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Heavy Duty Epicyclic Motorgearboxes ( 5:1 Planetry Gearbox ), at Maplin
These robust modules boast a powerful high quality five pole motor with sintered bronze bearings and an integrated all-metal gearbox with bronze output bearings. The gearbox is epicyclic planetry which is smaller and more efficient than other types allowing the use of smaller motors and weighs less. The output shaft is cental and 6mm in diameter.

A3 Laminating Pouches 25 Pack ( A3 Lam Pouches 25Pk ), at Maplin
· 160 microns pouch· Wipe clean and durable with child-safe rounded corners · Ideal for home or office - presentations photos computer prints paper cuttings business cards labels posters

1m USB 2.0 A to B Lead ( Value USB 1m ), at Maplins
· Standard type USB leads found on the majority of desktop equipment· USB 2.0 specification will also work with USB 1.1 and 1.0 devices· Suitable for speeds up to 480Mbps· Fully shielded for error-free connections These leads are the most common type of connection for modern PC connections. They connect a wide range of different devices including printers and keyboards. With USB 2.0 data speeds up to 480Mbps the leads are designed to allow full speed connections with error-free transmission. They will also work with older USB 1.1 and 1.0 equipment guaranteeing the maximum performance of any USB device regardless of the of the type.

Superbright Low Power LED Christmas Lights ( 40 Static LED MC ), at Maplin
· A range of high quality decorative LED Christmas lights· Available in a range of colours and sizes· Low energy LED lighting· LED Bulbs never need replacing· Both indoor and outdoor versions· Multifunction and static options· Almost no heat emission Available in a wide range of variations to suit your needs these LED christmas lights offer superbright vivid colours at very low power consumptions ideal for keeping the electricity bill down over the festive season Our multifunction units are all suitable for outdoor use and feature a range of flashing modes easy selectable from the control box provided.

High Output Pond Fogger ( 20mm Membrane & Key ), at Maplin
· Creates cool lingering mist on the surface of your pond· 5 fog-generating elements· No heat or chemicals used· Built-in safety features· High frequency ceramic membranes vibrate water into dense mist· Includes optional floating buoy Add extra interest to garden water features with this advanced high volume mist-producing device. Simply immerse it 63-85mm below the surface of the water and using its five high-frequency generators it creates a cool low-lying mist that clings to the surface of the water. The devices housing is solid nickel-plated brass and it operates at a safe low voltage from the supplied mains transformer. The five membranes are subject to wear their lifespan depends on a number of factors including water hardness operating time etc. Single replacement ceramic membranes are available in a kit with a special removal key Order Code L41AK. The mains transformer is environmentally sealed to IP44 and the Pond Fogger is supplied with 10m of cable. A special buoy that floats the Pond Fogger keeping it at the correct depth in the water is also included in the kit as an optional means of installation.

Roof Rack Kit with 4m Cable ( Roof Bar Mnt & 4mCab ), at Maplin
· Stainless Steel· RG58 cable · SO239 socket· Fitting PL259· Mast size up to 1 inch

Oval 2-Core 3A Mains Cable 2192Y ( 2-Core 3A Flat White ), at Maplins
· To BS6500 1990 Table 15· 2-core mains cable with double insulation· Suitable for low power use lighting etc · Stranded core 2 x 160.2mm copper conductors· Brown and blue PVC sheath This product is sold in units of 1 metre up to a maximum length in 1 piece of 100 metres. Orders placed for a quantity of 100 units or multiples of 100 units will be supplied on a reel otherwise the cable will be supplied cut to length. To place an order for this product order the Maplin order code multiplied by the total number of units you require.

320GB Western Digital My Passport™ Essential™ ( 320GB Passport Essen ), at Maplins
· WDs smallest portable drive ever WD is an expert in portable storage so they designed a smaller high-quality integrated USB hard drive inside a stylish package. · See your backup as it happens Seeing is believing. Visual backup displays your content in categories and shows the progress of your backup.· Protect your data automatically Relax. Your data is secure. Automatic continuous backup will instantly make a second copy whenever you add or change a file.· Bring back lost files effortlessly Retrieve your valuable data to its original location whether youve lost all your data or just overwritten an important file.· Take control Customize your backup set drive security run diagnostics manage the power settings and more from the WD SmartWare control center.· Drive lock Gain peace of mind knowing that your data is protected from unauthorized access or theft with password protection and military-grade 256-bit based encryption.· USB 2.0 powered - Powered directly from the USB port on your PC. No separate power supply is needed ContentsUltra-portable hard driveWD SmartWare softwareUSB cableQuick Install GuideSee your life safe in one place with WDs ultra-portable My Passport Essential USB drive. WD SmartWare software automatically and continuously backs up your data gives you a visual display of your backup as it happens and helps you easily restore files. The drive also features password protection and hardware-based encryption.

