FAQ

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) offers a wide range of questions brought up by customers.

• 1. What Is API?

  An API (Application Programming Interface) is a set of rules that allows different software applications to communicate and exchange data with each other.

• 2. How Can LCSC APIs Help You?

  LCSC APIs help customers to create a strategic advantage in business. APIs give customers the ability to access LCSC’s data directly in real-time and do more efficiently, such as checking details and creating orders instantly. There is a big saving in associating directly with LCSC’s data with respect to time and cost.

• 3. What Are the Characteristics of LCSC APIs?

  1. Real-Time Interaction

  2. The technology which has been adopted in B2B in the last 10 years

  3. Expose the functionality and services of an application to the public

  4. Standard communication protocols (XML/JSON/etc over HTTP/HTTPS)

  5. Security features like authentication (e.g., OAuth, API keys) and authorization to ensure limited access

• 4. What APIs Features Does LCSC API Offer?

  Category API: Browse category information

  Manufacturer API: Check relevant Brands information

  Categorical Item List API: View product information by category

  Item Details API: Get product details

  Keyword Search List API: Check product information by keywords

  Order Create API: Submit an order

  Check Order API: Check order status

  Get Shipment API: Check shipment cost

  More is on the way...

• 5. How to Get LCSC's APIs?

  We require customers to have an LCSC Account first and then apply for LCSC API. You can apply here.

• 6. Do You Offer the EDI Solution?

  No, API is the solution we currently offer to businesses.

• 7. Is the Information Real-time When I Search for a Part Using an API?

  Yes, the LCSC API draws the information directly from the database of LCSC in real time.

• 8. Does the 'Item Details API' Show Discount Pricing?

  Yes, the LCSC API will show the regular pricing and discounted pricing.

• 9. Does the Pricing Change Frequently?

  Just like the LCSC website, pricing can change, the same rules apply as ordering on the LCSC website.

• 10. How frequently can I access it every day or every minute?

  A customer is limited to 1000 searches per day and 200 searches per minute.

  A larger number of searches are available but must be approved by LCSC. Please contact us via email at support@lcsc.com to get approval.

• 11. I Want to Connect One or More of LCSC APIs to My System. How to Proceed?

  Visit LCSC API Instruction page to learn more and get started.

  Please contact us or email us at support@lcsc.com if you have any questions about the process.