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.

Plant Moisture Detector ( Plant Humid Detector ), at Maplin
· Audible croak" alarm that lets you know when you need to water your plant· Will not croak in the dark· Supplied complete with batteries The plant humidity detector monitors conductivity of your soil as the water in your plants soil is absorbed. Once this change falls below a pre-set optimum level the detector alerts you with a discrete intermittent croak reminding you to water your plant.· Audible croak" alarm that lets you know when you need to water your plant· Will not croak in the dark· Supplied complete with batteriesSpecifications

15m Telephone/Modem Extension Reel ( Cmpct 15M Tele Ext ), at Maplins
A 15m RJ11 to RJ11 flat cable on reel suitable for use as a telephone or modem extension cable. It is supplied with a RJ11 to UK telephone adaptor to plug into a UK socket.

11/4in (31mm) Quickblow (F) ( 1.1/4 QB 1A 10 PK ), at Maplins
Glass tube fast acting fuses with nickel-finish brass end caps overall size 31.8 x 6.35mm 114 x 14in. diameter. Designed to IEC127. Rated at 60Vac. Supplied in 12 different ratings in packs of 10.andltsubandgtandltsubandgt

USB 1.1 Plugs ( USB 1.1 Mini Plug 5P ), at Maplins
· Solder type USB plugs feature a nickel-plated outer shield· UL94V-0 rated thermoplastic housing and gold-plated contacts and strain relief fold-over clamp· Type A is the larger plug with the rectangular cross-section type B is the smaller plug with the squarer cross-section· 5-pin mini USB plug is also available as used on digital cameras etc featuring solder connections and a fold-over cable clamp for reliable performance These solder type USB plugs feature a nickel-plated outer shield UL94V-0 rated thermoplastic housing and gold-plated contacts and strain relief fold-over clamp. Type A is the larger plug with the rectangular cross-section type B is the smaller plug with the squarer cross-section.

Water Alarm Kit ( Water Alarm Kit ), at Maplin
· 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

Insulated Crocodile Clips ( Blue Croc Clip ), at Maplin
A range of crocodile clips with insulating vinyl covers. Clips are 30mm long and overall length with sleeve is 40mm. Available in six colours red black yellow green white and blue.

3.5mm Stereo Plug to 2 Phono Leads ( 3.5mm Jck - 2Ph 10m ), at Maplins
· 24K hard gold-plated connectors· High quality oxygen-free copper OFC multi-strand cable· Ideal for PC sound cards and personal CD MD and MP3 players· Colour-coded connectors for easy identification· Pure copper braid and aluminium foil dual shielding to block RFIEMI interference· Available in 4 lengths The Nikkai Pure Connectivity 3.5mm stereo jack plug to twin phono interconnect is designed to allow stereo audio signals to be sent with maximum fidelity. The lead is ideal for PC sound cards and personal CD MD and MP3 players. The cable used is specifically designed for audio signals and provides an ideal upgrade from the standard interconnects supplied with most audio and PC equipment. Available in four lengths 1.5m 3m 5m and 10m.

Miniature Loudspeaker Cable ( Zip Wire White ), at Maplins
A flexible twin cable having a figure-of-8 shape. Ideal for loudspeaker connections etc.Available in two coloursXR39 - White with black stripeN50HU - Black with white stripe

Casio LC-160LV Calculator ( Casio LC-160LV Calc ), at Maplin
· Small pocket sized calculator with big display· Euro conversion· Independant memory percentage calculation· 8-digit extra big LC display· 1 x LR54 Battery

Stripboard ( Stripboard ), at Maplins
Suitable for all applications where a conventional tag strip or group board might be used with the advantage that small or large components are neatly accommodated. Components can be mounted across or along the strips. Copper strips run across the board with a break through the centre equal to the width of one hole 2.54mm 0.1in. over the full length of the board.

