Adafruit is an American company that has gained worldwide recognition as one of the leading manufacturers in the open source electronics industry since its founding in 2005 by Limor "Ladyada" Fried. Adafruit's mission is to provide both hobbyists and professionals with the tools and knowledge necessary to create electronic projects. The company stands out not only for its wide range of products but also for its commitment to technical education and promoting the "do-it-yourself" (DIY) ethos.
There are 653 products.
A 4-channel I2C expander module, which is based on the TCA9546A chip. It allows connecting several devices with the same address to a single I2C interface. Adafruit 5663
No product available!
No product available!
Module with acceleration and rotational speed sensor based on the MPU-6050 system. Equipped with a STEMMA QT connector, it communicates via the I2C interface. Adafruit 3886
No product available!
LED matrix display, consisting of 40 light-emitting diodes type WS2812 (5 lines, 8 kolumm), allows you to create interesting lighting effects using one control line. Adafruit 1430
No product available!
The MAX31865 amplifier module is an ideal tool for accurate temperature measurement in various applications. It is compatible with 2, 3 or 4-wire PT100 RTD temperature probes. Adafruit 3328
No product available!
No product available!
This is a very special adapter, specifically used for adapting our RTD266X driver boards that have 50-pin TFT connectors to use 40-pin TFTs. Please note the adapter cannot be used the other way around! As an addition, we add in an AR1100 resistive touch controller. Adafruit 3305
No product available!
A data logging module dedicated to the Raspberry Pi Pico. It features an RTC clock, Micro SD slot and STEMMA QT connector. Adafruit 5703
No product available!
Development board with NXP iMX RT1011 processor with ARM Cortex M7 core equipped with AirLift WiFi module. It has Arduino UNO compatible connectors and a STEMMA QT connector for I2C devices. Adafruit 4950
No product available!
Module with TLV493D 3-axis magnetic field sensor. Equipped with a STEMMA QT connector, it communicates via the I2C interface. Adafruit 4366
No product available!
The Flora budget starter kit contains everything you need to start an adventure with smart clothing. Included, among others motherboard, LED diodes, conductive cord, battery basket. Adafruit 1405
No product available!
Power management module with RTC clock designed for Raspberry Pi. Allows power to be cut off to the minicomputer and scripting of on/off sequences. Dedicated for use with a 3.7V LiPo battery pack. Adafruit 5705
No product available!
The expansion module (shield) is designed for Teensy 4.0 and Teensy 4.1 boards. It allows you to easily connect displays from the SmartMatrix series. Adafruit 4828
No product available!
Adafruit specializes in the production and distribution of electronic components available for both beginners and advanced users. The company's product offerings include microcontrollers, sensors, communication modules, displays, prototyping kits, and accessories for IoT (Internet of Things) projects.
One of Adafruit's most popular products is its family of Circuit Playground and Feather microcontrollers. Circuit Playground is a series of microcontrollers ideal for education, equipped with a variety of sensors and LEDs, allowing immediate project work without the need for additional components. The Feather series, on the other hand, features a modular design that enables easy expansion of project functionality through a wide range of "FeatherWings" — additional modules compatible with the base microcontroller.
Adafruit offers a rich selection of sensors for measuring various environmental parameters such as temperature, humidity, pressure, and light intensity. With communication modules like the ESP8266 and ESP32, users can easily integrate their projects with Wi-Fi networks, paving the way for advanced IoT applications.
Adafruit's product line also includes various types of displays, from simple OLED screens to more advanced touch panels. Combined with available libraries and documentation, users can easily create intuitive user interfaces for their projects.
Since its inception, Adafruit has placed a strong emphasis on technological education and supporting the maker community. The company runs a comprehensive YouTube channel, regularly publishing instructional videos, product reviews, and project tutorials. Adafruit also develops and maintains the Learn platform, which hosts hundreds of free tutorials and projects for individuals of varying skill levels.
One of Adafruit's core principles is supporting the open-source movement. The company releases all its hardware and software projects as open source, enabling the maker community to freely modify and develop them. This approach garners Adafruit the loyalty and appreciation of users who value the opportunity to participate in the creation and enhancement of products.
Adafruit continuously strives to introduce technological innovations. The company is known for its rapid response to market changes and the introduction of new products that meet current user needs. An example of this is the swift implementation of modules supporting modern communication standards such as LoRa and Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE).
The Internet of Things (IoT) is one of the key areas in which Adafruit sees its future. The company not only provides components for creating IoT projects but also actively engages in the development of software and platforms that facilitate the integration of IoT devices with networks and management systems. Through collaboration with other industry leaders, Adafruit contributes to shaping the future of electronics, striving for greater automation and integration of devices in our daily lives.
