 120 x 55 mmSKU: FIT0723 Brand: DFRobotProtect your electronic projects from rain and water splash using this waterproof IP68 enclosure. Made from high-quality ABS material, these boxes are sturdy and...
- UB5 (82Lx54Wx30Hmm) Grey ABS Jiffy BoxSKU: AH0155 Brand: Core ElectronicsManufactured from sturdy ABS plastic these boxes have a moulded PCB mounting design. Allows PCB's to be installed vertically, or snapped in horizontally without the use of PCB stand-offs. Dimensions 83 x 54 x 30
Heat Shrink
Heatshrink is the duct tape of electronics. It's used for insulating connections, providing strain relief, colour coding connectors and cables, and heaps more.
- Heat Shrink KitSKU: PRT-09353 Brand: SparkfunWe love heat shrink! We use it for all sorts of handy projects. Use it to reinforce connections, protect devices, and electrically isolate exposed solder joints. We worked with a manufacturer to create a kit that we would use: lots of colors, lots of sizes, nothing too long. We specially requested some of the sizes with heat sensitive glue which significantly increases stress relief and water proofing. This kit includes 95 pieces of heat shrink, all of varying colors and sizes, and comes in a clear bag. All pieces are 10cm in length.
- Heat Shrink PackSKU: ADA344 Brand: AdafruitHeat shrink is the duct tape of electronics, it keeps your stuff all safe and kept together. Especially when wiring and soldering, use heat shrink to add mechanical...
- Heatshrink Pack - Solder SleevesSKU: CE09423 Brand: Core Electronics
Don't worry about busting out the soldering iron to connect wires anymore. Use a solder-sleeve instead!
$23.85 AUD, inc GSTDelivered by Dec 26th - Heatshrink Pack - StandardSKU: CE09414 Brand: Core Electronics
Discover the versatility and convenience of our value heat shrink pack!
Proto Boards
Moving from a solderless breadboard to soldered prototype can be a tricky jump, so it's vital to have quality prototyping board available.
- Makerverse Protoboard 30 RowSKU: CE07924 Brand: MakerverseA high-quality solderable breadboard with an extra pad per row for wide modules
- Makerverse Perfboard 1160 Tie PointsSKU: CE07928 Brand: MakerverseA high-quality grid style perfboard for rapid prototyping
- Makerverse SMT ProtoboardSKU: CE08044 Brand: MakerverseThe gold standard prototyping platform for analogue electronics or high-frequency digital designs.
- Makerverse Protoboard 63 RowSKU: CE07929 Brand: MakerverseA high-quality solderable breadboard with an extra pad per row for wide modules
- Makerverse Project Proto - Protoboard with Power BreakoutsSKU: CE07920 Brand: Makerverse
The most fully-featured protoboard you've ever used - deliver power with options for a DC socket, screw terminals or a USB Connector.
- Bakelite Universal Perfboard Plates - Pack of 10SKU: ADA2670 Brand: AdafruitMake your next project as you imagine it with prototyping perfboards that can easily be cut with scissors like these Bakelite Universal Perfboard Plates! Adafruit wanted...
- ProtoBoard - Rectangle 2" Single SidedSKU: FIT0099 Brand: DFRobotThis is a very basic single sided prototyping board with standard 0.1" spacing through holes and four 3mm mounting holes.There are 22x26 holes in total. Great for quickly prototyping stackable circuits.
- Adafruit Perma-Proto Half-sized Breadboard PCB - SingleSKU: ADA1609 Brand: AdafruitCustomers have asked Adafruit to carry basic perf-board, but Adafruit never liked the look of most basic perf: its always crummy quality, with pads that flake off and no labeling...
- 60x80mm ProtoboardSKU: CE09582 Brand: Core Electronics
Once you are happy with your breadboard project, lock it down on this smaller protoboard and make it a bit more permanent.
- Adafruit Perma-Proto HAT for Pi Mini Kit - No EEPROMSKU: ADA2310 Brand: AdafruitDesign your own Pi HAT, attach custom circuitry and otherwise dress your Pi A+, B+, or Pi 2 with this jaunty prototyping HAT kit. To kick off the Adafruit HAT party...
Pogo Pins
Pogo pins are great for creating reliable, temporary connections on PCBs for testing and/or analysis. They're incredibly handy for prototyping and making jigs.
- Pogo Pins Needle Head (10 pack) - P75-B1SKU: ADA2430 Brand: AdafruitPogo pins are little spring-loaded contacts, very handy for making jigs, or making momentary (but electrically solid) contacts. Adafruit use them by the dozen for making...
Prototyping Wire
- Silicone Hookup Wire Kit (6 Colours, Stranded)SKU: CE09603 Brand: Core Electronics
Grab this box of silicone coated wire and never worry if you have some on hand!
- Jumper Wire 20cm Ribbon (M/F, 40pcs)Jump between male pins and breadboards easily with our 20cm ribbon jumper wires! Available in multiple colors, pre-terminated male to female, and can be unzipped to organize signals. Perfect for prototyping. Get 40 pcs in each pack.
- Jumper Wire 20cm Ribbon (M/M, 40pcs)SKU: CE08574 Brand: Core Electronics
Jumpstart your electronics project with a pack of 40, 20cm male-to-male jumper wires. Pre-terminated with an assortment of colors, these 30 AWG wires are perfect for prototyping and connecting between breadboards and female headers.
- Jumper Wire 20cm Ribbon (F/F, 40pcs)Jumpstart your electronics project with a pack of 40, 20cm female-to-female jumper wires. Pre-terminated with an assortment of colors, these 30 AWG wires are perfect for prototyping and connecting between male pins.
Advanced Prototyping
Push your making skills with these more advanced parts: develop your own test jigs, prototype with different modules and experiment with fresh techniques.
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- Female DC Barrel Jack Adapter (2.1mm)SKU: CE08698 Brand: Core ElectronicsLevel up your prototyping with an easy to use DC Barrel Jack Adapter!
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