6-Cell 3100mAh L/top Batt Fujitsu Siemens Stylistic 3400 ( Fujitsu L/Top Batt57 ), at Maplin
· Quality laptop battery for this specific make of laptop

Webcam Pro ( Webcam Pro ), at Maplin
· High 5MP resolution interpolated· Built-in microphone· Ideal for Live messenger MSN messenger Skype or other messenger services· Built-in image compression· Maximum frame rate 30fps

Pro-Sound Over-Ear Headphones ( Over-Ear H/phones ), at Maplin
· Flexi-silicon hangers which enable extra comfort whilst wearing· Ergonomic aesthetic design· Ultra light yet secure fit ideal for wearing during sport or outdoor activities· Adjustable cable splitter sleeve· 3.5mm chrome gold plated plug· Cable length 1.3m

Supertooth Visor One Bluetooth® Handsfree Kit with Multi Point Pairing ( Supertooth Visor One ), at Maplin
· Multipoint technology means 2 phones can be paired with this handsfree kit simultaneously· Automatic re-connection with paired devices· Enables voice control to answer calls leaving you free to concentrate on the road· 15 hours talk time 30 days standby time on full charge· Full DSP noiseecho cancellation with full duplex - caller and recipient can talk simultaneously· A2DP music streaming compatible· includes DC 1224V charger and visor clip for mounting in-car· 10 metre range The Supertooth One is portable and provides easy installation that just attaches with the magnetic clip to a vehicles visor. It means you stay safe and legal.

iGo PowerXtender Battery Operated Charger ( iGO Power Extender ), at Maplin
· Provides emergency power for your mobile gadgets anywhere you go· Get up to 10 hours talk time 20 hours playing or 28 hours listening· High specification auto voltage and charge current selecting device· Uses 2 x AA batteries included· For use with the iGo Power Tips to power and charge your mobile gadget tips sold separately· Use with Bluetoothandreg headsets smartphonesPDAs MP3 players portable gaming devices digital cameras and more · Use the Maplin Power Supply Finder online for compatibility httpwww.maplin.co.ukproductfinder.aspx Fed up with having to buy a new emergency charger for every electronic you own then the iGo PowerXtenderand153 battery operated charger is just the job for you. The design utilises 2 x AA batteries included to power and charge virtually any gadget. There is no need to buy a new charger when upgrading your devices as it is compatible with the latest models. The clever iGo PowerXtenderand153 battery operated charger is re-usable with its compact lightweight design. This gadget will make sure you never get caught out whilst on the move.

M66T Simple Melody Generator ( M66/T-11 ), at Maplin
A range of low power CMOS LSI device for generating tunes for melody cards toys and other novelty devices. The built-in oscillator and powerful driving capability minimises the number of external components required. In fact all that is additionally needed is a 1.5V battery a switch and an 8andOmega speaker. The device can be powered from a wide range of supply voltages from 1.2V to 3.6V with low power consumption note that the internal oscillator needs 1.3V to start.Sixteen different tunes are available in a single device as follows

LED Strobe Pod ( LED Strobe Pod ), at Maplins
· Single LED pod light with rate control· Low engery usage with bright light output· Light cycles through colours and mixes LEDs to give more colours· Variable rate control· No bulbs to replace LEDs last over 50000 hours· Complete with mounting bracket which can be used as a stand· Maximum 4.2W power consumption 47 super-bright LEDs in total with colourstat include12 x 5mm red LEDs12 x 5mm orange LEDs12 x 5mm blue LEDs10 x 5mm green LEDsand 1 hyper bright 8mm red LEDsBring your disco lighting into the 21st centrury with this spectacular LED-based disco lighting effect. This pod can be linked to other pods to create an array of LED lighting.

