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1-way Satellite LNB ( Single LNB ), at Maplin
· Can be used to replace a broken or faulty LNB for all satellite dish installations· Compatible with all the receivers and dishes an adaptor clip may be needed for an original Sky dish· Single F-coax output for use with one satellite box· 40mm fixing with feedhorn· Low noise for the very best reception· 1317V switchable outputs· Free isolation sleeve

K8016 PC Function Generator Kit ( K8016 PC Func. Gen. ), at Maplin
· Can be daisy-chained with the matching oscilloscope making the ultimate PC-based test station whilst remaining optically isolated from the computer· Includes software for Windows9598NTand2000· Software also allows you to create your own waveforms using a signal wave editor· Recommended power supply is Order Code L82BF. The Velleman PC function generator kit can be daisy-chained with the matching oscilloscope making the ultimate PC-based test station whilst remaining optically isolated from the computer. Includes software for Windows9598NTand2000. The software supplied also allows you to create your own waveforms using a signal wave editor.

Eton Satellite 750 AM/FM/SW/Aircraft Band/SSB Radio with Rotating AM Antenna ( Eton Satellit 750 ), at Maplin
· AMFMAircraft Band 117-137MHz and Shortwave 1711-30000 KHz· Set 910 KHz AM tuning· Single-Side Band SSB· 360anddeg rotating AM antenna· AutoManualDirect frequency key-in and station memory tuning· Auto Tuning Storage function ATS for FMAMShortwave· Mute Function· 1000 station memories each band 100 memories 500 customizable· Dual alarm clock function· 12K AM output socket· Line inout socket· External antenna jacks for both AMFM·

Mouse Mats ( Mouse mat 6mm Black ), at Maplin
· Ideal accessory for the modern PC· Thickness 6mm· Comes in blue green grey black or red We offer a range of computer accessories designed to compliment modern PCs.This range of mouse mats includes designs in 6mm thickness in varying colours.

14.4V 4000mAh L/top Batt Compaq Presario 1200/1600 Series ( Compal L/Top Batt 29 ), at Maplin
· Quality laptop battery for this specific make of laptop

18-Element Wideband TV Aerial ( 18 El WB Aerial ), at Maplins
· Ideal for domestic DIY installation either outdoors or in lofts· Can be mounted horizontally or vertically on masts up to 60mm 2-inches in diameter· Suitable for receiving analogue and digital TV signals in medium to strong strength signal areas A high quality 75andOmega 18-element wideband UHF TV aerial is suitable for medium to strong TV signal areas. This type of aerial will receive on all of the designated channel grroups - A B CD E K and W. If you are in a weak signal area consider a high-gain aerial and look to add a aerial amplifier.

MCC Tubular R10 Bulb ( R10 MCC 24V 83mA ), at Maplins
A range of voltages are available with the Ba9s MCC base size 10 x 27.5mm.

PCB Stand-Offs ( 1/4in. Standoff 10Pk ), at Maplin
· Plastic snap-in stand-offs that eliminate the need for nuts and bolts when mounting printed circuit boards etc· Made from UL approved nylon 66 94V-2· Supplied in packs of 10 The bottom snaps permanently into a chassis hole 5mm diameter in any chassis with a thickness 1mm to 2.5mm. The top snaps into a 4mm diameter hole in the printed circuit board allowing the PCB to be easily removed and re-fitted as required. These stand-offs provide mechanically secure insulated mounting yet boards can be quickly removed. Available in two lengths - 6.4mm andquarter inch and 19.1mm andthreequarters inch.

Miniature Buzzer ( Buzzer 12V ), at Maplin
A miniature solid state buzzer featuring long life high reliability low current drain no moving contacts no arcing no r.f. noise. It is small but with a clear penetrating sound.Dimensions 23 x 16.5 x 15.5mm deep.Fixing centres 27.5mm x 8BAOverall length 33.5mm.Finished in cream plastic. Two types are available

Rhodium Plated Reed Switches ( Min Reed Switch ), at Maplin
A dry-reed switch with rhodium plated contacts for long life. When a magnet or electromagnet is brought near the reed magnetism is induced into both halves of the reed in the same direction. Thus of the overlapping ends one becomes a north pole and one a south pole and the attraction of the poles causes the switch to close. When the operating magnet is removed the springiness of the reed enables the switch to break.

