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 XLR to Jack Leads ( XLR-Jack Cable 3m )2.1 Subwoofer Surround Sound PC Speakers ( 2.1 PC mm Speakers )High Temperature Radial Electrolytic Capacitors ( 2200uF25V 105CPhono Plug to Plug Lead ( Phono Lead 3m )2.5mm DC Socket ( Plas 2.5 Chas Skt )HP No.57 Tri-Colour Ink Cartridge - Twin Pack ( HP No57 Tri Col Spare UV Lamp ( A40FT / A91HQ Bulb )SCART to 3 Phono Leads ( SCART - 3Phono 3m )Clearview 3 700 Glass Stand ( Clearview 3 700 )White Spray Grease ( White Spray Grease )SIM Reader & Writer ( 2/3G SIM Readr/Writr )30W Horn Speaker ( 5 x 8 Horn Speaker )Two Part ABS Plastic Boxes ( H2505 Small )Stainless Steel Hatchback Mount with 4m Cable ( Hatch Mnt + 4m CPS/2 Male to Female Leads ( PS/2(M)-PS/2(F) 3m )17 inch Laptop Business Case ( 17in Laptop Case )Cool Drive High Speed USB (USB 2.0) Storage Device ( PQI Flash DMechanical Oil ( PTFE Lubricant 200ml )12C Phone Battery ( Phone Battery 12C )14.4V 3600mAh L/top Batt HP Omnibook 3000, Dell Inspiron 3000 (Slim Line Rocker Switch ( Slim Line Rocker Sw )FCC68 Data Cable ( FCC68 Cable 6 Core )25-Way D-Type Data Switches ( Switch Box 25D 2 Way )14.8V 6000mAh L/top Batt Toshiba Satellite 1950, 1955 ( ToshibaLow Cost ‘Collet’ Knobs ( LC Cap Green )Motors ( Motors )Light-Duty Equipment (10/0.1) ( L/C Wire White )Polyester Layer Capacitors ( Poly Layer 0.33 )5mm White LEDs ( 5mm White 1800mcd )Pull-String Power Pack ( PullString PowerPack )

The Maplin UK Store is well known for it's quality Electrical products and extensive range of affordable home entertainment systems and Maplin widescreen TV products:

• Maplin store has one of the best selections of electrical goods and home audio products of any UK Electrical store
• The Maplin Online Store has an outstanding collection of unique Electrical products - and the best prices!
• At Maplin, as with any Maplin store, you'll find a strong commitment to great prices throughout
• The Maplin Direct team has an equally strong commitment to making your shopping experience fun - and also very affordable!
• At Maplin Website, as with any Maplin transaction, you'll find well-trained staff committed to quality service

The enviable reputation of Maplin has been established over many years, and is built upon the well-founded principles of respecting one's customers and offering value for money. Maplin brand-name which is recognised throughout the UK, and also far beyond. When you buy from Maplin Website you wont be disappointed!

Universal Stereo Pre-Amplifier ( Stereo Pre-amp ), at Maplin
· A universal low noise stereo pre-amplifier A universal low noise stereo pre-amplifier.

Hybrid - The Next Generation Rechargeable Battery ( Hybrid 9V PP3 200mAh ), at Maplins
· Hybrid batteries are the next generation of rechargeable batteries combining the benefits of alkaline batteries with the performance of rechargeable batteries· Supplied fully charged and ready to use out of the box · Can be used to power low drain devices clocks remote controls as well as high drain devices digital cameras· Long storage and shelf life and retain their charge for up to 12 months · Use with any NiMH battery charger· Provide high power even at low temperatures down to -10anddegC· Re-charged over and over again - up to 1000 times · Low cost per use less than 2p per charge in comparison to disposable alkaline batteries· Long life cycle and use of non-toxic materials makes them the eco-friendly alternative to disposable alkaline batteries Whereas standard rechargeable batteries must be charged before first use Hybrid batteries are supplied fully charged and ready to use. They have a very slow discharge rate and can retain their charge for up to 12 months which makes them ideal for use in a wide range of devices. They are suitable for use in high drain applications such as digital cameras as well as low drain devices such as clocks and remote controls. Hybrid batteries perform especially well in low temperatures - as low as -10anddegC - making them ideal for outdoor use in winter as well as in high temperatures during the summer.Hybrid batteries can be used in any standard battery charger with a charge time of 1 hour or more but it is not recommended to charge the batteries in a 30-minute or 15-minute charger as this could affect the battery performance.With up to 1000 life cycles these batteries can be charged over and over again which means their cost per use is much lower than a disposable alkaline battery approximately 2p per charge per cell and as they contain no harmful materials and are recyclable they are the environmentally friendly option.

