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Maplin Electrical is one of the UK's leading Electrical retailers, offering the most competitive choice of mainly branded, quality products at consistently the lowest prices in the local market. The core range of Maplin products include TV, video, audio, Cooking, MDA, Small domestic appliances, Communications, Multimedia, Electronics and New technology accessories. Maplin Stores are unrelated to the Dixons Stores Group — which includes Dixons, Currys, PC World and The Link.

At the Maplin Electrical shop you'll find all manner of Electrical products, discounts and best-ever prices. From the incredible Maplin range of HDTV televisions to Maplin washing machines, widescreen TV's, vacuum cleaners, Maplin computers and accessories … and much more. Below is just a tiny selection of what you'll find at Maplin Online, UK:

Maplin Home Page 40-Piece Socket Set ( 40pc Socket Set )LED Covers ( 3mm Cliplite Clear )Black Softskin Keyboard Gel Wrist Rest ( Black Wrist Rest )Cassette Player Drive Belts ( Drive Belt 66mm )500GB CnM Portable External Hard Drive ( 500GB CNM Portable )External Solar / Wireless Bellbox ( Solar Bellbox )Comfort Zone Hygro Thermometer ( Wired Thermo Hygro )Interlocking Cushioned Floor Mats ( Cushion Floor )Heatsink for TO126(SOT32) & TO220 ( Htsk TO220 37.5mm )Ferrite Rings ( Ferrite HEM3016 x 1 )0.1 Inch Series Right-Angled PCB Header Plugs ( RA Lch PCB Plg 2Belkin 4-Way 2m Surge Protector with Telecoms ( Belkin 4W2M Tel 3 Pin Cable Splitter ( 3 Pin Y Splitter )SE Series Low Profile Radial Electrolytic Capacitors ( GenElect USB Gender Changers ( USB A(F)-B(F) Adp )Screw for Cable Plates x 50 ( Screw - Cable Plates )Box Joint Long Nose Pliers ( 3in Long Nose Plier )Cassette Head Cleanerand Demagnetiser ( Cassette Cln + Demag )6 & 7 Section Telescopic Aerials ( 7-Section Antenna )950W XPower GTX Extreme ATX PSU ( 950W Xpower Extreme )20mm Panel Mount Fuseholder ( 20mm Fuseholder )Metal Phono Plug ( Metal Phono Plug Red )Label Remover ( Label Remover Spray )DVI-D to HDMI Gender Changer ( DVI-D(F)-HDMI(M) Adp )10mm Knob ( 10mm Collet 4 Knob )8mm 12V Panel Mount LEDs with Chrome Bezels ( 12V Orn Chrm Pan LMini Spiral Energy-Saving Bulbs ( 7W E27 Mini Bulb )14-Inch Widescreen TFT Monitor ( 14in WS Monitor )CMOS Logic, HCF/HEF 4000 Series ( 4073 )Miniature 250mA ( 250mA Tr 12V )

Sub-miniature Fully Enclosed Carbon Preset Potentiometers ( Hor Encl Preset 250k ), at Maplin
A new range of sub-miniature horizontal and vertical mounting linear track presets fully enclosed in a flame retardant plastic housing. The insulated slider can be adjusted from either side by a tool with a blade 1 to 2.3mm wide. Power rating 0..15W at 40°C. Tolerance ±20% (±30% 2.2MΩ and 4.7MΩ). Enclosure is dust and splash proof. Dimensions 10 x 10.3 x 4.5mm. Vertical type fits flush to PCB (12.1mm overall height from PCB) horizontal type sits 1.5mm proud of PCB (6mm overall height from PCB). Pins require 1.3mm dia. PCB holes. Pin length 4.5mm.The following values are available in horizontal types:50Ω 100Ω 220Ω 250Ω 500Ω 1k 2k5 5k 10k 25k 50k 100k 250k 500k 1M 2M5 5M.The following values are available in vertical types:50Ω 100Ω 250Ω 500Ω 1k 2k5 5k 10k 25k 50k 100k 250k 500k 1M 2M5 5M.

Aa Alkaline Batteries ( Maplin Aa 4-pack ), at Maplins
· Complete range of AA alkaline batteries

Oem 3.5in Sata Ii Hard Drives ( Oem Sata 320gb ), at Maplin
· The next generation PC storage interface· 5400rpm or 7200rpm· 8MB cache or more Next generation SATA interface provide optimum performance these OEM 3.5" SATA Hard Drives are ideal for home as well as business computing needs.

