Trusted component brokerage since 1997
SWJ are component brokers based in the Algarve, Portugal. Established in 1997 in Ireland, we have gained considerable expertise in trading various electronic components such as ICs, CPUs, Flash Memory, Capacitors, Transistors, Connectors, Diodes, Sensors, Wireless Modules, LEDs, FPGAs, LCDs and Inductors.
CEO and co-founder Helene McCarthy and her team are passionate about the industry. We work closely with sellers and buyers worldwide, creating the best possible outcome for all parties and building trusted long-term relationships.
28+
Years in the industry
12
Key component categories
100%
Shipping costs covered when we buy
Our promise
Transparent partnerships
Collaborative relationships that prioritise openness and long-term reliability for every engagement.
Proactive stock care
Hands-on stock management and fast feedback loops that keep excess inventory generating value.
Responsible sourcing
Ethical procurement that extends product lifecycles and reduces unnecessary waste across the supply chain.
We buy excess stock and source hard to find components
We offer a proactive on-site service or remotely via detailed lists and photos. Our team orchestrates every step — cataloguing stock, pricing (lot or individual), negotiating sales and coordinating logistics — from collection to delivery.
- On-site sorting, listing and pricing of excess stock in any volume, anywhere in Europe
- All shipping is arranged by SWJ, providing a frictionless experience.
- Utilising our industry experience, we are able to provide a specialised service of sourcing hard to find or obsolete parts. All our suppliers are reputable and certified, so we can guarantee original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts.
Why choose SWJ
We combine market intelligence with a personal, hands-on approach, thereby offering our customers excellent returns on excess stock. We strive to provide a streamlined service and a prompt turnaround for shipping and payment.
Excess stock solutions
We buy excess components in any volume with on-site or remote support, helping you reclaim warehouse space and unlock capital.
Sustainable lifecycle management
By giving end-of-use products a second life, we minimise waste and reduce the likelihood of components ending up in landfill.
Sourcing hard-to-find parts
Leveraging nearly three decades of partnerships to locate obsolete or hard-to-source components for urgent requirements.
Let's work together
For enquiries, valuations, or sourcing requests, connect with our team and we'll follow up with next steps within one business day.