DAB Log Periodic 6 Element Aerial ( DAB 6 Element Aerial ), at Maplins
· Dedicated DAB digital radio directional aerial for 174-240MHz reception· Rugged aluminium and plastic construction - suitable for external and loft installation· Optimum reception of all DAB channels· Narrow acceptance angle reduces ghosting caused by signal reflections from buildings and trees· Offers superior resistance to impulse interference typically generated by thermostats and passing traffic ignition systems· Watertight removable insulator cap· Full instructions for quick and easy installation· Fixing bracket supplied· Please note to receive digital radio you will also need a digital radio receiver This high quality 6 Element DAB radio aerial is specifically designed for digital radio reception covering the Band III frequency range 174 - 240MHz in medium or strong signal areas. Manufactured from high quality aluminium tube it is designed for vertical mounting.

TDK CD-R 52X 10 Pack ( TDK CDR 10Pk JC ), at Maplin
· 10 pack high quality CD-R· 80 minutes· 700MB· Superb quality and reliability

Universal Short Bracket GPS Car Holder ( Uni. GPS Short Brkt ), at Maplins
· Fixes to your car windscreen via suction mount· Rotary short bracket with adjustable holder - can be used horizontally or vertically· Maximum dimensions Width 8.5 to 14.5cm Height 2.5 to 12cm· Supplied complete with adhesive adaptor plate for optional dashboard mounting

54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter ( NG Wless PCI 54Mbps ), at Maplin
· Plugs into your PCI ports on any home or office PC to connect to a wireless network· Up to 54 Mbps wireless support· Wi-Fi certified

8800mAh 12-Cell L/top Batt Toshiba Qosmio F20, Tecra A3X ( Toshiba L/Top Batt15 ), at Maplins


100-Pack Printable CD-R ( CD-R 100CB Printable ), at Maplins
· 700MB capacity· 80 minutes audio· White printable surface· Supplied in a cake box

0.1Inch Series Straight Plug PCB Header ( PCB Latch Pl 10w ), at Maplins
· These connectors are intended as a simple and inexpensive method of making cable to printed circuit board connections· The pins are at standard 0.1inch 2.54mm pitch Thesheader plugs are designed primarily for accepting the matching sockets below allowing cables to be plugged on to circuit boards or circuit boards to be plugged together. The pins protrude 3.4mm from the base and require 1mm diameter holes for soldering to the PCB. The pins are 7.5mm long above the base and the header features a locking and polarising clip. Both plugs and sockets may be butted up end-to-end to form connectors with any number of ways from two upwards. Rated 2.5A AC 250 V.

Superbright Oval LEDs ( 3.2x4.3mm White LED ), at Maplin
· Super luminosity· Diffused packages· 3.2mm x 4.3mm oval precision· Wide viewing angle· UV resistant epoxy for outdoor use

Lead-Free Solder ( Lead Free Solder 2m ), at Maplin
· Handy sized dispensers· Ideal for use on micro electronics fine wires and most other electrical and electronic soldering operations· ROHS compliant· Available in 2 tube sizes containing approx 2m and 4m of solder · Suitable for use with all Antex irons. A range of lead-free solder from Antex supplied in handy sized dispensers. The 0.8mm solder wire is quick melting and easy to use.

PQI Cool Drive U368 USB 3.0 Flash Drive ( 8GB USB 3.0 Flash ), at Maplin
USB 3.0 is the new norm in data transfer. If you want to gift yourself a Super Speed USB 3.0 drive then heres one more option you can consider. The Cool Drive U368 is the newest PQI branded flash drive based on USB 3.0 technology. Interesting thing about this drive is that its USB 3.0 interface couples with TurboFlash USB software to maximize speed on the USB 3.0 bandwidth. This allows users to transfer mass amount of data such as HD images and HD video files promptly and saves time The USB3.0 interfaced Cool Drive U368 and TurboFlash USB together can produce read performances that reach 105MBsec. It is almost 3x the speed of USB2.0 interfaced USB flash drive satisfying consumers needs for mass data transfer and fast transfer speed to save timeIt further uses high quality metallic frame that is royal-blue in color with black streaks giving it a high-tech feel.

