Ironwood Electronics began in 1986 when two engineers discussed a new product idea during a carpool ride. That first product, a prototyping adapter for a 68-pin PLCC chip, received tremendous response and was named a "Product of the Year" by EDN magazine. The company’s product line has since expanded and evolved into well over 5000 innovative adapters and interconnection solutions for prototyping, test, and production applications.

We believe that Ironwood Electronics has the largest, most experienced staff of electrical and mechanical engineers in our industry. From simple mechanical adapters to complex multi-chip modules, our products help you expedite development projects, even those involving the latest ICs and packaging technologies. We offer thousands of "off the shelf" parts, but when a new IC requires a custom socket or adapter, quick turn, custom projects are our specialty.