We Make the Kits. We Designed Them With Charles Platt.
ProTechTrader is a family-owned New Jersey business that has been the official manufacturer of Make: Electronics component kits for over a decade. We worked directly with author Charles Platt to design kits that match his experiments perfectly.
Our kits are sold by Maker Shed (the official store of Make: Magazine publisher) and recommended in every edition of Charles Platt's books. We're not a reseller - we're the source.
Every component is hand-sorted and quality-checked in our facility to ensure your students have exactly what they need for each experiment.
"ProTechTrader's kits are highly recommended. They worked directly with me to ensure every component matches my experiments perfectly."
- Charles Platt
Author, Make: Electronics
Trusted by Leading Institutions: MIT Media Lab | Stanford University | NASA Education | Carnegie Mellon | Duke University | Caltech | Georgia Tech
Why Educators Choose ProTechTrader
Designed by the Author
Our kits aren't generic - they were designed in collaboration with Charles Platt to match every experiment in his books exactly. No substitutions, no guesswork.
Hand-Sorted Quality
Every component is individually inspected and organized in our New Jersey facility. Your students get working parts, properly labeled and ready to use.
NGSS & Common Core Aligned
Our kits support Next Generation Science Standards. We provide alignment documentation for grant applications upon request.
Family Business Support
We're a husband-and-wife team who personally answer your questions. No call centers - just fellow electronics enthusiasts who care about your success.
Our Best-Selling Educational Kits
The only component kits designed and recommended by Charles Platt himself
The #1 Best-Selling Electronics Book
Make: Electronics by Charles Platt has taught over 500,000 people to build real circuits. Now in its 3rd edition, it's the gold standard for hands-on electronics education.
ProTechTrader is the only manufacturer Charles Platt recommends for companion component kits - in every edition, for over 10 years.
School & District Pricing
Significant savings for classroom sets and bulk orders
Purchase Orders Welcome
We accept official Purchase Orders from schools, districts, universities, and government agencies.
- Net 30 terms for established institutions
- Processed within 24 hours
- Itemized invoices with PO reference
Tax-Exempt Processing
Submit your tax exemption certificate once and all future orders ship tax-free.
- One-time setup
- Applied to all future orders
- W-9 available upon request
Grant-Friendly Quotes
Need documentation for a STEM grant? We provide detailed quotes formatted for funding proposals.
- Standards alignment included
- Educational objectives documented
- Letters of support available
Who Uses Our Kits?
K-12 Schools
STEM classes & science labs
Universities
Engineering programs
Homeschool
Complete curriculum
Libraries
Makerspaces & workshops
Summer Camps
STEM enrichment
Adult Learners
Career changers & hobbyists
What Educators Say
"ProTechTrader's kits transformed our STEM program. Students who struggled with abstract concepts suddenly came alive when building actual circuits."
Jennifer M.
STEM Coordinator, Jefferson County Schools, CO
"The PO process is seamless, bulk pricing saves our budget, and the kits always arrive complete. They understand what schools need."
Dr. Robert K.
Physics Department, University of Michigan
"As a homeschool mom with no electronics background, I was intimidated. Their team helped me choose the right kit and answered all my questions."
Sarah T.
Homeschool Parent, Texas
The ProTechTrader Promise to Educators
Made with Charles Platt
Quality-checked components
Same-day from New Jersey
Real humans, real answers
Respects education budgets
On unused items
Ready to Equip Your Classroom?
Contact our education team for quotes, bulk pricing, or curriculum guidance.
Quotes provided within 24 hours | PO processing same business day
Learn More About ProTechTrader
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you accept school Purchase Orders?
Yes! We accept Purchase Orders from all accredited schools, school districts, universities, and government agencies. Email your PO to schools@protechtrader.com and we process it within 24 hours. Net 30 terms available for established institutions.
Are these the official Make: Electronics kits?
Yes. ProTechTrader is the manufacturer that designed these kits in partnership with author Charles Platt. We are the only kit manufacturer recommended in the Make: Electronics books, and our kits are sold by Maker Shed (the official Make: Magazine store). We've been the trusted source for over 10 years.
What is the minimum order for bulk discounts?
Bulk discounts start at just 10 kits (10% off). Orders of 20+ kits receive 15% off, 50+ kits receive 20% off. For orders over 100 kits, contact us for custom bulk pricing tailored to your needs.
Do your kits align with curriculum standards?
Yes. Our electronics kits support Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and Common Core mathematical practices. We can provide standards alignment documentation for grant applications upon request.
The ProTechTrader Promise
As a small family-owned business, we care deeply about your projects. Whether you're a hobbyist, student, or professional, we promise to provide quality components and personal support. Thank you for choosing ProTechTrader for your electronic needs!
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