ATI Radeon™ HD4350 512MB PCI-E Graphics Card ( ATI HD4350 512MB ), at Maplin
· Performance HD4350 chipset· 512MB GDDR3 video memory· 80 stream processing units· PCI Express 2.0 x16 bus interface· 600MHz Engine Clock· 400MHz Memory Clock X2· 64bit Memory Interface· ShaderModel 4.1· ATI CrossFireX Multi-GPU Technology · ATI Avivo HD Video and Display Platform· ATI PowerPlay Technology· Integrated AMD Xilleon HDTV encoder· Hardware processed 1080p video playback of Blu-ray· Dual display support· DirectX 10.1 support· Vista Premium-ready

2TB Seagate® FreeAgent™ External Drive ( 2TB Seagate Desktop ), at Maplin
· A massive 2000GB of external storage· Smart sleek desktop solution for storage of all your photos music videos and documents· Modern design that offers the choice of horizontal or vertical orientation· Easily protect your data with automatic backup software· Keep your important files and folders private with powerful software encryption technology· Sync content between your FreeAgent Desk drive and other portable drives· Experience fast data transfer with USB2.0 interface· Save energy with sleep mode when idle for 15 minutes· Dimensions 175.0h x 33.7w x 172l mm

4mm “Banana” Plug ( Banana Plug Red ), at Maplin
A 4mm plug suitable for use with the 4mm sockets below. Sprung plug ensures good contact with socket. Available with red and black handles. Overall length 50mm. Pin length 15mm. Overall diameter 11mm.

Micro SD Memory Card ( 1GB MicroSD Memory ), at Maplins
· The microSD Transflash cards are universally compatible· Built-in security features enable users to download store and play secure content just like an SD card· Ideal for mobile phones

3 Watt Wirewound Resistor ( W/W Min 15R ), at Maplin
A range of high quality wirewound resistors sealed in a high insulation cement box. The box is heat and moisture resistant and non-flammable. The resistors are low noise very stable and have an overload capability of ten times the rated power for 5 seconds. Values over 500andOmega are metal oxide film and these have an overload capability of five times the rated power for 5 seconds.

ATI Radeon™ HD4650 1GB PCI-E Graphics Card ( ATI HD4650 1GB ), at Maplin
· Performance HD4650 chipset· 1GB GDDR2 video memory· 320 stream processing units· PCI Express 2.0 x16 bus interface· 600MHz Engine Clock· 400MHz x2 Memory Clock· 128bit Memory Interface· ShaderModel 4.1· ATI CrossFireX Multi-GPU Technology · ATI Avivo HD Video and Display Platform· ATI PowerPlay Technology· Integrated AMD Xilleon HDTV encoder· Hardware processed 1080p video playback of Blu-ray· Dual display support· DirectX 10.1 support· Vista Premium-ready

UHF Plug Reducer ( UHF Reducer Small ), at Maplins
A reducer that screws into a standard UHF plug PL259 to enable it to be used with cables around 5.3mm diameter such as RG58 and URM76.

Large Single Ratio Motorgearboxes ( 10:1 Lge Gear Box ), at Maplin
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.

Mini Flash Card Adaptors ( MS to MS Duo ), at Maplins
· Converts mini flash cards to standard size for use in flash card readers· Available adaptors· Memory stick duo to memory stick adaptor· Reduced multimedia to multimedia adaptor· Micro SD Transflash to Secure Digital SD adaptor· Mini Secure Digital to Secure Digital SD adaptor· M2 to MS Duo adaptor· Micro SD to MS Duo adaptor

Black Entry Level Keyboard ( Comfy Black k/board ), at Maplins
· Entry level black finish keyboard· Ergonomic palm rest· Membrane tactile switches· 3 power management keys· PS2

Heatsink for Case Style TO5/TO39 ( Htsink TO5/39 8mm ), at Maplin
Two push-fit bright aluminium heatsinks for TO539 style devices.

