Ordering Farnell components via Sinuss: how to search effectively
Looking for a specific electronic component and found a Farnell or manufacturer part number? Sinuss is an official Farnell reseller. Through Sinuss you can search specifically for components for maker, repair and small professional applications.
There is no minimum order. Do note that some products are only available per pack quantity — for example when a manufacturer or supplier offers a part only per set, strip, tray or pack.
Not every Farnell product is listed in the Sinuss shop by default. The catalogue is deliberately kept smaller and more relevant: around 40,000 products rather than the full Farnell catalogue of more than 1 million items. A large proportion of those are industrial products not intended for consumer or maker use. This keeps the shop faster, easier to navigate and easier to maintain.
In this article you will find out how to search more effectively, what to do if you cannot find a product, and what to check before you order.
Why this question comes up so often
Many electronic components are easier to identify by part number than by a generic product name. Think of a manufacturer number on a component, a Farnell reference from a datasheet, or a code from an existing design.
For makers, hobbyists, repair technicians and small professional users the question is usually straightforward:
I have a rough idea of which part I need. How do I find the right product without having to buy in bulk?
A good search route helps with that.
Sinuss deliberately chooses not to list the full Farnell catalogue. That prevents the shop from filling up with industrial articles that are not relevant for most makers, hobbyists and repair technicians. It also keeps product updates and data traffic manageable.
Start with the part number
Have a part number or manufacturer number? Use that as your first search term.
That usually works better than searching on a generic name such as:
- capacitor;
- resistor;
- connector;
- sensor;
- switch;
- IC.
Generic terms often return many variants. A part number or manufacturer number gets you to the right product — or to comparable alternatives — much more quickly.
Useful details to have on hand:
- manufacturer part number;
- brand or manufacturer;
- component type;
- package or dimensions;
- voltage, current, capacitance, resistance or tolerance;
- datasheet or schematic, if you have one.
Check specifications before you choose
With electronic components, a similar-looking product is not automatically interchangeable. Two parts can have the same form factor but differ in voltage rating, tolerance, temperature range, pinout or package.
Always check the specifications that matter for your application. When in doubt, the datasheet or schematic is the definitive reference.
Examples:
- for capacitors: capacitance, voltage, type, tolerance and package;
- for resistors: resistance value, power rating, tolerance and package;
- for connectors: number of positions, pitch, orientation and mounting style;
- for ICs: exact part number, package and manufacturer.
Ordering without a minimum order
Sinuss is set up for people who need specific parts, even in small quantities.
There is no minimum order. However, a pack quantity may apply per product. This means some parts are not sold individually but, for example, per strip, set, tray or pack. You will see this per product when browsing or ordering.
The barrier to entry stays low, and you know exactly what you are getting before you commit.
If you cannot find the part right away
Cannot find the part immediately? Here are a few logical next steps:
- Search again using the manufacturer number or part number.
- Check whether there are spaces, hyphens or additional suffixes in the part number.
- Search by brand/manufacturer combined with the component type.
- Browse the relevant category or product group.
- Use the request form in the search bar if you still cannot find the part.
If the search function returns no result, Sinuss shows a request block with the text: "Is this product not in our range?" Fill in your name and email address; Sinuss will then check with Farnell whether the product is available.
For such a request it helps to include as much information as possible:
- part number;
- manufacturer;
- link to datasheet;
- photo of the old part;
- application or context;
- quantity required.
Next step
Have a part number or manufacturer number? Start there.
Use the Sinuss search function, browse the relevant category, or use the request form on the search page if you cannot find the part right away.
Always check the current availability, specifications and any applicable pack quantity per product before ordering.
Frequently asked questions
Can I order individual electronic components through Sinuss?
Yes. Sinuss is set up for makers, hobbyists, repair technicians and small professional users who need specific electronic components. There is no minimum order. Some products are only available per pack quantity.
What does pack quantity mean?
A pack quantity means a product is not sold as a single item but, for example, per strip, set, tray or pack. This varies per product.
What do I need to search effectively?
Use the part number, manufacturer number or brand wherever possible. Also check specifications such as package, voltage, current, capacitance, resistance or tolerance.
What if I cannot find the part?
First search by manufacturer number or part number. If you still cannot find it, a request form appears on the search page. Fill in your name and email address; Sinuss will then check with Farnell whether the product is available.
Why is not everything from Farnell in the shop?
Farnell has more than 1 million products. A large proportion are industrial products not intended for consumer or maker use. Sinuss deliberately keeps the shop catalogue smaller and more relevant. This makes searching easier and keeps product updates and data traffic manageable.