Soft-Sided Hand-Held Enclosures ( Box 1553DTBUBK ), at Maplins
· New colours· Ergonomically designed for hand-held comfort· Available with or without battery compartment· Moulded in ABS plastic· Includes removable front panel The 1553 series enclosure is ergonomically designed for hand-held comfort. The Enclosures are moulded in general purpose ABS Plastic with a soft plastic over mould side grip. The top cover is recessed for use with a membrane display or keypad and the PC board standoffs are moulded into the case.

Racing Team Manager ( Racing Team Manager ), at Maplin
· Extensive management simulation for racing enthusiasts· Take over an existing team or establish your own racing team· Construct your own cars from 16 different components· Get involved and give instructions in the ongoing race· Multiplayer mode for up to 2 players via LAN or internet· 17 racetracks more than 170 drivers and 370 other team members· Editor for adapting driver and team properties Take control of a team or establish a racing team of your own. Excel in clever negotiations with drivers suppliers and sponsors. Participate in the research and development of new cutting-edge technology and create an ideal setup. As the boss of the team you get to decide on the right strategy and manage the success of your drivers on racing weekends. You keep an overview during training qualification and actual races.

BC Coloured Pygmy Bulbs ( 15W BC Blue Pygmy ), at Maplins
· Ideal for use in confined spaces· Bayonet Cap base fitting· Rated at 15W · Available in amber red blue green and pink Five standard bayonet BC fitting pygmy bulbs suitable for use in confined spaces and used extensively in display cabinets etc.

Solar System Kit ( Solar System Kit ), at Maplins
· Build and paint your own working solar system· Planets orbit around the solar powered "sun"· Sun drives a motor so the planets actually move· Includes 6 colours of opaque acrylic paint and paintbrush· Detailed instruction manual supplied

275A Battery Switch ( 275A Battery Switch ), at Maplins
· Heavy duty battery isolation switch· Designed for use in static and portable applications including· Ideal for standby DC systems boats vehicles caravans and RVs· All battery banks should have a form of isolation for safety purposes· Suitable for 12 24 32 and 48V DC systems· Can be panel or surface mounted· Knob is removable for security· For indoor and outdoor use SpecificationsDimensions 68 x 68 x 110mmRating 275A continuous 455A intermittent 1250A surgeConnections 2 x M10 tin plated copper studs

12/24V Outdoor Digital Aerial ( 12/24V Outdoor Aer ), at Maplin
· Lightweight compact waterproof and anti-UV housing design· Suitable for indoor and outdoor operations· Ideal for all applications including truck car boat motorhome caravan or home· Pole mounting installation for home or caravan· Suction cup installation for any smooth surface e.g. truck or car windscreen· Covers UHF 470-870MHz and VHF 47-230MHz· Low noise 20-3dB gain amplifier· Includes dual voltage 1224V cigarette lighter power lead The DTV-1000 has been specifically designed for digital TV reception. It has an integrated low-noise amplifier which can be powered either by the antenna power out option on your set top box digital TV or even via the 12V or 24V DC power cord supplied. With the flexible and varied mounting options the DTV-1000 is the simplest way to enjoy digital TV at home away or on the move

Watering Lance Head ( Watering Lance Head ), at Maplin
· 9 dial watering lance with flexible head· 710mm - 1060mm telescopic with universal coupling· Aluminium tube and cup· 9 adjustable patterns

Square Push-to-Make Switch ( Square Push Red ), at Maplins
· Push-to make non-locking switch with a large square button· Available in black and red.· Rated 1.5A AC 250 V.