Grey IDC 0.05in Pitch ( Flat IDC Cable 16way ), at Maplins
To UL2651.Flat cable for the 0.05in pitch IDC connectors in the Connectors Section of this catalogue available in 16 and 40 way. The grey insulation has a red identifying strip along one edge. .

Gold-Plated Phono Socket ( Gold Phono Skt White ), at Maplins
A chassis mounting phono socket with gold-plated contact surfaces for ultimate reliability. Available with colour-coded insulator in red black white and yellow. Requires single 6.3mm diameter mounting hole.

PCI Express Power Converter ( LP4to 6PIn PCI Exp ), at Maplin
· This adaptor cable converts your existing power supplys LP4 connector into a 6 Pin power connector · For use with PCI-Express video cards Eliminates the need to purchase an expensive power supply with a 6 Pin power connector required by PCI-Express video cards

Polypropolene Film and Foil Capacitors ( 220pF 630V Polyprop ), at Maplin
· Pulse duty construction· Close tolerances up to andplusmn2.5· Very low dissipation factor· Negative capacitance change versus temperature· Very low dielectric absorption· RoHS compliant 200295EC Ideal for high frequency applications such as sample and hold timing LC-filtering oscillating and audio equipment

MiLi® Power Crystal ( MiLi PowerCrystalBlk ), at Maplins
· External battery for iPhone iPod mobile phones and other digital products· Will charge and provide extra power for your high tech devices· Small portable easy to use with a high 2000mAh battery capacity· Charges via USB cable included· 4 LED power indicators to see how much power is left· Includes 6 tips Supplied with a USB multi lead and the following tipsiPod iPhone Apple approvedSamsung G seriesMini USBMicro USBLG tipSmall Nokia

Double Sided Paper Tape ( Double Sided Tape ), at Maplin
A double sided adhesive tissue tape suitable for general pupose craft applications such as sticking photos into albums etc. It is suppplied on a 15mm x 10m roll.

150W Multi-Voltage Laptop Power Supply with USB ( B Grade150WLaptopPSU ), at Maplin
· Universal 150 watt laptop power adaptor with integrated USB charging function · Smart voltage selection function voltages that can be selected are DC 12 15 16 18 19 20 22 24V· Supplied complete with mains lead and 9 popular power tips· 6.25 amp to 7.5 amp current dependent on voltage setting· Stabilised output low ripple and low interference with low noise fan cooling· Universal input voltage for use all over the world with suitable travel adaptors Due to the wide variety in brands and models and the frequent release of new laptop models it is very likely that this power supply will work with your laptop but please check if the plug type and power rating fits your laptops requirements.

Energy Saving Softlight Bulb ( 11W Softlight E27 LE ), at Maplin
· Ideal for home and office· Uses 80 less energy· Reduces your electricity bill· Lasts 5 times longer· Up to 5000 hours lamp life An 11W low energy bulb with an ES base fitting which emits a soft white light and will fit most existing fittings. It is equivalent to a 60W standard bulb and can be used as a direct replacement for these.Not suitable for use with dimmers.

Minor CB Radio ( Minor CB Radio ), at Maplin
· 40 UK channels· Output power 4 watts· LED readout· Robust lightweight microphone· Small compact design It is now no longer necessary to hold a Wireless Telegraphy WT Act licence in order to operate Citizens Band Radio equipment providing that the equipment is operated in accordance with the WT Exemption Amendment Regulations 2006.

PVC Insulation Tape ( 33m GRN/Ylw PVC Tape ), at Maplin
· 19mm tape width· Available in 4.5m 20m or 33m length· Available in 9 colours A range of strong flame retardant PVC tape suitable for general electrical insulation work which is certified to BS3924. Its low cost makes this tape ideal for tagging and colour coding as well as insulating cables.The tapes all have a width of 19mm and are available in 9 colours and 3 lengths.

0.5W Zener Diodes ( BZX79C 7V5 ), at Maplin
A range of small Zener diodes from the BZX79C series.

