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Serial Gender Changer 9-pin to PS/2 ( D 9(F)-PS/2(F) Adp ), at Maplins
· Convertors for use with serial RS232 equipment where a conversion between a 9-pin and PS2 connection is required· 9-pin female to PS2 female order code L77BT · 9-pin male to PS2 male order code L78BT Convertors for use with serial RS232 equipment to be used with where a conversion between a 9 pin and PS2 connection is required.2 versions are available L77BT - 9 pin Female to PS2 MaleL78BT - 9 pin Male to PS2 Female

Thumbwheel Switches ( End Cheeks ), at Maplin
A thumbwheel edge switch in a black plastic housing. This high quality switch has gold-plated contacts on both the PCB and wiper to ensure reliable operation. The numbers 0 to 9 appear in the aperture in the front as the aperture is revolved and the operation is smooth and positive. The switches are front panel mounting with snap-in fixings and can be snapped together to form a bank of switches if desired.Connections are made as follows

14.4V 4400mAh L/top Batt Fujitsu Siemens Amilo M7440 ( Fujitsu L/Top Batt23 ), at Maplin
· Quality laptop battery for this specific make of laptop

ABS Boxes with Polished Finish ( BM22 ABS Box White ), at Maplin
A range of three moulded ABS plastic boxes with a polished finish. Each box is rectangular and consists of two halves. The lid is retained by 4 x 3.5mm countersunk plated screws. The upper part of the box has a lip running internally around the edge this is to ensure that both parts slot together. Due to the construction of the boxes the maximum size of a rectangular PCB board fitted horizontally is less than the internal dimensions see dimensions below. Type BM12 is provided with slots in the base for holding vertically either three or five depending on orientation 2mm thick PCBs. Type BM22 has slots in both halves. Type BM11 is available in white Order Code CC81C and black Order Code N46CA.

1:32 Scale MGB Roadster ( MGB Roadster ), at Maplin
· Skill Level 1 Skill Level 1 being the easiest and 4 being for the more experienced modeller· Dimensions 121l x 47wmm· Number of parts 62· Requires painting - paints and brushes included The Roadster was the first of the MGB range to be produced. The body was a pure two seater. Compared to the MGA the suspension was softer giving a smoother ride and the larger engine gave a slightly higher top speed. Set includes paint poly cement and brush.

13A Rubber Trailing Single Sockets ( Trailing Skt Wht ), at Maplins
A range of 2 single 13A sockets moulded in unbreakable rubber. Designed to be fitted to the end of an extension lead these sockets are available in white and black.

13A Rubber Plugs ( 13A Rubber Plug Blk ), at Maplins
A range of two 13A mains plug moulded in unbreakable rubber and fitted with a 13A fuse and cord grip. Available in white and black. These plugs conform to BS1363A.

1A Regulated Car Power Adaptor ( Reg Car Power Adptr ), at Maplin
· 1000mA regulated power supply across all voltages· Includes 6 of the most popular power tips for personal stereos CD players etc.· DC 1.5 3 4.5 6 9 and 12V voltage settings· Eliminates the need for expensive batteries· Fused cigarette lighter plug for extra protection

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

Loudspeaker Lever Terminals ( Lever Term 2-Way Rnd ), at Maplin
· Spring loaded lever action with quick connection terminals that will hold wires in a vice-like grip· 2-way lever terminal on a round mounting plate has one red and one black lever marked and - and INPUT· Overall diameter is 74mm and requires a 50mm diameter panel cut-out· Fixing centres 43.5 x 43.5mm x 3mm clear· Overall depth 28mm

Digital Box with USB PVR for Free Satellite TV ( FTA SD Satellite Box ), at Maplin
· Provides digital free-to-air satellite reception· Use a redundant Sky dish and plug in this receiver to get free satellite digital TV · No contract required to receive Free Satellite digital TV in standard definition· USB PVR function - plug in an external hard drive to record digital satellite TV · PowerSearch - never scan for channels again automatically scans in standby· 5000 channel memory TV and radio· 7-day EPG Electronic Programme Guide· PIG Picture in Graphic· Twin SCART video ouput· PowerScan - makes searching for new channels easy· Channel switching in less than a second· Last channel memory and multi-language display· Fully compliant with MPEG-2 digital and DVB broadcasting· 950-2150 MHz input frequency· Upgrading through RS-232 STB to STB PC to STB· Auto DiSEqC search 128 satellites· USALS compatible· Built-in games sudoku othello tetris

Snap-in Illuminated Miniature Round Rocker Switches ( ILL Rnd Rocker Sw Gn ), at Maplins
A range of illuminated miniature round faced rocker switches which snap-in a 20.4mm diameter hole. Body has a 2mm wide locating lug for which a slot must be provided in the edge of the hole to prevent rotation. Available in red green and blue with a SPST contact configuration. Connections are 4.8mm push-on style terminals which can be soldered. Contacts are rated at 10A 125Vac 6A 250Vac.