Slim Rocker Switches ( SP Neon Rocker Sw ), at Maplin
A range of slim aesthetically styled rocker switches. The switches require a 19x13mm panel cut-out. In addition to the illuminated vesions there is a black version of the two position double pole switch RD19V.The two colour rocker ML79L provides a distinctive switch with a red flash visible when it is in the ON position. All connections are via 6.5mm fastons

Tow Rope ( Tow Rope ), at Maplin
· 3.5m Length· Suitable for towing cars up to 2 tonnes· Handy storage pouch· Heavy duty hooks with locking clasps· This 3.5 metre long highly visible AA Tow Rope come complete with a carry-bag for easy storage in the car. The AA Tow Rope pulls up to 2 tonnes and is BS approved.

Mini MPEG4 DVD Player with USB ( USB DivX DVD Player ), at Maplin
· Slim and small multi-function DVD player with MPEG4 AVI playback· Plays compressed DivX XVid etc video through USB or disc· SCART Component S-Video and Composite Video outputs· Progressive scan and RGB through SCART· Coaxial digital audio output· Slimline full-function remote control included· High quality 500 line resolution for a crystal clear picture· Power consumption max 10W· Dimensions 320 x 260 x 50 mm· Weight 1.5 kg Mini DVD Player from Nikkai offers a multi-function player capability and USB connectivity. It has SCART Component S-Video and Composite Video outputs. The progressive scan and RGB is provided through SCART. This DVD player comes with full-function remote too. This Mini MPEG4 DVD player from Nikkai is an ideal gift choice as well as for people who like compact space saving gadgets.

iGo Tips ( iGO tip A13 ), at Maplin
· For use with the iGo range of powers supplies· Suitable for use with mobile phones smartphonesPDAs and Bluetoothandreg accessories· Also work with MP3 players digital cameras portable DVD players and portable GPS systems· Use the Maplin Power Supply Finder online for compatibility httpwww.maplin.co.ukproductfinder.aspx

32-Piece Screwdriver and Bit Set ( 32Pc Sdriver&BitSet ), at Maplins
· 10-piece screwdriver set with rubber grips· Also includes 75mm screwdriver handle with 20 assorted 25mm bits

Plastic 3.5mm Stereo Plug ( Stereo Plas 3.5 Plug ), at Maplins
A 3.5mm stereo jack plug with plastic barrel and moulded cable strain relief.

Panasonic DVD Recorder with 250GB HDD, Freeview Digital Tuner and VHS VCR ( Pan DVD VCR HDD FV ), at Maplin
· One touch two-way copying from VCR to DVD or DVD to VCR· A multi-format playback 1080p upscaling HDMI DVD and VCR playerrecorder· Built-in Freeview tuner to watch digital TV· Record onto HDD VHS DVD-R DVD-RW DVD-R DL DVD-RAM· Up to 441 hours SD recording on HDD up to 8 hours recording on DVD 4.7GB and up to 14 hours on DVD-R DL· Compatible with DVD-RAM DVD-R DVD-R DL DVD-RW R R DL RW CD CD-RRW Video CD SVCD WMA MP3 JPEG MPEG4 and DivX· USB and SD card slots· Expand the internal HDD via SD Memory Card or USB Terminal High Speed MPEG2 movie recording and intelligent archiving· 384 kbps audio recording with SP mode - Music Juke Box with Gracenote CD Database· Easy recording and playback with VIERA Link Direct TV Rec. Pause Live TV and Series Record· Digital optical audio output PCM Dolby Digital DTS MPEG· Super multi-format recording and playback DVD-RAM DVD-R DVD-R DL DVD-RW DVDR DVDR DL and DVDRW discs· DVB-T adaptive noise reduction· Deep Colour· Easy recording and playback with VIERA Link Direct TV rec.· VHS playback for VHS library with 2 in 1 recorder DVD and VHS· Inputs 2 x SCART S-Video Composite DV Firewire IEEE1394· Digital camcorder input Firewire iLink IEEE1394· Outputs 2 x SCART Component S-Video and Composite· Power saving only 2W in standby· Dimensions W x H x D 430 x 59 x 330 mm Panasonic has developed the DMR-EX98V with even higher image quality. Picture quality is better DVB-T Adaptive Noise Reduction detects and removes the block noise that often occurs in digital broadcasts to produce beautiful images with minimal noise. And the enhanced quality of 1080p Up-Conversion and rich color gradation of Deep Colour compatibility are seen in deeper higher-resolution images. The Diagonal Processing automatically detects diagonal lines in motion images and converts them to sharp lines.Pause Live TV pauses a TV program with the same ease as pausing a DVD disc. The rest of the program can then be watched at a later time right from the point where it was paused.The DMR-EX98V is equipped with a USB terminal and an SD card slot so images from a digital still camera can be easily transferred. A large-capacity hard disk drive lets users store music data and turns the DMR-EX98V into a virtual jukebox. It supports Gracenote in short the DMR-EX98V goes far beyond the point of easy video entertainment to function as a personal digital media server.To enjoy viewing movies recorded on an SD Memory Card simply copy the MPEG2 Movie data to the hard disk drive or DVD-RAM and then play back. also the DMR-EX98V automatically recognises images that youve uploaded from SD Memory Card.In the SP mode recording 384Kbps high sound quality recording provides audio quality approaching that of commercially available the DMR-EX98V movie software. Even with music containing a wide range of tones such as orchestral performances the sound of individual instruments are beautifully reproduced.