Mini 10-Socket Surge Protected Tower ( 10W mini Surge Tower ), at Maplins
· Extend your connectivity by ten times· 10 sockets from 1 mains outlet on a 2m cable· Protect against mains voltage surges and spikes· Includes surge protection indicator

Amazing 36+ Educational Experiments Science Lab ( 36 Science Expermnts ), at Maplin
· More than 36 exciting electronics experiments - a hands-on approach to learning electronics· Provides a creative way to teach children realistic concepts of electronics and electricity· Suitable for ages 8· Requires 2 x AA batteries sold separately - Order Code L43AL Examples of some of the experiments includedChanging the seven-segment display with a magnetronFlashing digit "2" and rooster soundFlashing digit "8" and cuckoo soundMagnet controlled bellWater level LED alarmLight intensity indicatorTouch controlled LED light

Laptop Numerical Cable Lock ( Numerical Cable lock ), at Maplin
· Secure your laptop quickly and easily· 4 digit combination lock· Suitable for most brands of laptop that accept a Kensington fitting· Extra strong vinyl-coated steel cable· 1.8m long with clinch loop

Two-Tone Mini-Siren ( Two-Tone Mini Siren ), at Maplins
An extremely loud two-tone piezo-electric siren mounted in a sturdy cream plastic case. The electronics which drive the piezo element and give the siren its characteristic sound are contained within the unit on a PCB and the overall frequency range can be varied by means of a preset on this board. Two links A and B are also present which if bridged with solder determine the mode of operation see table. The board is accessible by removing the bottom mounting plate secured by four screws from the main body.Operating ModesBoth links open Single tone operationLink A bridged Pulsed high toneLink B bridged Two-tone as suppliedBoth links bridged Pulsed low tone

High Thermal Conductivity Heatsink Compound ( Hsink Compound 25g ), at Maplin
Features· High thermal conductivity· Excellent contact material when mounting semiconductor devices onto heatsinks· Low moisture and metallic impurity content· Suitable for a wide variety of applications· Operational from -50 C to 200 C· Supplied in a handy 25g tube

2.1mm DC Socket ( Plas 2.1 Chas Skt ), at Maplin
A plastic-bodied 2.1mm DC power socket with break contact. Suits 2.1 X 5.5mm DC plugs. Fixing centres 15.5mm hole diameter 2.5mm.

PX804C Epoxy Resin ( PX804C Epoxy 1Kg ), at Maplin
· A good alternative to PX700K· High electrical insulating characteristics· Non-toxic· Good thermal conductivity· Low shrinkage· High adhesion· Flame retardant to UL94-V0 3mm· Good chemical and water resistance· Meets the requirements of WEEE and RoHS This epoxy resin PX804C potting compound is a non-toxic general purpose flame retardant potting and encapsulating compound it is a safer alternativve to the popular PX700 and can be used for the same applications.PX804C has a long usable life and may be hot or cold cured. The system exhibits good surface finish high electrical strength good thermal conductivity low exotherm and low cure shrinkage. The semi-flexible nature allows thermal expansion without cured stress and this makes PX804C compatible with most circuit board components and materials over a wide temperature range. Adhesion is excellent to most plastics and substrates. The combination of properties and the ease of use of the material will lend itself to a wide range of applications. PX804C does not contain halogens or heavy metals and is available in 50g 250g 500g and 1Kg form. The finish colour is black.

In-Line Remote for iPod and iPod shuffle 3G ( Shuffle Inline Remot ), at Maplin
· The In-Line Remote provides convenient control of your iPod and can be used together with your favourite earphones· Fingertip controls for iPod volume levelplaypusefast forwardrewind and voiceover feature

Water Alarm Kit ( Water Alarm Kit ), at Maplins
· Simple to construct and great if you get bored watching the bath fill· An audible signal is produced when the bottom of the circuit comes into contact with water· Requires 9V PP3 battery Order Code L46AL

Standard Golf Ball Bulbs ( 40W Golf Clr ES ), at Maplin
· Ideal for use in table lamps chandeliers and other lighting effects where the bulb may be visible· Available in 25W 40W and 60W power ratings· Supplied in either opal or clear versions· Available in BC SBC ES and SES base fittings

Skull Candy HESH Headphones ( SC-HESH Headphones ), at Maplin
· Studio-quality sound · Features the biggest power drivers you can get 50mm· Soft leather touch earpads and sound boosting parabolic ear-cups · In-line volume control and a leather headwrap for additional comfort

Indoor FM Aerials ( Universal FM Aerial ), at Maplin
· An ideal and unobtrusive way to pick up FM signals in the house· T formation cable to increase reception· Flat-twin ribbon cable - 300andOmega impedance· 2 metre down lead A universal FM radio ribbon aerial for improved FM radio signal reception.