7.4V 7800mAh L/top Batt Sony Vaio VGN-TX Series ( Sony L/Top Batt 23 ), at Maplins
· Quality laptop battery for this specific make of laptop

Laptop Dimm Memory ( DDR SODIMM512MB 3200 ), at Maplin
· Ideal for upgrading older model laptops· PC100PC133 Dimm laptop memory A range of SODIMM memory modules for use in compatible equipment such as laptop computers and iMac computer.Note Please consult your PC handbook before installing any memory device

600W CIT ATX Power Supply ( 600w CIT PSU ), at Maplin
· High efficiency 600W PSU· 12cm silent cooling fan· Dual 12V rails

3-Way Microphone Stand Adaptor ( 3-Way Mic Stand Conv ), at Maplin
· Convert a standard mic stand to take three microphone holders· Pan and tilt head· Simple to use with standard threads With standard 38in. threads throughout this stand adaptor will fit most mic stands and accept most microphone holders including all those in the Maplin range. The bar can be rotated and tilted backwards and forwards to facilitate the easy positioning of microphones.

Blank Magnetic Card Media ( Blank Mag Card Media ), at Maplins
· Blank magnetic cards · Ideal for clubs offices etc · Sold singly Blank magnetic card media for use with the range of card readerwriters. Lo-Co media suitable for membership cards loyalty cards or door entry systems etc.

12V Sealed Lead Acid Deep Cycle Solar Batteries ( 85Ah Gel Solar Batt ), at Maplin
· Deep cycle capability· Ideal for solar applications· Sealed casing for safe spill free performance 8 different batteries are available

Clip-on Ferrites ( Ferrite HEM3018 ), at Maplins
A range of clip-on ferrite rings designed to cure electromagnetic and radio frequency interference at source. Always choose an internal diameter close to that of the cable or wind through several times. Always put ferrites at the noisy end of the cable.

SIM Reader and Writer ( 2/3G SIM Readr/Writr ), at Maplins
· Edit back up and copy your phone book and SIM messages on your PC· 3G and 2G compatible· Compose SMS messages on your PC and save them to your SIM ready to send from your mobile· View phone book entries edit delete and back them up

1MΩ to 10MΩ Metal Film 0.6W Resistors ( Min Res 1M2 ), at Maplin
· Universal resistor with a superb specification· Can be used as a superior replacement wherever carbon film 14W 13W or 12W are specified since its size is the same as 14W types· Can be run continuously at 0.6W with ambient temperatures up to 70anddeg 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 andplusmn1 and its low temperature coefficient only 50ppm · Working voltage max 250V· Tolerance 1· Power rating 0·6W at 70anddegC· Temperature coefficient 50ppmanddegC· Noise level Typically 0.01 VV· Dimensions of body 6·5 l x 2·5diamm The values of resistors on this page are between 1MandOmega and 10MandOmega. 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

External Socket Kit ( External Socket Kit ), at Maplins
· Waterproof class IP54 rated· Cost effective solution· Made from high impact polycarbonate Made from high impact polycarbonate material this weather proof kit offers a cost effective solution to outdoor power control. Ideal for use with lawn mowers trimmers and garden power tools. See specification tab for contents.

