Convenient, concise, well-organized, and precise

Perfect for teachers, hobbyists, engineers, and students of all ages, this reference puts reliable, fact-checked information right at your fingertips—whether you’re refreshing your memory or exploring a component for the first time. Beginners will quickly grasp important concepts, and more experienced users will find the specific details their projects require.

    Unique: the first and only encyclopedia set on electronic components, distilled into three separate volumes
    Incredibly detailed: includes information distilled from hundreds of sources
    Easy to browse: parts are clearly organized by component type
    Authoritative: fact-checked by expert advisors to ensure that the information is both current and accurate
    Reliable: a more consistent source of information than online sources, product datasheets, and manufacturer’s tutorials
    Instructive: each component description provides details about substitutions, common problems, and workarounds
    Comprehensive: Volume 1 covers power, electromagnetism, and discrete semi-conductors; Volume 2 includes integrated circuits, and light and sound sources; Volume 3 covers a range of sensing devices.

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