Elecrow

Elecrow sells development boards, electronics kits, displays and components, with ranges associated with Raspberry Pi, micro:bit and Arduino.

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Quick overview

It also offers PCB fabrication and assembly, component sourcing and customisation services.

Education kits include starter kits and options with sensors, modules and lessons.
IoT products include LoRa and LoRaWAN gateways and modules.
Display options include LCD, OLED, e-paper and HMI displays.
Assembly services include arrangements for customer-provided and Elecrow-sourced parts.
The website has an online Gerber viewer, a forum, a wiki and shared projects.

Introduction

Elecrow sells electronics, development boards, displays and education kits. It also offers PCB manufacturing, assembly and customisation services.

The range includes products associated with Raspberry Pi, micro:bit and Arduino, alongside IoT hardware, sensors and tools. Shoppers can also find parts for electronics projects and services for assembled boards.

What Elecrow offers

Elecrow offers boards, kits, shields, displays, modules and accessories. Its range also includes robotics, power supplies, cameras, cables and components.

Alongside these products, Elecrow offers PCB fabrication and assembly, component sourcing, sub-assembly and kitting. Other services include display customisation, CNC milling, 3D printing and moulding.

Product and service categories

micro:bit

Elecrow sells micro:bit boards and kits, including starter and education kits. The selection also includes expansion boards, shields and accessories. Cases, cables and batteries are among the accessories shown, while expansion options include sensor and motor driver boards.

Raspberry Pi

The Raspberry Pi range includes main boards, kits, shields and HATs. Displays and accessories are also offered, alongside starter and education kits. Some kits include modules and project lessons.

Arduino-compatible and ESP products

Elecrow offers Arduino kits, shields and accessories. The ESP selection includes development boards and kits. Education kits and displays are also listed among the electronics range.

IoT and wireless communication

The IoT range includes LoRa and LoRaWAN gateways and modules, as well as Meshtastic and MeshCore products. Other options cover WiFi, BLE and cellular networks. Ethernet, RS232, RS485, CAN, RFID and GPS are also named in the range.

Education kits

Education kits are available for Raspberry Pi, Arduino and micro:bit. The selection includes starter and advanced kits, with some kits accompanied by lessons. Elecrow also offers kits with sensors and modules.

Crowtail and Crowbits

The Crowtail range includes kits, main boards and base shields. It also includes sensors, actuators, LED and LCD displays, and wireless communication products. Crowbits modules are listed alongside these education products.

Displays

Elecrow sells LCD, OLED and LED displays, along with display accessories. The selection includes HMI and e-paper displays, plus round and rotary options. Displays for Raspberry Pi and Home Assistant are also listed, and Elecrow offers display customisation.

Sensors

Sensor categories include environment, proximity and motion. Elecrow also lists sensors under physical monitoring, electricity and biometric categories. Crowtail sensors form another part of the electronics range.

Tools and electronic parts

The tools and parts selection includes 3D printers, robotics and prototyping products. Shoppers can also find power supplies, components, DIY modules, cameras and cables. Mechanical keyboards and electronic kits are among the other products shown.

PCB and assembly services

Elecrow offers PCB fabrication, PCB stencils and PCB assembly. Component sourcing, sub-assembly and kitting are available alongside box build and final assembly. The service range also includes custom tooling, moulding, CNC milling and 3D printing.

Browse the full range on the Elecrow website.

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Brands named on the site

Brands named in the product range include Raspberry Pi and micro:bit. Elecrow also lists products compatible with Arduino.

Using the website

The website includes search and advanced search, as well as account creation and sign-in. An online Gerber viewer is available, with a DFM check also named on its page.

Elecrow provides a forum, blog and wiki. Shared projects and a PCB tutorial are also shown, alongside an application form for its distributor programme.

Notable features

Elecrow offers three component sourcing arrangements for assembly: the customer can provide all parts, Elecrow can source all parts, or the customer and Elecrow can each provide some parts.

Custom services include display customisation, cable solutions and personalised labelling. The manufacturing services also include custom tooling and injection moulding for final enclosures.

Frequently asked questions

Does Elecrow sell micro:bit accessories?

Yes. The selection includes cases, cables and batteries, as well as expansion boards and shields.

Are Raspberry Pi kits available?

Yes. Elecrow lists starter and education kits, including kits with modules and project lessons.

What types of displays does Elecrow offer?

The range includes LCD, OLED, LED and e-paper displays. HMI, round and rotary displays are also listed.

Does Elecrow offer PCB assembly?

Yes. PCB assembly is listed alongside fabrication, component sourcing, sub-assembly and kitting.

Can a customer provide components for assembly?

Yes, Elecrow lists an option where the customer provides all parts. Another option combines customer-provided parts with parts sourced by Elecrow.

Is there an online Gerber viewer?

Yes, Elecrow offers an online Gerber viewer. Its page also names a DFM check.

Key takeaways

Elecrow sells development boards, kits, displays and electronic components.
Product ranges include Raspberry Pi, micro:bit and Arduino-compatible items.
IoT products include LoRa and LoRaWAN modules and gateways.
Manufacturing services include PCB fabrication, assembly and component sourcing.
Custom services include display customisation, cable solutions and personalised labelling.

Summary

Elecrow brings electronics products and manufacturing services together, from education kits and sensors to PCB assembly and custom tooling. Its website also provides an online Gerber viewer, shared projects and a PCB tutorial.