10.8V 2600mAh L/top Batt Toshiba Portege 300CT ( Toshiba L/Top Batt 8 ), at Maplin


Bulldog™ CCTV Camera ( Swann Bulldog Camera ), at Maplin
· High resolution 420TVL CCD camera that connects easily to a TV DVR VCR monitor and quad processor· 9-infrared LEDs for night vision up to 10m· Robust metal casing and professional design· For indoor or outdoor applications Designed for commercial security use the Bulldog Cameraand153 is rugged powerful and incredibly flexible. It also performs very well in darkness or low-light environments thanks to its powerful LEDs. An excellent mix of specification and value

Bluetooth® Mobile Phone Hands Free Headset ( DC/DC to USB Adaptor ), at Maplin
· Keep legal and safe whilst travelling with this Bluetoothandreg handsfree headset· Bluetoothandreg V2.0 EDR Enhanced Data Rate with 10-metre range· Up to 8-hours talk time and 200 hours standby time· Adjustable ear hook for wearing on either left or right ear· Includes USB charging cable for charging via laptop or PC mains adaptor not included· Optional in-car USB charger available sold seperately - Order Code A66GA

Plastic 1/4” Stereo Plug ( Jack Pl Sto Plas ), at Maplin
A standard 14in. 6.35mm stereo jack plug with plastic barrel and moulded cable strain relief.

14.8V 4000mAh L/top Batt ECS G550 ( ECS L/Top Batt 1 ), at Maplin


S-Video Extension Lead ( S-Video Ext Lead 5m ), at Maplin
· Nikkel plated connectors· Fully screened cable· Durable PVC jacket· Cable strain relief to protect the cable· Available in 2 lengths 3m and 5m A plug to socket extension lead for connecting between S-Video sockets. Ideal for extending any S-Video cable.

Energy Saving Halogen Candle Bulbs Twin Pack ( Hal Can 28W ES ), 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

PSR255 50 Channel Scanner ( PSR255 50Ch Scanner ), at Maplins
· 10-Key direct frequency entry· Duplicate channel program warning LCD· Manual channel proceeding· 10 preprogrammed band search· Rotary volume and squelch controls· 3.5 mm ex-speaker jacks· Separate POWER and CHRG jacks· BNC antenna connector· Reset switch in case of lock up· Channel lock out to increase effective scan speed· 2-second scan delay OnOff· One temporary monitor channel· LCD back light OnOff· Direct search from any mode· Key tone for acknowledgement· Key-Lock for safety· Crystal filter for 1st IF and Ceramic filter for 2nd IF A very popular high performance scanner designed to fit even the most stringent of budgets. The PSR-255s features include 50 memory channels 10-key direct frequency entry 10 Pre-programmed search bands covering all popular bands including CB VHF HiLo Bands and UHF. It can be powered using 6 AA batteries dry cell or rechargeable or a 9Vdc external power supply. The GRE PSR-255 is very popular as a low cost receiver for monitoring religious observance broadcasts on the UHF band.

Scom 54g Wireless Cable Router ( 54mbps Wless Router ), at Maplins
· Share your broadband connection with and without wires to other PCs· Maximum 54Mbps data transfer rate· Compatible with all standard wireless security standards WEP WPA WPA2 etc.· Auto-sensing 10100 4-port Ethernet switch· NAT firewall to help keep hackers at bay· DHCP server support· Easy web based configuring· VPN pass through This Wireless Network Broadband Router functions as the central component in any 2.4 GHz wireless network one or more Wireless Network Adaptors PC Card PCI or USB can communicate via the Broadband Router as well as connecting to a wired network. Thanks to the router function all connected PCs wired andor wireless have full-speed access to the internet via one internet subscription. The 4 built-in switch ports can be used to connect extra PCs or network equipment. The Broadband Router is backwardly compatible with the existing 802.11b standard 11 Mbps.

Electric Glue Gun ( Electric Glue Gun ), at Maplins
· Ideal for gluing wood and plastic· Maximum temperature 170anddegC· Lightweight and compact· Spare glue sticks available Order Code N05AT A lightweight hot melt glue gun with a suprisingly high delivery for its size. The flow of glue is delivered by a trigger mechanism.Replacement glue sticks are available and sold in packs of 10 Order Code N05AT

10.8V 3800mAh L/top Batt IBM ThinkPad A21E, A22E Mod 2655-xxx ( IBM L/Top Batt 13 ), at Maplin
· Quality laptop battery for this specific make of laptop

Round MES Type (E10) ( Bulb MES 12V 2.2W ), at Maplin
A range of miniature ES bulbs. See spec. for more details.