B Grade Portable Mobile MPEG4 DVR With TFT ( B Grade Micro DVR ), at Maplin
· Built-in 2 inch TFT LCD screen· Records audio from camera· Capture up to 25 hours of video on a 4GB SD card· Built-in battery lasts up to 3 hours· Accepts all standard camera types· Can additionally power covert cameras · Record continuous or motion detection· Supplied with all relevant cables belt clip and IR remote control This micro DVR offers the very latest technology from the security industry bringing you high resolution footage and audio effortlessly with a built-in 2-inch high brightness screen. The front panel has a easy operational button layout with wipe clean for the outdoors. The screen allows you to view playback and ensure setup is correctly positioned. By using an external memory type called SD there are no moving parts inside making this a great extreme recorder for high risk sports or in-car accident recording due to its 350G impact rating.Playback couldnt be simpler either choose to view through any TV outputted through the SDVR or quickly remove the SD card and insert into any PC to watch your action movies or incidents through Windows Media Player.

Twin Phono Extension Leads ( 2x Pho ext Lead 5m ), at Maplins
· Nickel plated connectors· Fully screened audio cable· Durable PVC Jacket· Cable strain relief to protect the cable· Available in 3 lengths 1.5m 3m and 5m Phono plug to phono socket. This lead is ideal for extending existing phono cable runs.

Aircraft Headphone Adaptor ( Aircraft H/Ph Adptr ), at Maplins
· Use your favourite headphones· Save money on expensive airline headphones· Hygienic· Gold plated for best sound quality

Scrolling Clock Kit ( Scrolling Clock Kit ), at Maplins
· A matrix of 35 LEDs 7 x 5 displays the current time scrolling from right to left· Requires a 9V-18V power supply

Weatherproof Power Supply DC 12V, 1.5A ( CCTV Outdoor PSU 1Ch ), at Maplin
· Ideal for CCTV or low voltage outdoor applications· Wall-mountable IP66 enclosure· AC 240V input - DC 12V output switched mode power supply· Supplied with two cable grip pass-through IP66 rated cable glands· Adjustable output voltage DC12 to 13.8V for long cable runs· Short circuit and overload protection If you want to be able to install your CCTV kit low voltage lighting or anything that requires DC 12V for use outdoors then you will need this product. Supplied in a weatherproof housing it will allow you to provide power outdoors just where you need it. The pre-drilled enclosure is designed to be used with the supplied IP66 cable grip glands allowing the cable to pass through the housing and maintain the weatherproof seel. This is an ideal unit for powering multiple devices in a complex camera CCTV environment. Connection is via internal screw terminal blocks. The connecting cable purchased separately requires a 3-core mains power cable and 2-core cable for the low voltage output.

Single Surface Pattresses ( Sur Patt 46mm Single ), at Maplins
Single white plastic surface pattresses available in three standard depths 16mm 25mm and 46mm.

Pre-Sensitised Copper-Clad Board ( F/Glass Size6 Double ), at Maplin
· Single and double-sided copper clad SRBP and glass fibre boards coated with a positive photo-resist · Suitable for use with our UV exposure box· Covered with light-proof protective film which should not be removed until the board is used The PCB should be exposed using our UV exposure box and a circuit overlay transparency. Exposure time will be from 8 to 15 minutes. Mix together 0.5 litres approximately with one teaspoonful of sodium hydroxide available from most chemists and pour into a tray CH38R. Gently rock the exposed PCB in the tray until the unwanted photo resist is dissolved away. Etch the board in a bath of ferric chloride and after rinsing expose the PCB in the UV box for a further 10 minutes. Wash off all the remaining etch resist in a tray of sodium hydroxide solution. Sizes available

N-Channel Field Effect ( 2N3819 ), at Maplins


Telephone Socket to Modem Cord ( Modem Lead 3m ), at Maplins
· Standard modem lead This telephone conversion line cord is 3m approximately and has a BT type telephone plug at one end and a US type telephone plug RJ11 at the other. The conductors are suitably crossed 1-2 2-1 3-4 and 4-3 and the cord finds most use in connecting faxmodems etc.