Lead-Free Silver Solder ( Silver Solder Tube ), at Maplin
· A lead-free alloy solder containing a non-corrosive flux· Improved conductivity and flow· Lower melting point This solder is 4 silver 95.5 tin and 0.5 copper. We recommend this solder for use with the iron-clad and nickel-clad bits supplied with our soldering irons. Solder is available in 1mm 100g 250g and 500g reels. The high silver content improves the conductivity of the solder and lowers the melting point improving the flow.

Digital Video 60min 3Pack ( Dig Video 60min 3PK ), at Maplin
· High performance metal evaporated tape for use with MiniDV camcorders· Unsurpassed picture definition and digital sound quality· Available in 60 minutes· LP compatible giving 90 minutes

Who Do You Think You Are?™ Family Tree Maker™ Version 4 ( Family Tree Maker ), at Maplin
· Family Tree Makerand153 2010 the latest version of the Worlds No.1 selling family history software· Includes 1-month FREE Essentials Membership to Ancestry.co.uk· Family trees of the celebrities featured in the first 6 BBC TV Series· Video clips from the first 6 BBC TV Series

Crimp Tool for Modular RJ45 Connectors ( FCC68 Crimp 8P8C ), at Maplins
· Suitable for use with FCC68 modular connectors · Can be used on computers and American telephones· Crimps 8-position modular plugs· Spring loaded handles for automatic opening· Cuts and strips with the 2 separate blades built into the handle· Manufactured from 2.5mm steel· Overall length 200mm A crimping tool for use with FCC68 modular connectors which are used on computers and American telephones. This model crimps 8 position modular plugs. Simply place the plug with the cable in the tool and squeeze the grips together thus causing the plug to bite into the cable.The handles are spring loaded for automatic opening. Wire can be stripped and cut with two separate blades built into the handle. Made from 2.5mm steel with comfortable plastic grip. Overall length 200mm.

VHS to DVD Convertor with Freeview and HDMI ( B Grade DVD VCR HDMI ), at Maplin
· DVD and VCR combo that includes digital Freeview receiver· HDMI upscaling to get the best picture out of your HDTV· Easily transfer your classic VHS collection to DVD at the touch of a button· Record and play on both and - DVD media and VHS so never worry about which media to purchase again· USB 2.0 input with DivX playback capability· Built-in Freeview tuner gets you set for digital· IEEE1394 iLink Firewire input for digital camcorders· Standalone DVD recorder and VHS recorder - record digital TV or external input to either format· SP and LP recording function using the VCR· 6-head VCR for the best quality picture and sound· Up to 8 hours recording time on a DVD· One-touch record OTR of VCR to DVD and DVD to VCR copy· Progressive scan for improved picture quality· Dolby DTS Digital 5.1 compatible· 3D virtual surround sound of 2-channel audio· User-friendly menu - up to 14 languages· NTSC playback on a PAL TV· 2 years warranty If you are after a machine which will enable you to continue to watch your classic VHS collection whilst futureproofing yourself for digital TV - this is the product for youIt features a Freeview digital tuner giving you access to over 40 digital-quality TV stations. Whats more is that you can record onto DVD or VHS never miss your favourite show again.The machine will also archive your home video collection transferring from analogue VHS to digital DVD - your videos will no longer degrade and will be playable for the decades to come. Playable disc types DVD DVDRW DVDR DVD-R DVD-RW SUPER VCD VCD AUDIO CD MP3 CD CD-R CD-RW JPEG DivX Will not allow copyrighted material to be transferred

14.8V 4400mAh L/top Batt Asus L4, L4000 Series ( Asus L/Top Batt 11 ), at Maplin
· Quality laptop battery for this specific make of laptop

10.8V 3600mAh L/top Batt Toshiba Portege 2000, 2010 ( Toshiba L/Top Batt 6 ), at Maplins
A Laptop Battery for the Toshiba Portege 2000 2010

5A and 10A Miniature Relay ( 6V/6A Min Relay ), at Maplin
A PCB mounting miniature relay with single pole change over contacts rated at either 5A at 240Vac 24Vdc or 10A at 110Vac24Vdc coil voltages 6V and 12V. The relay is fully enclosed and contacts are silver.