1A Fast Recovery Rectifiers ( 1N4933 ), at Maplin
· Low forward voltage drop· High current capability· High reliability· High surge current capability· All products supplied in DO-41 style cases

Axial Electrolytic Capacitors ( GenElect 100uF 10V ), at Maplins
A range of axial leaded capacitors with values from 1 to 4700andmicroF at voltages of 10 to 450V. Load life of 2000h at 850andltsupandgtoandltsupandgtC. Operating temperatures of 40 to 850andltsupandgtoandltsupandgtC. Leakage current not more than 0.03CV or 4andmicroA whichever is greater

USB 2.0 Sockets ( USB 2.0 (B) PCB Skt ), at Maplin
· Feature a nickel-plated outer shield UL94V-0 rated thermoplastic insulator and 30andmicro inch gold-plated contacts· Type A is the one with the rectangular cross-section as found on PCs and Macs· Type B is the one with the squarer cross-section as found on peripherals scanners printers etc. · Type A is available in PCB and in-line variations type B is available in PCB mounting type only These pcb-mounting USB sockets feature a nickel-plated outer shield UL94V-0 rated thermoplastic insulator and 30andmicro inch gold-plated contacts making these also suitable for USB 2.0 Type A is the one with the rectangular cross-section as found on PCs and Macs type B is the one with the squarer cross-section as found on peripherals scanners printers etc.

Insulated Crimp Terminals - Eyelets ( Ins Eyelet Yel 4.3mm ), at Maplins
Tin-plated copper with vinyl-PVC insulation. The red types are suitable for cable from 0.4 to 1.0mm the blue 1.1 to 2.6mm and the yellow 2.5 to 6.5mm.

Extending Fly Zapper ( Insect Zapper ), at Maplin
· Electronically charged 3-layer mesh grid to zap flies and insects· Protective grilles prevent shocks to fingers· Flat surface and pivoting head mean you can use against walls corners and ceilings with ease· No mess to clear up· Simple push-button operation· Adjustable aluminium handle· Requires 2 x AA batteries sold separately Gone are the days of balancing precariously on a chair trying to swat a mosquito or fly with a rolled up newspaper Now you can stay in the comfort of your armchair and use the extendable zapper to kill those annoying insects. To charge the electronic grid simply push the button to the On position. Once insects come into contact with the grid they are simply electrocuted on impact. This item provides the best performance when used with standard alkaline batteries as rechargeable batteries do not provide a high enough voltage to enable the zapper to work correctly. Please note This item is not a toy please keep out of the reach of children. Due care and attention should be exercised if using this item in the presence of pets the elderly or those fitted with a pacemaker.

Nuvi Additional Windscreen Mount ( Nuvi W/screen mount ), at Maplin
· Ideal if you use your GPS in your second car· Affixes to the windscreen of your vehicle· Secures you GPS whilst driving· Suitable for use with the Nuvi 310T 350 360 360T and 370T· Please see garmin.com for an up-to-date compatibility list

Trust 90W Laptop Power Supply ( Trust 90W Laptop PSU ), at Maplin
· Compact 90 Watt universal notebook power adaptor to use as replacement or secondary power adaptor at homeoffice· Equipped with 8 different notebook tips and 7 step selectable power output to assure compatibility with major notebook brands · Switchable 15161819202224 Volt DC notebook power output · High efficient energy saving design for lower energy cost · Protected against overload short circuit and overheating · Including carry bag to store connectors Introducing a 90W notebook power supply ideal as a spare or to replace the manufacturers original. It has different voltages and eight different tips. Please check compatibility with your laptop.

Maplins 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. Maplins also sell a wide selection of PCs and communications products. Maplins Electronics 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.