digikey

Search DigiKey components and download datasheets via their API.

Updated May 14, 2026

Search Tags:#api #kicad #component search #digikey #datasheet download

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/Dropio12/Cherry-Hardware-Agent --skill digikey-dropio12

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Skill: digikey
Source: https://github.com/Dropio12/Cherry-Hardware-Agent/tree/main/skills/digikey
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Dropio12/Cherry-Hardware-Agent --skill digikey-dropio12

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires requests, playwright, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies the process of searching for electronic components on DigiKey, downloading datasheets, and maintaining a local datasheet directory for KiCad projects.

Core Features & Use Cases

Component Search: Search DigiKey for electronic components by keyword or MPN.
Price & Stock Check: Check pricing, stock availability, and product status.
Batch Datasheet Download: Download datasheets for multiple components in one go.
Use Case: When designing a circuit, use this Skill to search for a specific component, check its availability and pricing, and download the datasheet directly to your local project directory.

Quick Start

Use the digikey skill to search for the component with MPN 'GRM155R71C104KA88D' and download the datasheet.

Frequently Asked Questions about digikey

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema

How do I download DigiKey component datasheets in batch for my KiCad project?▼

Batch Datasheet Download lets you download DigiKey component datasheets in batch directly to your local project directory. By querying components via MPN, it retrieves and saves documentation automatically.

What is the best way to search DigiKey for electronic components by MPN using Python?▼

Searching DigiKey for electronic components by MPN using Python is best handled via the DigiKey API. You can retrieve pricing, stock availability, and product status by sending requests with your valid API credentials.

Do I need valid DigiKey API credentials to check component pricing and stock availability?▼

Yes, you need valid DigiKey API credentials to check component pricing and stock availability. The Python scripts utilize these credentials to authenticate requests and retrieve product status from DigiKey.

Can I use this DigiKey search tool to check pricing and stock availability for circuit design?▼

Yes, you can use this DigiKey search tool to check pricing and stock availability for circuit design. It queries the DigiKey API to return current product status, streamlining component selection for your projects.

When do I need to download datasheets directly to my local project directory?▼

You need to download datasheets directly to your local project directory when maintaining local documentation for KiCad projects. This ensures component specifications are readily accessible offline during circuit design and review.