Reboot 2024 – We're back in Huaqiangbei

Build Hardware Where Hardware Lives

Join 100+ founders prototyping and shipping products from the heart of Shenzhen's electronics ecosystem. Labs, community, and supply chain access – all in one place.

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Everything you need to build

From first prototype to production-ready. All labs included in your membership.

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Machining Workshop

CNC, laser cutting, and precision tools for mechanical prototyping. Build enclosures, custom parts, and production-grade housings.

Electronics Lab

Oscilloscopes, soldering stations, component library, and PCB prototyping. Debug, test, and iterate your circuits.

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3D Printing Bay

Multiple FDM and resin printers for rapid iteration. Print overnight, test in the morning.

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Mini Assembly Line

Practice your production workflow before committing to factory runs. Catch issues early.

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Supply Chain Access

Warm intros to vetted factories, component suppliers, and logistics partners. Skip the cold outreach.

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Engineering Support

Stuck? Get help from experienced hardware engineers who've shipped products from Shenzhen.

TroubleMaker Shenzhen space

Right in the heart of Huaqiangbei

We're located directly above one of the SEG electronics market buildings. Need a component? Take the elevator down. Need 10,000 of them? Walk 5 minutes.

World's largest electronics market at your doorstep
Direct metro access (Huaqiang Road Station)
Surrounded by PCB houses, assembly shops, and mold makers
20 min to Shenzhen Bao'an Airport

From idea to shipped product

"I came here with nothing but an idea. I found TroubleMaker in August, and I started with 3D modeling. Now I have a working prototype."

Kevin Normann
Kevin Normann
71 years old · USA

"I planned to stay here for 3 weeks, which ended up being 6 months. I saw more opportunity here than anywhere else."

DH
David Hemming
31 years old · USA

"Hardware startups come and apply for HAX. If they are not selected, but you still want to do it, we welcome everyone."

Henk Werner
Henk Werner
CEO, TroubleMaker

One membership. Everything included.

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