DigiKey Expands Downloadable CAD Model Offering through Partnership with TraceParts

Thief River Falls, Minnesota, USA – February 4, 2025 

DigiKey, a leading global commerce distributor offering the largest selection of technical components and automation products in stock for immediate shipment, announces a partnership with TraceParts , a leading provider of computer-aided design (CAD)-content for engineering, industrial equipment and machine design. 

DigiKey and TraceParts announce a partnership that expands the availability of downloadable CAD model offerings for engineers, makers and product developers. 

The collaboration combines DigiKey’s comprehensive selection of electronic components with TraceParts’ robust 3D CAD models and design resources. Engineers, makers and product developers will have an enhanced experience, enabling faster product design cycles and more efficient workflows for a streamlined overall approach to the design and prototyping process. 

“We are excited to integrate TraceParts’ extensive 3D model library to our product catalog, making it easier than ever for designers and engineers to move seamlessly from ideation to CAD tool to finished product,” said Cody Walseth, digital product owner for DigiKey. “This collaboration underscores our shared commitment to empowering our customers and accelerating their journey from concept to creation.” 

“We are thrilled to collaborate with DigiKey to bring our extensive CAD content and technology to their website,” said Leia Sanderson Teixeira, chief commercial officer for TraceParts. “This integration highlights our shared commitment to supporting engineers and designers with seamless access to the tools they need to innovate. We’re confident that this partnership marks the beginning of an exciting journey with significant potential to enhance the design experience for DigiKey’s customers worldwide.” 

For more information about the TraceParts platform, please visit the DigiKey website. 

About TraceParts 

TraceParts is a leading global CAD-content platform for engineering, industrial equipment, and machine design, with over 5.6 million members across 1.3 million companies in 195 countries. TraceParts provides marketing exposure through cloud-based API and SaaS applications, including CAD part libraries, product catalogs, and configurators. The platform offers digital advertising solutions for part manufacturers, distributors, and software vendors, helping them generate qualified leads. Free for engineers and designers, TraceParts provides access to 2,078 supplier-certified catalogs, billions of 2D drawings, 3D CAD models, and datasheets, supporting digitalization across design, purchasing, manufacturing, and maintenance. 

About DigiKey 

DigiKey, headquartered in Thief River Falls, Minn., USA, is recognized as the global leader and continuous innovator in the cutting-edge commerce distribution of electronic components and automation products worldwide. We get technical by providing more than 15.9 million components from over 3,000 quality name-brand manufacturers with an industry-leading breadth and depth of product in stock and available for immediate shipment. DigiKey also supports engineers, designers, builders and procurement professionals with a wealth of digital solutions, frictionless interactions and tools to make their jobs more efficient. Additional information can be found at digikey.com and on Facebook, X, YouTube, Instagram and LinkedIn. 

Editorial Contact 
Laura Stengrim 
DigiKey 
(218) 681-8000 ext. 14489 
laura.stengrim@digikey.com 

How to download CAD Models from DigiKey?

Let’s see how to download TraceParts CAD-content from the DigiKey website in 5 simple steps:

Step 1: Go to the DigiKey platform and select the type of component you’re looking for.

Step 2: In the filters, in the “Media” section, check “EDA/CAD Models” and click “Apply all”.

Step 3: Search for your desired component and go to its Product Page. Here, click the link in EDA/CAD models. 

Step 4: It opens a new page, scroll down to the bottom of the page to see TraceParts 3D viewer. 

Step 5: Choose from over 60 CAD Formats and download the one you need.