Bourns, Inc., founded in 1947 by Marlan and Rosemary Bourns and headquartered in Riverside, California, is a leading manufacturer of electronic components that support circuit protection, power management, sensing, and signal conditioning. With a long history of innovation — including the invention of the first miniature precision potentiometer — Bourns has become a trusted supplier to markets such as automotive, industrial, consumer electronics, telecommunications, medical devices, and renewable energy.

The company’s broad product portfolio includes circuit protection devices such as resettable fuses, TVS diodes, and surge protection components, as well as position and speed sensors, magnetic products, resistive components, and power management solutions. Its offerings are designed to improve the safety, reliability, and performance of electronic systems, whether in high-volume consumer products or mission-critical industrial and automotive applications.

Bourns is particularly active in the automotive sector, providing components that support electrification, advanced driver-assistance systems, and in-vehicle networking. Its sensors and circuit protection devices help ensure system integrity in harsh environments and across extended lifetimes. In industrial and energy applications, Bourns components are used in automation, power conversion, and protection for renewable energy infrastructure.

The company operates globally, with engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. This worldwide footprint allows Bourns to provide responsive support and supply chain flexibility for customers in every major electronics market.

Bourns also invests heavily in R&D, driving advancements in materials, packaging, and miniaturisation to meet the needs of next-generation designs. Its focus on quality and customer collaboration has made it a long-term partner for OEMs and design engineers seeking reliable component solutions.

Today, Bourns continues to build on its legacy of innovation by delivering products that enable safer, more efficient, and more sustainable electronics for a rapidly evolving world.