Master International Corporation

What Master International Corporation does

Master Electronics is a family-owned, authorized distributor of electronic components founded in 1967 by Ike Nizam in Santa Monica, California. The company distributes more than 12 million parts across product categories including capacitors, circuit protection, connectors, discrete semiconductors, electromechanical components, sensors, relays, thermal management devices, switches, power supplies, and microcontrollers, sourced from 532 authorized suppliers. It operates from three warehouses and 16 global locations, shipping to 135 countries and serving hundreds of thousands of customers. The company is independently held under the Nizam family with no disclosed parent, no funding rounds, and no M&A activity.

The core platform consists of an e-commerce storefront (masterelectronics.com), a Bill of Materials (BOM) upload and quoting tool, and API/EDI integration for enterprise procurement automation. Supporting modules include supply chain management, end-of-life component sourcing, and minimum order quantity (MOQ) reduction services. Distribution is executed through self-service e-commerce, phone-based inside sales, a direct enterprise sales team, and EDI/API connectivity for embedded procurement workflows. Featured supplier brands include RECOM, Advanced Energy, FCL Components America, Eaton eMobility/Bussmann, Weidmuller, ebm-papst, Amphenol Sine Systems, American Zettler, and Hirose.

Revenue is generated through transactional hardware sales of electronic components on a quote-based B2B pricing model, with no public price list. The customer base spans two primary segments: industrial and manufacturing companies procuring components for production, and electronics design and engineering teams sourcing parts for prototyping and product development. The company has recently emphasized product positioning around AI data center cooling (via ebm-papst) and humanoid robot / smart factory IoT connectors (via Hirose), signaling a strategic focus on high-growth end-markets. Operational scale is supported by approximately 600 employees worldwide, with recent industry recognition including seven awards at the 2025 EDS Leadership Summit and consecutive Top Workplaces USA recognition in 2025 and 2026.

Name

Master International Corporation

Legal name

Master Electronics, Inc.

Website

https://masterdistributors.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1967

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Master Electronics is a family-owned authorized distributor of electronic components, founded in 1967, offering 12M+ parts from 532 suppliers across 135 countries to industrial manufacturers and electronics design engineers via e-commerce, direct sales, and API/EDI integration.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Santa Monica, CA

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Electronic Components Sales: Sale of electronic components including capacitors, circuit protection, connectors, discrete semiconductors, electromechanical products, sensors, relays, thermal management, switches, power supplies, and microcontrollers. Revenue generated through transactional sales to customers purchasing components for manufacturing and production needs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Master International Corporation, doing business as Master Electronics, is an authorized distributor of electronic components providing access to over 12 million parts from approximately 532 suppliers worldwide. The company distributes passive and active components including capacitors, circuit protection devices, connectors, discrete semiconductors, sensors, relays, thermal management solutions, switches, power supplies, and microcontrollers, complemented by supply chain services such as BOM processing, MOQ reduction, and end-of-life component sourcing.

Product overview

Master Electronics is a family-owned authorized distributor of electronic components operating since 1967. The company offers a single, unified distribution platform providing access to over 12 million parts from approximately 532 suppliers across 135 countries. The core product is electronic component distribution, which is organized into product categories (capacitors, circuit protection, connectors, discrete semiconductors, electromechanical, sensors, relays, thermal management, switches, power supplies, microcontrollers) and supported by supply chain solutions modules (API & EDI Solutions, Supply Chain Management, End Of Life Solution, MOQ Reduction Solution) and a BOM Tool for bill of materials processing. Featured supplier brands include RECOM, Advanced Energy, FCL Components America, Eaton eMobility/Bussmann, Weidmuller, Memory Protection Devices, Hammond Manufacturing, Amphenol Sine Systems, and Hirose.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Electronic Components Distribution Authorized distribution of electronic components spanning capacitors, circuit protection, connectors, discrete semiconductors, sensors, relays, thermal management, switches, power supplies, and microcontrollers from 532 suppliers, with 12M+ parts in inventory serving industrial manufacturers and design engineers globally.
• BOM Tool

