From components to solutions, DigiKey delivers
Who we are
DigiKey is the leading global electronic components and automation products distributor, offering unrivaled selection, service, and delivery speed worldwide. We’re your trusted source for electronic components and automation products worldwide.
Distributing the most NPIs
In the electronics and automation industry, DigiKey distributes the most NPIs. As your one source for engineering innovation, we are committed to adding new suppliers and the latest products from around the globe. DigiKey offers the newest technologies and components for building the machines and devices that will propel industries such as healthcare, automotive, AI, energy, sustainability, 5G, and IoT into the future.
Accelerating progress
DigiKey accelerates progress for every designer, buyer, and builder. Beyond the products that drive technological innovation, DigiKey provides engineers with abundant digital solutions, tools, and technical content to enhance their work.
Our History
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1972
DigiKey begins as a small mail-order company when Dr. Ron Stordahl began selling the leftover parts to a digital electronic keyer kit (the Digi-Keyer).
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1996
First website is introduced, paving the way for DigiKey to become a successful e-commerce company with the most visited and top-rated website in the industry.
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1997
First international website launched (Canada). DigiKey now has 45 local websites, in 21 languages, with 26 currencies being accepted.
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2022
DigiKey opens its 2.2 million sq. foot Product Distribution Center expansion, one of the largest warehouses in North America.

Fast Facts
Global Reach
180+ Countries
Number of Employees
4,700 +
Facilities
Over 3 Million Square Feet
Products Available
16.5 Million +
Suppliers
3,000 +
Internet Orders / Yr.
5.7 Million +
Telephone Calls / Yr.
3.2 Million +
Orders Processed / Yr.
6.5 Million +
Customer Serviced / Yr.
Nearly 1 Million
Sites Served / Yr.
674,000 +
Websites / Content
21 Languages
Customer Service
Available 24/7