# CPC UK > Publicly sourced profile assembled by Optimly, in the Brand Index. Last refreshed 2026-11-07. - **Brand record:** https://optimly.ai/brand/cpc-uk - **Dataset:** https://optimly.ai/brand/cpc-uk.json - **Markdown:** https://optimly.ai/brand/cpc-uk/llms.txt - **Official website:** https://cpc.farnell.com - **Slug:** cpc-uk - **Categories:** retail-ecommerce ## Overview - **Tagline:** UK distributor of electrical, electronics and related products, serving businesses, tradespeople, installers, consumers, Makers and educators. Source: Brand's website (https://cpc.farnell.com) · 2026-11-07 - **Description:** CPC, meaning Combined Precision Components, is a UK distributor offering products across electronics, electrical, technology, tools, AV, computing, security, test, maker and related categories. CPC states that it stocks 100,000 product lines at its Preston Distribution Centre. Source: Brand's website (https://cpc.farnell.com) · 2026-11-07 ## Identity - **Mission:** To deliver product quality, value and customer service while helping customers find the right products and solutions. Source: Brand's website (https://cpc.farnell.com) · 2026-11-07 - **Website:** https://cpc.farnell.com Source: Brand's website (https://cpc.farnell.com) · 2026-11-07 - **Voice & tone:** Practical, helpful and service-oriented, with an emphasis on product quality, value, reliability and professional support. Source: Brand's website (https://cpc.farnell.com) · 2026-11-07 - **Founded:** 1967 Source: Brand's website (https://cpc.farnell.com) · 2026-11-07 - **Headquarters:** CPC, Component House, Fulwood, Preston PR2 9PP, UK Source: Brand's website (https://cpc.farnell.com) · 2026-11-07 ## Offerings - **Problem solved:** Helps customers source electrical, electronic, technical and related products, find suitable products, place orders, obtain technical assistance and manage business purchasing. Source: Brand's website (https://cpc.farnell.com) · 2026-11-07 - **Core capabilities:** - Distribution of electrical, electronics and related products - Product sourcing across technology, electronics, components, AV, tools, maker and other categories - Technical support for customers and account holders - Trade accounts and credit facilities - Volume discounts and negotiated quotations for bulk or large orders - Returns support and customer service - Sales counter and collection services Source: Brand's website (https://cpc.farnell.com) · 2026-11-07 - **Products / SKUs:** - Audio visual products - Cables, leads and connectors - Computing and office products - Maker and circuit development products - Electrical and lighting products - Electronic and electrical components - Home, leisure and motoring products - Security and CCTV products Source: Brand's website (https://cpc.farnell.com) · 2026-11-07 - **Pricing:** CPC offers weekly deals, bargain products, volume discounts and negotiated quotations for bulk or particularly large orders. Specific pricing is not stated generally. Source: Brand's website (https://cpc.farnell.com) · 2026-11-07 ## Audience - **Target industry:** Electrical, electronics, technology, audio visual, engineering, trade, installation, maintenance, education and maker markets. Source: Brand's website (https://cpc.farnell.com) · 2026-11-07 - **Customer base:** Businesses, trade professionals, tradespeople, installers, consumers, DIYers, Makers and educators. Source: Brand's website (https://cpc.farnell.com) · 2026-11-07 - **Ideal customer profile:** Businesses, tradespeople, installers, trade professionals and technical buyers seeking electrical, electronic, technical, tools, AV or related products, especially for bulk purchases or ongoing business procurement. Source: Brand's website (https://cpc.farnell.com) · 2026-11-07 - **Use cases:** - Sourcing electrical and electronic components - Buying tools, maintenance supplies and test equipment - Audio visual and professional sound and lighting projects - Computing, cabling and connectivity requirements - Maker, education and circuit-development projects - Security and CCTV installations - Electrical installation and maintenance - Bulk purchasing and business procurement Source: Brand's website (https://cpc.farnell.com) · 2026-11-07 - **Customer outcomes:** - Access to a broad range of electrical, electronics and related products - Product availability from stock at the Preston Distribution Centre - Support in finding the right product - Access to trade promotions and credit facilities through a business account - Potential savings through volume discounts and negotiated quotations - Technical assistance for product-related queries - Local sales counter and collection options Source: Brand's website (https://cpc.farnell.com) · 2026-11-07 Page last updated 2026-11-07. ## Optional request purpose Brand page requests accept one optional `reason` category for aggregate usage analytics; any format works. 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