Bluetooth® Serial Adaptor ( Blueth Serial Adaptr ), at Maplins
· Eliminates RS232 serial cables · Communicate with other Bluetoothandreg-enabled devices· Provides an easy to use invisible connection with superior freedom of movement· 100m line of sight This adaptor allows any device with a standard 9-pin serial port to communicate wirelessly. You can communicate with another Bluetoothandreg serial adaptor or other Bluetooth-enabled devices such as laptops PDAs and mobile phones.

NE5534AN ( NE5534AN ROHS ), at Maplins
A high performance low noise op-amp especially suited for professional and high quality audio equipment as well as instrumentation and control circuits and telephone channel amplifiers. Compared to standard 741TL081 op-amps the device offers better noise figures improved output drive capability and considerably higher small signal and power bandwidths. The op-amp is internally compensated and the frequency response can be optimised with an external compensation capacitor to suit specific applications

500W Halogen Floodlight and PIR ( F'light/PIR Blk 500W ), at Maplin
· 140 degree field of detection and up 10 meters detection range· Die cast aluminium contruction· Adjustible time on and dusk controls· Pulsed manual override· IP44 rated· Large accessible wiring box· Halogen bulb included· Fixing pack and installation guide included· Available in black order code A16HR or white order code A18HR

Tiger I 1:16 Scale Radio Control Battle Tank with BB firing ( BB firing RC Tiger I ), at Maplin
· Fully operational forward reverse regular turning pivot turning gun barrel up and down BB bullet firing turret turning· 3 frequency selection· Realistic design· Suspension system· 530mm x 240mm x 200mm Length x Width x Height Highly detailed WWII tank with authentic colouring this 116th scale Radio controlled Tiger Tank features a fully functional radio control unit that can do almost all of the functions of the real thing Get ready to bring a legend back to life in the comfort of your own home or garden.This product is only suitable for persons over the age of 14 years.

Miniature Contact Switch ( Min Contact Switch ), at Maplin
A very small compact magnetic contact switch consisting of a sealed unit reed switch wired with 4-core cable and a matching magnet.