Hp No.22 Tri-colour Ink Cartridge ( Hp No22 Tricolour ), at Maplins
· HP No.22 Tri-Colour Inkjet Print Cartridge (C9352AE)· Capacity: 5ml· Page Yield: 165 Compatible Printers -Deskjet Printers: 3920/3930/3940 D1311/D1320/D1330/D1341/D1360 D1420/D1430/D1445/D1455/D1460/ D1468/D1470/D1560 D2320/D2330/D2345/D2360 D2430/D2445/D2460 F2180 AiO/F2187 AiO F2275 AiO/ F2280 AiO/ F2290 AiOBusiness Inkjet Printers: Officejet 4315 AiO/4355 AiO 5605 AiO/5607 AiO/5610 AiO/5615 AiO J3508 AiO/ J3608 AiO/J3640 AiO/J3650 AiO/J3680 AiO J5508 AiO/J5520 AiOAll-in-One Printers: PSC 1402/1410/1415/1417

Metal Body Dpdt ( Key Switch ), at Maplin
A DPDT rotary switch operated with a flat key.Ideal for burglar alarms and all security applications. The key may be withdrawn in either position.Two keys provided with each lock. Random supply of 200 different lock numbers. Panel cut-out 19.9mm (3/4in.).

Heat-shrinkable Sleeving ( 2.5mm Heatshrink 1m ), at Maplin
Heat-shrinkable tube with excellent flame-retardant flexibility and insulation properties. It is suitable for the electrical insulation and bonding of cables and connectors and for corrosion-proofing of metallic rods tubes and aerials. Made from chemical cross-linked (by irradiation) thermally stabilized flame retarded polyolefin.Standards: UL224 VW-1 C-UL CSA C22.2 OFTOperating Temperature: -55°C~125°C Shrinking Temperature: Start at 70°C and shrunk totally at 115°C Shrink Ratio: 2:1

Illuminated Push-to-make Switch ( Grn Il Mom Psh Swtch ), at Maplins
· Attractive illuminated push-to-make switch with a large round button in a square bezel· Available with red green or blue buttons in a black bezel Attractive illuminated push to make switch with a large round button in a square bezel. Available with red green or blue buttons in a black bezel.

Nvidia® Geforce Gtx260 896mb Pci-e Graphics Card ( Geforce Gtx260 896mb ), at Maplin
· Essential for accelerating the Microsoft® Windows Vista experience· Full Microsoft DirectX 10 Shader Model 4.0 support· Unparalleled levels of graphics realism and film-quality effects· NVIDIA® PhysX™ Technology is a powerful physics engine which enables real-time physics in leading edge games· Play the latest DX10 games and watch high definition movies on your PC· Features NVIDIA PhysX™ technology· PCI-Express 2.0 interface· Maximum resolution: 2560 x 1600 · Nvidia® SLI™ technology allowing two graphics cards to run in parallel dramatically increasing performance · 128-bit floating point High Dynamic-Range (HDR) for realistic lighting effects· New Nvidia® Lumenex™ engine· Built for Microsoft® Windows Vista Place yourself in the centre of the action and experience true DirectX 10 gaming cinema in extreme HD (2560 x 1600) resolutions - all enabled by GeForce® GTX260 GPUs'' second generation unified architecture NVIDIA SLI® Technology and top notch DirectX 10 support.Needs minimum 400W or greater system power supply (with 12V current rating of 25A)

Solar Power Station 12v Lighting Kit ( Solarlightkit ), at Maplin
· A simple and effective way to add 2 x 60W equivalent 12V lights onto any Solar Power Station· Easy plug in system· Includes bulbs bulb holders cable wall switch The SPS 12V Lighting Kit is an ideal way to provide mains quality lighting to a building. It quickly connects directly to the battery box supplied with all Solar Power Station kits and operates on energy efficient 12V hence uses minimal energy (22W per hour).

Extra Flexible Wire ( Extra Flex Red ), at Maplin
A very flexible wire ideal for test leads and as inter-connection wires which are frequently being moved.

330kω To 910kω Metal Film 0.6w Resistors ( Min Res 470k ), at Maplin
· Universal resistor with a superb specification· Can be used as a superior replacement wherever carbon film 1/4W 1/3W or 1/2W are specified since it''s size is the same as 1/4W types· Can be run continuously at 0.6W with ambient temperatures up to 70° thanks to the highly even thermal characteristics of the ceramic substrate· Superior replacement to most metal oxide and thick film resistors due to its very tight tolerance ±1% and its low temperature coefficient only 50ppm · Working voltage max: 250V· Tolerance: 1%· Power rating: 0·6W at 70°C· Temperature coefficient: 50ppm/°C· Noise level: Typically 0.01 V/V· Dimensions of body: 6·5 (l) x 2·5(dia)mm The values of resistors on this page are between 330KΩ and 910KΩ. The chart below shows the entire extended range of values we have available. To order values not on this page simply select the values you want from menu on the left hand side of this page

High Quality Ofc Loudspeaker Connection Cable ( Ox Free S12 ), at Maplins
An exceptionally high quality speaker connection wire. Each cable contains hundreds of extremely thin single strands to improve electron flow at high frequencies. Each cable has a larger than normal overall diameter for absolute minimum impedance thus ensuring good response at bass frequencies. The strands are made from 100% Oxygen Free Copper (OFC) for maximum sound purity. The extra-flexible transparent figure-of-8 sheathing has one side marked with '+’ symbols for polarity identification. Available in two versions: Type S12 and Type S10.

