Electrical Components Manufacturers
Farnsworth Electronics
2806 Falls Ave, Waterloo, IA 50701, United States
- Distributor / reseller
- Founded 1922
- Family-owned, Woman-owned, Small business
About Farnsworth Electronics
Farnsworth Electronics has operated from Waterloo, Iowa since 1922. After Gerald's son Jim returned from military service in Vietnam in 1969, he took over the company, and the third generation is now led by Anji Barnard. The firm is certified as a woman-owned small business through SAM.gov and as an Iowa Targeted Small Business. The company stocks electronic components from more than 350 manufacturers, ranging from resistors, capacitors, and connectors to switches, wire, fuses, and alligator clips. Despite a modest storefront, the inventory fills drawers and rooms on site. Services include same-day shipping on in-stock orders placed by 3 PM, drop shipping, and a 24/7 smart‑locker pickup system. There is no minimum order requirement. Farnsworth serves residential, commercial, industrial, utility, and government customers worldwide. Its client base includes hobbyists, contractors, and institutional buyers seeking both common and hard‑to‑find parts. The business emphasizes small‑town service paired with broad inventory depth, highlighting personal touches such as handwritten notes and careful packaging. Certification as a woman‑owned small business and a focus on long‑term customer relationships are cited as key differentiators.
Manufacturing capabilities
Industries served
- Residential
- Commercial
- Industrial
- Utility
- Government
Materials
Resistors · Capacitors · Connectors · Switches · Wire · Fuses · Alligator clips · Solderless terminals · Miniature light bulbs · Pins · Sockets
Equipment
- Smart lockers
Company details
- Location
- Waterloo, Iowa
- Company type
- Distributor / reseller
- Founded
- 1922
- Ownership
- Family-owned, Woman-owned, Small business
- Minimum order
- No minimum order
- Lead time
- Same-day shipping for in-stock orders placed by 3 PM; typically a few days for out-of-stock items
- Listed under
Frequently asked questions
Where is Farnsworth Electronics located?
Farnsworth Electronics is located at 2806 Falls Ave, Waterloo, IA 50701, United States.
What does Farnsworth Electronics do?
Farnsworth Electronics is listed under Electrical Components Manufacturers, and its listed capabilities and products include Electronic component distribution, Same-day order fulfillment, Drop shipping, 24/7 smart locker pickup, Obsolete and hard-to-find part sourcing and Inventory management.
What industries does Farnsworth Electronics serve?
Farnsworth Electronics lists Residential, Commercial, Industrial, Utility and Government among the industries it serves.
When was Farnsworth Electronics founded?
Farnsworth Electronics was founded in 1922.
How do I request a quote from Farnsworth Electronics?
Use the Request a quote button on this page to send Farnsworth Electronics your requirements through FirmsLedger, or call (319) 234-6681 and visit farnsworthelectronics.com.
What companies are similar to Farnsworth Electronics?
Other Electrical Components Manufacturers in Iowa listed on FirmsLedger include Wes Tech Sales, TheFuseShop and Grace Technologies.