Cassette Head Cleaner ( Cassette Cleaner ), at Maplin
· Cleans tape heads for clearer sound · Regular use prolongs cassette and tape head life This cassette contains a special head cleaning tape. The cassette is supplied with a bottle of head cleaning fluid.

3mm Superbright Orange-Red LED ( 3mm Red LED ), at Maplin
· Super luminosity· Water clear package· UV resistant all resin moulded for outdoor use

1m Digital Optical Audio Lead ( Value TOS 1m ), at Maplin
· Optical signal cable· Designed for use with audio equipment with digital optical inouts TOS connections· Ideal for use with surround sound systems Optical signal cable designed of use with digital audio equipment using TOSlink connections.

Cable Clips ( Clip Flat 9mm 100pk ), at Maplin
· Cost-effective and high quality· Quick and easy to use· Wide range of sizes and colours Manufactured in tough polypropylene with a pre-inserted hardened masonary nail. Available for round or flat cables in white brown or black as follows

150mA Ultra Low Dropout Positive Voltage Regulator ( TS2950CT-5.0 ), at Maplins
· Extremely low quiescent current· Low dropout voltage· Extremely tight load and line regulation· Very low temperature coefficient· Needs only 1uF for stability· Use as regulator or reference· Stable with low ESR output capacitors· Current and thermal limiting These devices are an excellent choice for use in battery powered applications such as cordless telephones radio control systems portable computers etc. They feature very low quiescent current 75uA typ. and very low dropout voltage typ. 40uV at light load and 380mV at 100mA. Both devices are offered in a 3-pin TO-92 style package.

Wireless Converter Kit ( Wireless PIR ), 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.

2-Way Telephone Conversation Recorder ( 2 Way Phone Recorder ), at Maplins
· Ideal for telesales training analysing telephone calls and recording important business transactions· Fully automatic recording system· Professional sound quality· Two speed control· Silent monitoring facility· Standard cassette tape included· BABT approved for connection Automatically records a two-way telephone conversation starts recording the conversation when the handset is lifted and stops when it is replaced. Can be manually switched too. The two-speed control allows the doubling of the standard recording time. The silent monitoring facility enables a third person to listen in on a conversation.

Rectifier Diode ( P600D ), at Maplins
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6-Way Mains Conditioner with 2 x USB charging sockets ( 6W Profi AV PC Surge ), at Maplin
· Improves picture and sound quality from AV and hifi equipment· Cleans filters and removes noise from the mains supply· Protects computers audio visual devices monitors and more against damaging surge spikes· 2 USB power ports to charge electronic devices such as MP3 players iPods and mobile phones etc.· Negates the need to turn your laptop or PC on to charge USB devices· Circuit breaker with reset button· Onoff switch· Surge active LED This product is designed to protect your electronic equipment from power surges and spikes which can cause damage over time. The built-in EMIRFI noise filter eliminates harmful electromagnetic and radio frequency interference that can affect high tech electronic devices to improve picture and sound quality from your equipment. It also features 2 built-in USB power ports which are ideal for powering and charging any electronic device that is supplied with a USB cable. You can now charge your mobile phone iPod or MP3 player without having to turn your laptop or desktop PC on.The built-in circuit breaker interrupts the power should one or more of the power sockets be overloaded. The red surge active LED indicates the sockets are connected to the mains and are surge protected. The green LED indicates the unit is grounded and the wiring is correct.

11.1V 4800mAh L/top Batt Acer TravelMate 3000 ( Acer L/Top Batt 44 ), at Maplin
· Quality laptop battery for this specific make of laptop

HC CMOS Logic, 74HCXXX ( 74 HC 373 N ), at Maplin
· HC High-speed CMOS offers low power and high-noise immunity of CMOS at the speed and performance of low-power Schottky

Polypropolene Capacitors with Metal Foil ( 2000V 6800pF PolyP ), at Maplin
· Extremely high pulse duty· Self-healing· Internal series connection· Very low dissipation factor· Negative capacitance versus temperature· RoHS compliant 200295EC These capacitors are ideal for high pulse high frequency applications such as switch mode power supplies converters in drives and power electronics deflection systems in monitors and TV sets and electronic ballasts

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.