Make: Electronics Kit 1 Economy 3rd Ed Component Pack for Sections 1-3 in Book For Sale

Master electronics from the ground up with the official ProTechTrader Make: Electronics 3rd Edition Component Kits, designed specifically to complement Charles Platt\'s renowned bestselling book. We worked directly with Charles Platt to ensure our kits match his experiments exactly the way he intended — and as a result, these kits are highly recommended by the author himself. Whether you\'re an absolute beginner, a STEM student, or an aspiring maker, our component packs take the frustration out of sourcing parts so you can focus on what matters: learning, building, and discovering.

Rounding up every necessary component on your own can be time-consuming and overwhelming. We\'ve done all the component shopping for you so you can hit the ground running. Each component is clearly labeled for easy identification and access. These kits are a popular choice for students and teachers in STEM programs, homeschool curricula, maker spaces, and electronics clubs of all kinds.

Not sure which kit is right for you? Please don\'t hesitate to contact us — we\'re happy to help clarify the differences between our options.

• 3rd Edition Mini Kits – A lower-cost alternative for those who already own some of the main components or tools and wish to purchase only what they\'re missing.
• Make: Electronics Tool Kit – Includes all tools recommended by the author to enhance your electronics journey. Click the link to check it out!
• Component Kit for Experiment 5 – A few components are not supplied in our standard kits because they are everyday household items: Galvanized Brackets, Lemons (or lemon juice), and Copper objects. These are used to complete Experiment 5: Let\'s Make a Battery. A dedicated Component Kit for Experiment 5 is now available for purchase separately.
• Jumper Wires Set -- Upgrade your electronics journey and save yourself the time and hassel of cutting and stripping your own jumpers!

Book sold separately.

With nearly 200 components, the Kit 1 Economy gives you all the essentials needed to complete every experiment in Sections 1–3 of Make: Electronics Third Edition. Compared to the Kit 1 Deluxe, the Economy version excludes certain tools and power supply items for those who already own them or prefer to purchase them separately — making it an excellent value for learners who just need the core components.

The ProTechTrader Make: Electronics Kits component packs include:

• All required resistors, ceramic capacitors, and electrolytic capacitors, and ceramic capacitors, and electrolytic capacitors
• Solderless breadboards
• Perforated boards
• 1-inch 8-ohm loudspeaker
• Trimmer potentiometers
• 3mm and 5mm LEDs
• Glass fuses
• Transistors
• Test leads with alligator clips
• Tactile and slide switches
• DPDT PCB non-latching 9V relay
• Hookup wire in four colors
• And more!

• Author-Endorsed: Developed in direct collaboration with Charles Platt and highly recommended by the author himself.
• Complete & Ready to Use: Every component is pre-selected and clearly labeled — no hunting, no guesswork, no missing parts.
• Quality You Can Trust: Components are carefully chosen for reliability so your learning experience is never interrupted by defective or incompatible parts.
• Scalable Options: From the budget-friendly Economy packs to the all-inclusive electronics kit bundle, there\'s an option perfectly suited to every learner and budget.
• Future-Ready Skills: The knowledge and components you gain integrate seamlessly with Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and other modern microcontroller — making this an investment in your entire maker journey.
• Trusted by the Community: A popular choice for STEM educators, homeschool families, maker spaces, and electronics hobbyists worldwide.