Prototyping
Everything you need to wire up your next build — headers, sockets, breakaway pins, and more. Our prototyping supplies cover standard 2.54 mm pitch and finer-pitch connectors suited to breadboards, PCBs, and custom builds alike.
Whether you're a hobbyist, STEM student, or professional engineer, these components make it easy to prototype quickly and iterate faster. Popular with makers and educators across Australia, with fast local dispatch.
4xAA battery holder (square with cover)
SKU: DF-FIT0080 | Brand: DFRobot
A 4-cell AA battery holder in a square (2×2) configuration with a sliding removable cover and a built-in ON/OFF switch. Features 5-inch tinned leads for easy soldering. The cover keeps batteries secure, and the switch...
Delivered by Fri 12 Jun
5M Flexible el wire with battery holder 5mm - Blue
SKU: LB-LR0335-B | Brand: Little Bird
This 5-metre length of EL wire (electroluminescent wire) glows a vibrant blue when powered by the included battery-operated inverter. EL wire is a flexible, phosphor-coated wire that produces a cool, even glow similar...
Delivered by Fri 12 Jun
5M Flexible el wire with battery holder 5mm - Pink
SKU: LB-LR0335-PI | Brand: Little Bird
This 5-metre length of EL wire (electroluminescent wire) glows a vibrant pink when powered by the included battery-operated inverter. EL wire is a flexible, phosphor-coated wire that produces a cool, even glow similar...
Delivered by Fri 12 Jun
5M Flexible el wire with battery holder 5mm - Light Blue
SKU: LB-LR0335-LB | Brand: Little Bird
This 5-metre length of EL wire (electroluminescent wire) glows a vibrant light blue when powered by the included battery-operated inverter. EL wire is a flexible, phosphor-coated wire that produces a cool, even glow s...
Delivered by Fri 12 Jun
4 x AA Battery Holder with Premium Jumper Header Wires
SKU: AF-3859 | Brand: Adafruit
A 4×AA battery holder with premium jumper header wires that plug directly into a breadboard. No stripping or soldering required — just insert the header pins into your breadboard rails and start prototyping with porta...
Delivered by Fri 12 Jun
5M Flexible el wire with battery holder 5mm - Fluorescent Green
SKU: LB-LR0335-FG | Brand: Little Bird
This 5-metre length of EL wire (electroluminescent wire) glows a vibrant fluorescent green when powered by the included battery-operated inverter. EL wire is a flexible, phosphor-coated wire that produces a cool, even...
Delivered by Fri 12 Jun
5M Flexible el wire with battery holder 5mm - Orange
SKU: LB-LR0335-O | Brand: Little Bird
This 5-metre length of EL wire (electroluminescent wire) glows a vibrant orange when powered by the included battery-operated inverter. EL wire is a flexible, phosphor-coated wire that produces a cool, even glow simil...
Delivered by Fri 12 Jun
Battery Holder - 2x18650 (wire leads)
SKU: SF-PRT-12900 | Brand: SparkFun
This is an incredibly simple two cell 18650 Battery Holder. When someone thinks of 18650 Cells they tend to think of flashlights first, which is fair since that is what they have been primarily used for. However, with...
Delivered by Fri 12 Jun
5M Flexible el wire with battery holder 5mm - Red
SKU: LB-LR0335-R | Brand: Little Bird
A 5-metre length of flexible red EL wire (electroluminescent wire) complete with a battery-powered inverter. EL wire produces a bright, even glow along its entire length – perfect for costumes, props, signage, and dec...
Delivered by Fri 12 Jun
5M Flexible el wire with battery holder 5mm - Green
SKU: LB-LR0335-G | Brand: Little Bird
This 5-metre length of EL wire (electroluminescent wire) glows a vibrant green when powered by the included battery-operated inverter. EL wire is a flexible, phosphor-coated wire that produces a cool, even glow simila...
Delivered by Fri 12 Jun
4xAA Press-Stud Battery Holder - Default
SKU: PI-COM1304 | Brand: Pimoroni
A 4×AA battery holder with press-stud (snap) termination, providing a portable power source for wearable and on-the-go projects. With four alkaline AA batteries, it delivers approximately 6V with 7,000–10,000 mAh of c...
Delivered by Fri 12 Jun
Battery Holder - 18650 (PTH)
SKU: SF-PRT-13113 | Brand: SparkFun
This is a PCB mount clip to hold a 18650 Lithium Ion Cell battery. Each battery holder is sold in single units, you’ll need two for each battery. These work great for larger, high capacity applications where a drop-in...
Delivered by Tue 23 Jun
5M Flexible el wire with battery holder 5mm - Yellow
SKU: LB-LR0335-Y | Brand: Little Bird
This 5-metre length of EL wire (electroluminescent wire) glows a vibrant yellow when powered by the included battery-operated inverter. EL wire is a flexible, phosphor-coated wire that produces a cool, even glow simil...
Delivered by Fri 12 Jun
Coin Cell Battery Holder - 12mm (SMD)
SKU: SF-PRT-10592 | Brand: SparkFun
This is the SMD version of PRT-07948, which is the unit we like to use as RTC backup and SRAM backup for GPS units. Holds battery in place with friction. The metal housing connects to the positive side of the batte...
Delivered by Fri 12 Jun
Battery Holder - 1xAA (PTH)
SKU: SF-PRT-07949 | Brand: SparkFun
A PCB-mount clip designed to hold a single AA battery. Ideal for small, low-power applications that need a compact battery solution. Sold individually — use two clips for a complete AA battery holder. Key Features ...
Delivered by Tue 23 Jun
Battery Holder - 1xAAA (PTH)
SKU: SF-PRT-12718 | Brand: SparkFun
PCB mount clip to hold a AAA battery. Sold in single units, you’ll need two for each battery. These work great for small, low power applications that need a battery to run. Low cost and easy to use!Documents:Datasheet
Delivered by Fri 12 Jun
Battery Holder - 1x18650 (wire leads)
SKU: SF-PRT-12899 | Brand: SparkFun
A single-cell 18650 battery holder with wire leads for easy integration into projects. Drop in an 18650 lithium-ion cell and connect the bare wire leads to your circuit — no soldering to the battery required. Two 6" ...
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2xAAA Battery Cage with JST Connector
SKU: KI-2271 | Brand: Kitronik
A compact 2×AAA battery cage with a JST PH connector and 145 mm colour-coded leads. Designed to plug directly into the BBC micro:bit's battery socket, providing a portable power source for classroom projects and weara...
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Coin Cell Battery Holder - 12mm (PTH)
SKU: SF-PRT-07948 | Brand: SparkFun
A through-hole 12mm coin cell battery holder for PCB mounting. Uses friction to hold the battery securely in place — the metal housing is positive (+) and the PCB pad underneath is negative (−). Commonly used for RTC ...
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Coin Cell Battery Holder - 20mm (PTH)
SKU: SF-PRT-00783 | Brand: SparkFun
Basic 20mm coin cell holder. Posts can be inserted into 0.1" perf board! Holds the common CR2032 type batteries.
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