3.5mm Stereo Plug To Plug Lead ( Ster 3.5 Jk Ld 1.5m ), at Maplin
· Nickel plated connectors· Fully screened cable· Durable PVC Jacket· Cable strain relief to protect the cable· Available in 3 lengths 1.5m 3m and 5m 3.5mm stereo plug to 3.5mm stereo plug (as used by most portable audio devices) with screened audio cable available in three lengths.

Ddr 333mhz Pc2700 Memory Modules ( Pc2700 512mb Ddr ), at Maplin
· 184-pin DDR DRAM modules· 333MHz PC2700 memory· Effectively doubles the memory bandwidth compared to conventional DRAM Adding RAM is one of the most cost effective and simplest ways to increase your computer’s performance.

10ω To 30ω Metal Film 0.6w Resistors ( Min Res 15r ), at Maplins
· Universal resistor with a superb specification· Can be used as a superior replacement wherever carbon film 1/4W 1/3W or 1/2W are specified since it''s size is the same as 1/4W types· Can be run continuously at 0.6W with ambient temperatures up to 70° thanks to the highly even thermal characteristics of the ceramic substrate· Superior replacement to most metal oxide and thick film resistors due to its very tight tolerance ±1% and its low temperature coefficient only 50ppm · Working voltage max: 250V· Tolerance: 1%· Power rating: 0·6W at 70°C· Temperature coefficient: 50ppm/°C· Noise level: Typically 0.01 V/V· Dimensions of body: 6·5 (l) x 2·5(dia.)mm The values of resistors on this page are between 10Ω and 30Ω. The chart below shows the entire extended range of values we have available. To order values not on this page simply select the values you want from menu on the left hand side of this page

Low-energy Micro Spiral Bulbs ( 20w Bc Micro Spiral ), at Maplins
· Reduce your electricity bill with these low energy spiral bulbs· Uses 80% less energy than standard bulbs· Lasts 5 times longer· Up to 8000 hours'' lamp life· 4200K temperature finish · Ideal for home and office A high-output low-energy mini light bulb for use in open fittings available in four different power ratings and can be used as a direct replacement for ordinary bulbs. These come in a standard bayonet cap (BC) or edison screw (ES) fitting. Also available is a 9W version in small edison screw (SES) avaiable alos.· Dimensions: 102(h) x 38 (dia) mmNot suitable for use with dimmers.

Wireless Converter Magnetic Contact 15101x ( Wireless Mag Contact ), at Maplin
· Magnetic switch detects the opening of doors and windows· Reliable and versatile· Tamper protection· Quick and easy to install· Modern contemporary design· Battery life approx three years This Wireless Magnetic Contact can only be used in conjunction with the Converter Kit (Order Code N54CL) to provide additional zone protection.

Mcc Tubular R10 Bulb ( R10 Mcc 12v 340ma ), at Maplins
A range of voltages are available with the Ba9s (MCC) base size 10 x 27.5mm.

60 Disc Cd Hardcase Wallet ( 60 Cd Travel Case ), at Maplin
· Briefcase design for easy transportation of CD DVDs and games· Tough and durable hard case· Soft inner padding A smart stylish storage wallet with a tough outer shell and soft inner padding to protect up to 60 CDs DVDs and games from scratches and damage when in transport. It is supplied complete with a briefcase style handle that can be easily gripped and a strong catch to prevent the contents from spilling out. Ideal for use at home in the car office or when travelling on holiday or on business.

Hc Cmos Logic, 74hcxxx ( 74 Hc 123 N ), at Maplins
· HC (High-speed CMOS) offers low power and high-noise immunity of CMOS at the speed and performance of low-power Schottky HC (High Speed CMOS) offers low power and high noise immunity of CMOS at the speed and performance of Low Power Schottky.

Energy Saving Halogen Candle Bulbs Twin Pack ( Hal Can 28w Ses ), at Maplin
· Reduce running costs by 30%· Equivalent output to a range of GLS bulbs· Looks like a standard Candle· Instant light· Clear finish· 2 years'' average lamp life ( Based on 3 hours'' use / day)· Dimmable unlike CFLs· Supplied in a twin pack

Lithium Coin Cell Batteries ( Cr2025 ), at Maplins
· Lithium manganese cells with a nominal voltage of 3V· For use where very low quiescent currents need to be maintained for very long periods with only occasional demands for high current drain Lithium manganese cells all having a nominal voltage of 3V. Suitable for use where very low quiescent currents need to be maintained for very long periods with only occasional demands for high current drain.