Quantifiable outcome

• Serving hundreds of thousands of customers globally
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• RECOMcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRECOM is a manufacturer whose products are distributed by Master Electronics as an authorized distributor. Featured supplier with power conversion products including DC/DC converters, AC/DC power supplies.
• Advanced EnergycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAdvanced Energy is an authorized supplier distributed by Master Electronics, specializing in power conversion and control solutions for industrial applications.
• FCL Components America, Inc. (FCAI)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFCL Components America is an authorized supplier distributed by Master Electronics, offering sensors, relays, and other passive components.
• Eaton eMobility Transportation / BussmanncoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEaton eMobility Transportation and Bussmann products are distributed by Master Electronics, including circuit protection and battery management solutions.
• WeidmullercoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorWeidmuller is an authorized supplier distributed by Master Electronics, offering industrial connectivity and electronic interface solutions.
• ebm-papstcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributorebm-papst is an authorized supplier featuring products like the DiaForce diagonal compact fan for uncompromising cooling in AI data centers and industrial applications.
• Amphenol Sine SystemscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAmphenol Sine Systems is an authorized supplier featuring waterproof circular connectors (ecomate family) designed for moisture, dirt, and harsh conditions in industrial and outdoor environments.
• American ZettlercoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAmerican Zettler is an authorized supplier featuring miniature power relays (AZ2100 and AZ2150 series) with 40A switching capability for demanding load applications.
• Hirose ElectriccoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHirose is an authorized supplier offering industrial connectors for smart factory IoT innovation and humanoid robot applications, featured for industrial automation solutions.
• Hammond ManufacturingminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHammond Manufacturing products including diecast aluminum enclosures are distributed by Master Electronics for industrial enclosures applications.
• Memory Protection DevicesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMemory Protection Devices products including battery and fuse holders for industrial solutions are distributed by Master Electronics.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Arrow Electronics: Arrow is a Fortune-500 global distributor of electronic components and enterprise computing solutions with significantly larger scale and broader solution/services portfolio. Overlaps with Master on authorized component distribution but extends into much wider adjacent categories (enterprise software, services).
• Avnet: Avnet is a global broad-line electronic component distributor with deep semiconductor franchise and extensive embedded/IoT services. Overlaps with Master on authorized distribution but operates at substantially larger scale and across more verticals.

Direct peers

• Mouser Electronics: Mouser is a Berkshire Hathaway-owned global authorized distributor of semiconductors and electronic components, serving design engineers and buyers across industrial, automotive, and AI/data-center verticals. The two firms compete head-to-head on new-product introductions, BOM tooling, and supplier breadth.
• TTI, Inc. TTI is a Berkshire Hathaway-owned specialized authorized distributor of interconnect, passive, electromechanical, and discrete semiconductor components. Closely comparable to Master in supplier relationships (Amphenol, Eaton, Hirose overlap) and industrial customer focus.
• Powell Electronics: Powell Electronics is a smaller authorized distributor of connectors, relays, and electromechanical components serving industrial and Mil/Aero customers. Comparable niche focus and supplier-authorized model to Master, though smaller in scale and SKU breadth.
• Future Electronics: Future Electronics is one of the largest privately held authorized electronic component distributors globally, serving industrial and OEM customers with broad line-card coverage. Comparable to Master in product breadth, customer mix, and private/family-owned operating posture.
• Heilind Electronics: Heilind is a privately held authorized distributor specializing in interconnect, electromechanical, and sensor products with strong industrial and Mil/Aero exposure. Comparable to Master on supplier-authorized distribution model and product categories including Amphenol, Molex, and TE Connectivity lines.
• Newark / element14 (Farnell): Newark element14 (part of Premier Farnell) is a global authorized distributor of electronic components with strong engineering-customer focus and broad catalog. Comparable to Master in supplier relationships, BOM-style fulfillment, and SMB/industrial customer mix.
• Digi-Key Electronics: Digi-Key is the largest global authorized distributor of electronic components, offering millions of SKUs from thousands of manufacturers with broad-scope catalog breadth that most directly matches Master Electronics' model. Both target design engineers and procurement teams with quote-based, BOM-driven, and direct-to-customer fulfillment.
• RS Components (RS Group): RS Components is a UK-headquartered global authorized distributor of electronic, electrical, and industrial components serving engineers and industrial buyers. Comparable to Master in catalog breadth, authorized-supplier model, and industrial customer base, though with stronger European geographic concentration.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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