LED Elfin Flower 1 ( Elfin 1 LED Disco Lt ), at Maplins
· LED disco lighting for the 21st century· Super sharp built-in patterns can precisely coordinate with different kinds of musical rhythm· 66 LEDs - 16 red 16 blue 16 green and 18 white · Beat matching sound-to-light technology· Automatic effect changing when in standard mode· Equipped with special optical lens for maximum light output · 48 degree wide beam angle - Elfin flower performs the sharpest light beams· Adjustable audio sensitivity· Extremely long-life led light source andgt20000 hours LED life no bother of replacing bulbs· Very low power consumption - energy saving· Long running - can be used 24 hours continuously· Totally cold light source without over-heating problems· Compact shape makes it easy to be installed in any location· Includes 15VDC 230VAC power supply· Total power consumption 4W

Coloured MR11 Dichroic Lamps ( MR11 Dichroic Green ), at Maplin
· 12V 50W Coloured dichroic lamps· MR11 G4 Fitting· 13anddeg beam angle A range of 12V 20W low voltage dichroic lamps in brilliant colours ideal for imaginative lighting schemes and displays. Unlike cheaper versions that just laquer the front glass these have specially coated coloured reflectors for maximum coloured light output. These lamps have a 35mm diameter and a G4 base fitting. The bulbs are glass fronted. Available in red blue yellow and green.

5-Pin A DIN Plug to Stereo 1/4” Socket Adaptor ( 5Pin A-6.35F Adpt ), at Maplins
Allows a 14in. 6.35mm stereo jack plug to be connected to a 5-pin A 180anddeg DIN socket.

GrooveTrip II - Mini FM transmitter ( Groovetrip II ), at Maplin
· Play your tunes out loud through your FM home stereo or car· Simple keys to move through the frequencies· Memory feature - program four channels· Recalls last frequency used· Digital tuning and wide range of FM channels 88.1MHz - 107.9MHz· Easy to use - connect to your MP3 player and tune it to an unused FM station· Superior sound quality and signal· Auto-switch off 60 seconds - when no signal is recieved· Operates on 2 x AAA batteries sold separately Enjoy your music without entangling wires around the homeWith the GrooveTrip II you will be able to enjoy your music through your FM home stereo or car.

3A Silicon Rectifiers ( 1N5400 ), at Maplins
· Low forward voltage drop· High current capability· High reliability· High surge current capability· Supplied in a DO-201 style case

DC Power Plugs ( Long DC Plg 2.1/5.5 ), at Maplin
· Comprehensive range· Moulded cable strain relief· Nickel-plated· Typical rating 12VDC2A24W· Operating Temperature -40anddegC to 105anddegC

Radial Electrolytic Capacitors ( PC Elect 2200uF 63V ), at Maplins
· A range of small long life 2000H electrolytic capacitors designed for direct mounting on PCBs· Tolerance andplusmn20· Temperature range 40anddegC to 85anddegC

General Purpose Analogue Multimeter ( Analogue Multimeter ), at Maplin
A manual ranging general purpose analogue multimeter which includes the capability of measuring DC voltage AC voltage DC current resistance and also has a battery checker facility. The meter has a zero adjust control along with a separate zero adjust control for resistance ranges. The meter comes complete with test leads which convienently coil around the meter for tidy storage.

2m and 70cm Dual Band Mobile Antenna ( Dual Band Mobile Ant ), at Maplins
· Transmit frequency 144-146430-440MHz· Gain 2m 3.2dBd 70cm 5.8dBd· Length 95cm· Power 200W· VSWR 1.51 or better · Fitting PL259 · D-Star compatible Good configuration of wave on 2 metres and two times 58 wave on 70cm gives this dual band antenna good gain and high performance for an antenna of its size. With a slimline design the popular PL259 fitting and a tilt over base for garage parking makes this a popular mobile whip

One For All 65-Inch Highly-Adjustable TV Bracket ( OFA SV4820 Brkt ), at Maplin
· A high quality and easy to install wall mount for LCDPlasma TVs· Holds up to 65" screens and 50 kg· Features full cable management· Tiltable 5deg up and 15deg down for flexible positioning· Dual rigid double-arm construction for easy turn to position the LCD TV· Usable for corner mount· Basis plate supports up to VESA 800x400· Additional Universal adapters enable to use up to TVs with 800 x 400 fixing· Easy to install with the installation card on online setup movie

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