10.8V 4000mAh L/top Batt IBM ThinkPad 380 Series ( IBM L/Top Batt 3 ), at Maplins
· Quality laptop battery for this specific make of laptop

Mobile Touring UHF TV Aerial Kit ( Touring UHF Aerial ), at Maplins
· Wideband external directional aerial· For use in strong signal areas· Complete with 5m coaxial cable universal fixing mast and accessories· Total height 3.5m

Large Single Ratio Motorgearboxes ( 50:1 Lge Gear Box ), at Maplins
A comprehensive range of large 35mm without shroud metal motors with integral gearboxes. Designed to meet the needs of industrial modelling RandD educational and hobbyist applications. These motorgearboxes boast a powerful high quality three pole motor with sintered bronze bearings. The all-steel gearbox incorporates bronze output bearings enabling the high torque transfer from the motor to be transmitted through the gearbox. The unit is mounted on a 1mm thick plated steel bracket and has with an offset 6mm diameter output shaft.

CMOS Logic, HCF/HEF 4000 Series ( 4042 ), at Maplin
CMOS Logic allows power supply voltages of up to 15V and rail output swings. In addition to being specified over a broad temperature range the products lend themselves in particular to the industrial and automotive markets due to their rugedness and high votage operation.

H1A UV Cut (Spot) Headlight Bulb Single Pack ( 12VH1A UV Cut H/Lamp ), at Maplin
H1A UV CutHeadlight Bulb · H1A UV Cut Spot replacement headlamp bulb

Miniature Loudspeaker Cable ( Zip Wire Blk ), at Maplin
A flexible twin cable having a figure-of-8 shape. Ideal for loudspeaker connections etc.Available in two coloursXR39 - White with black stripeN50HU - Black with white stripe

Digital Solar Installation Meter ( Solar Test Meter ), at Maplins
· Ideal for assessing the performance of you solar panels and batteries· Voltage open circuit test Voc to test that the solar module is producing the correct voltage· Short circuit current test Isc to test that the solar module is producing the correct current· Current flow from solar module into battery to test that the battery is being charged· Battery condition test to test the health of the battery · Supplied with detailed user manual A high quality tool to enable users to assess the performance of a solar installation and battery.

500GB Western Digital My Passport™ Essential™ ( 500GB 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.

HDMI Splitter ( B GradeHDMI2wSplit ), at Maplins
· Splits a HDMI source into two HDMI outputs without signal loss· HDMI 1.3 HDCP 1.2 and DVI compliant· Supports a wide range of PC and HDTV resolutions from VGA to UXGA and 480i to 1080p· Built-in EDID simulator and HDCP key-set allows each output to work independently when connecting to a HDMI display· Immediate picture pop-up upon connection· Each of the buffered output can run up to 15 metres of cable without signal loss· Compact size 11.5 x 6.3 x 2.5cm· Available in 2 and 4 way versions

W550 Fine Spray Paint System ( W550 Paint Sprayer ), at Maplin
· Excellent paint application for fences doors furniture wooden ceilings artwork and much more· Precise paint application with varnishes glazes and wood preservatives· Three-stage adjustable paint jet wide round and precision· Perfect application in every position finest atomisation even when working overhead· New silent design turbine with sound absorber noise level is less than a normal hair dryer· Ideal for small to medium sized precision spraying projects· Powerful HVLP system in new design· Supplied in a robust carry case Powerful fine spray system for small and medium sized projects. 1000 possibilities for excellent paint application on fences doors furniture wooden toys and much more. Paint 10 metres of fence effortlessly in 10 minutes Precise application of paints varnishes wood preservatives and other liquids. Fine atomisation adjustable material flow control and three-stage adjustable jet combine to ensure varnishes glazes and wood preservatives etc. are applied both accurately and with minimum overspray even when working overhead. The W550 is powered by an all new noise suppressed turbine system which ensures a high volume of paint can be delivered with minimum pressure.

25W Oven Lamp ( Oven Lamp 25W ), at Maplin
· Specially constructed to withstand the high temperatures 300 C found in ovens· Dimensions bulb diameter 25dia. x 55mm · 240V 25W and has an E14 screw cap A lamp specially constructed to withstand the high temperatures 300 C found in ovens. It is 26 x 66mm 240V 25W and has an E14 screw cap.

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.