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element14

Searches electronic component distributors and downloads Farnell CDN datasheets for KiCad projects.

Updated Mar 13, 2026
Search Tags:#KiCad#api-key#pcb-design#datasheets#component-search#datasheet-sync
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/mattpainter701/my-claude-setup --skill element14
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agentโ–ผ
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: element14
Source: https://github.com/mattpainter701/my-claude-setup/tree/main/claude-config/global-skills/element14
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mattpainter701/my-claude-setup --skill element14

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

๐Ÿ’ก This Skill requires requests, playwright, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps hardware engineers locate reliable component datasheets and cross-distributor part numbers across Newark, Farnell, and element14, then sync them for KiCad projects.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Search across Newark, Farnell, and element14 by MPN or distributor PN and retrieve datasheet URLs, prices, and stock where available.
  • Sync datasheets locally for KiCad projects using a unified index.json and a datasheets/ directory.
  • Use Case: Youโ€™re assembling a KiCad BOM with parts from multiple distributors; this skill provides one API to find parts and fetch PDFs for your schematic.

Quick Start

Search for a part by MPN or distributor PN and download its datasheet to your KiCad project datasheets directory.

Frequently Asked Questions about element14

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I download component datasheets for a KiCad BOM?โ–ผ

To download component datasheets for a KiCad BOM, search electronic components by MPN or distributor PN across Newark, Farnell, and element14, then sync the retrieved PDFs locally into your project's datasheets directory using a unified index.

Can I search Newark and Farnell parts by distributor part number?โ–ผ

Yes, you can search Newark and Farnell parts by distributor part number or manufacturer part number to retrieve real-time pricing, stock availability, and datasheet URLs from the Farnell CDN.

What is the best way to sync datasheets locally for KiCad projects?โ–ผ

The best way to sync datasheets locally for KiCad projects is by using a unified index.json file alongside a dedicated datasheets directory, ensuring all component PDFs are validated and accessible for your schematic.

Do I need an API key to search element14 for electronic components?โ–ผ

Yes, you need an API key to search element14 for electronic components, satisfying the requirement for simple API authentication during part lookups and datasheet downloads.

Does this component search tool handle cross-distributor BOM workflows?โ–ผ

Yes, this component search tool handles cross-distributor BOM workflows by querying Newark, Farnell, and element14 simultaneously, aggregating part data, and syncing datasheets for multi-source hardware projects.

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