Wireless Converter Kit ( Wirelss Convertorkit ), at Maplin
· Can connect to any hard wire control panel· Suitable for upgrading and expanding a wired system· System anti tamper protection· Accepts up to 4 different detector zones· All detectors are low battery supervised· Easy to install with no mess This wireless converter kit consists of a wireless PIR magnetic contact receiver box and remote control. The kit enables you to integrate wireless detectors to an existing alarm system. The receiver incorporates 4 zones but there are no limits to the number of detectors that can be used. Ideal for adding sensors to unprotected areas of your property.

Fake Car Alarm Kit ( Fake Car Alarm ), at Maplins
· Protect your car with this simple to build project· The circuit flashes an LED using very low average power· Will run off 5V-18V

80w Solar Panel Kit ( 80w Solar Panel Kit ), at Maplin
· High efficiency crystalline cell for all weather charging · Perfect for TV operation 240V appliances and for permanent fitting· Water-resistant robust construction for outdoor use· 20 year cell warranty and 10 year module warranty The 80W panel provides much higher power demands and includes bypass diodes to minimise the effect of shadows. It delivers maximum power in the smallest module size saving weight and space. It is supplied with an 8A charge controller all the necessary cable (5m) connectors and detailed installation instructions. *Please note: An invertor is required to power or charge 240Vac appliances - not included.

Gold Plated Binding Posts ( Single Binding Post ), at Maplins
A pair of speaker connection posts available for either standard (FR66W) or bi-wiring (FR67X) techniques. Both versions use gold plated binding posts mounted on plastic recessed mounting plates. The posts will accept connections made via 4mm banana plugs spade terminals or bare wire to a diameter of up to 5mm. The bi-wiring version has 4 posts connected by two sets of gold plated jumpers.Standard Plate:

Robot Builder’s Bonanza 3rd Edition ( Robot Builders Bnnza ), at Maplin
· A fully illustrated robotics bible· Projects vary in complexity: everyone from novices to advanced hobbyists will find something of interest· Includes 30 new projects Everybody’s favourite amateur robotics book is bolder and better than ever - and now features the field’s 'grand master’ Myke Predko as the new author. McComb and Predko bring their expertise to this fully-illustrated robotics 'bible’" to enhance the already incomparable content on how to build - and have a wealth of fun - with robots. This latest edition includes a revamp to the old projects to make them more customisable and improved visual content - illustrations of the final product are right at the beginning of the chapter. For a full table of contents please visit the Maplin website.

Ddr 333mhz Pc2700 Memory Modules ( Pc2700 512mb Ddr ), at Maplin
· 184-pin DDR DRAM modules· 333MHz PC2700 memory· Effectively doubles the memory bandwidth compared to conventional DRAM Adding RAM is one of the most cost effective and simplest ways to increase your computer’s performance.

Roll-up Piano ( Roll-up Piano ), at Maplins
· An amazing 49-key 4-octave flexible piano!· Folds up from 84cm in length fully extended to just 25 x 19 x 6cm in supplied carry case· Features 100 different instruments and 100 background rhythms with fill-in effects· Vibrato and sustain effects· Powered by 4 x AA batteries or a DC 6 V 300mA power supply (both sold separately)· 10 demo songs· Headphone socket and volume control on side of control panel

In-car 2.4ghz Wireless Reversing Camera With Colour Screen ( W/less Reversing Cam ), at Maplin
· Park your car safely and easily using wireless camera technology· 2.4-inch screen mounted colour monitor· Monitor is powered from the cigarette lighter socket (DC 12V only)· Camera connects to the reversing light and automatically transmits when reverse gear is selected· Camera has a wide 110° horizontal and 80° vertical viewing angle· Complete with adaptor plates to fit to the majority of number plates· Ideal if you are towing a caravan or trailer· Kit contains all fixings and attachments required for easy self-installation We have all at some point struggled with reversing into a tight spot or sometimes gone that little too far. Well now with this ingenoius device you can actually see what is behind you and prevent those nasty shocks when we inadvertently hit an obstacle. Simple connection of the camera and monitor can give you that third eye facility as the camera transmits to the small colour screen when you select reverse gear offering the drive a means to safe and effective parking.

Maplin UK is the UK's largest electrical retailer, providing an extensive range of TVs, hi-fi's, cookers, fridges, washing machines, televisions, microwaves and vacuum cleaners. Maplin also sell a wide selection of PCs and communications products. Maplin Electrical superstores showcase the latest products to meet every household electrical need, the online store offers a comprehensive range with digital TV, VCR, DVD, camera and camcorder areas.