RS Components is a global distributor of industrial and electronic products. It offers over 500,000 products through its website, catalogues, and stores to engineers and procurement specialists worldwide. The company focuses on providing customers with high-quality products, innovative solutions, and exceptional customer service.
Founded in 1937 as Radiospares by J.H. Waring and P.M. Sebestyen.
In 1971, Radiospares merged with Allied Electronic Components to become RS Components.
Acquired by Electrocomponents plc in 1971.
Launched its first e-commerce platform in 1999.
Expanded its presence in Asia Pacific in 2011 with the acquisition of Allied Electronics.
In 2017, RS Components launched DesignSpark Marketplace to enable customers to share, buy, and sell designs.
Today, RS Components operates in over 30 countries and employs over 7,500 people globally.
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RS Components offers a wide range of electronic components, including semiconductors, passive components, power supplies, and connectors, to customers worldwide.
RS Components provides automation and control products such as sensors, switches, relays, and PLCs to help customers automate industrial processes and control systems.
RS Components supplies hand tools, power tools, welding and soldering equipment, and adhesives to maintenance engineers, electricians, and DIY enthusiasts.
RS Components offers a wide range of testing and measurement equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and network analyzers, to help customers analyze and optimize electrical and electronic systems.
RS Components operates in over 30 countries and has offices and warehouses in locations such as the UK, Germany, France, Italy, the US, Canada, China, and Japan.
DesignSpark Marketplace is a platform launched by RS Components where customers can share, buy, and sell designs for electronic components and equipment.
Yes, RS Components provides technical support through its website, phone, and email to help customers with product selection, application support, and technical issues.
RS Pro is the own-brand label of RS Components, offering high-quality and reliable products at a competitive price.
Delivery times vary depending on the product, destination, and delivery option selected. RS Components offers same-day, next-day, and standard delivery options in some locations.