6-Way Individually Switched Surge Extension Lead ( 6W Switched Surge ), at Maplin
· Extend your connectivity help save the environment and money· 6 sockets that can be individually switched on and off· Save money and energy by switching individual appliances off standby· Green surge active indicator to ensure surge protection is still active· Protect valuable equipment and data from being damaged by electrical surges and spikes· Power on neon indicator · 2m of cable with fitted plug Now you can switch individual sockets on or off from this surge protection socket.Devised to cater for the growing demand by Government and other GreenCarbon reduction advice websites to switch products off at the mains ensuring that energy isnt leaking away unnecessarily. Many appliances on standby and specially those with a charger or external power pack may still use power unless turned off at the plug. Also allowing switching products onoff in sequence for technical reasons.

High Gain Wideband Analogue/Digital TV Aerial with Fixing Kit ( 52EL Dig Aerial &Fix ), at Maplins
· 52 elements including 8 reflector elements for use in areas with a weak signal reception· No need for an amplifier in most signal areas due to the high gain· Improves all available analogue and digital terrestrial UHF TV signals· Snap to fit parts for quick installation· Pre wired water tight balun assembly guarantees premium signal reception in all weather conditions· Long lasting zinc-coated alloy extends aerial life· Adjustable clamp for easy fine tuning and accurate setup· Full installation instructions included· Frequency range 470MHz to 854MHz channels 21 to 68· Max forward gain of 13.6 dBi· PCB balun· CAI standard 2 · Kit Contains front boom rear boom joining clamp assembly reflector arms reflector bracket assembly reflector elements director elements pre wired balun wall mounting assembly masonry screws rawl plugs wood screws adjustable boom clamp 10m coax cable coax connector and cable clips.

R63 Reflector Bulbs ( 60W 63mm ES Spot ), at Maplins
· 63mm R39 Reflectors· BC B22 and ES E27 fittings· Diffused finish

Telephone/Modem Double daptor ( Phone/Modem Doubler ), at Maplin
This double adaptor is designed to enable a telephone and modem to be plugged into the same socket. The plug side of the adaptor is a standard BT style plug and the socket side consists of one BT style socket for the telephone and one RJ11 style socket for the modem.

Wren Building Mount Kit ( N56GF Extension 2Pk ), at Maplin
· Designed to mount the Wren micro-turbine to an existing structure · Complete with anti-vibration materials to prevent transmission of vibration and noise · Heavy-duty steel zinc plated and powder coated for corrosion resistance · Can withstand high wind loadings· Maximum pole length above upper bracket · 48mm outer diameter tube required sold separately Please note It is unsuitable for use with friable mortar sand lime mortar aerated concrete blocks. Roof-mounting a small wind turbine should always be considered a last resort. A 200mm extension bar to push the mount away from the building is available Order Code N57GF

Mini Flash Card Adaptors ( Micro SD to MS Duo ), at Maplin
· 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

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

Hexbug Original ( Hexbug Original ), at Maplins
· Crawling bugs· Bump sensor feelers help it avoid obstacles· Change its direction by clapping or making noise· Fits in your hand· Batteries included HEXBUG feels its way around sensing objects in its path and avoiding them. And it can even hear You can control where it scurries through a hand clap loud noise or table slap. The robotic bug will travel forward until it hits an obstacle or hears a loud noise. It will then backup in a half circle and then move forward in a different direction. HEXBUG comes in five distinct shapes and colors.

Heat-Shrinkable Sleeving ( 3.5mm Heatshrink 5m ), 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 -55anddegC125anddegC Shrinking Temperature Start at 70anddegC and shrunk totally at 115anddegC Shrink Ratio 21

20mm Glass Quickblow (F) ( 20mm QB 160ma 10 PK ), at Maplin
A range of fuses with nickel-finish brass end caps overall size 20 x 5mm diameter. Designed to IEC127 with SEMKO UL BSI and VDE approvals. Rated at 250Vac with a breaking capacity of 35A or 10 times the rated current whichever is greater.Available in the following ratings100mA 150mA 160mA 200mA 250mA 315mA 400mA 500mA 630mA 800mA 1A 1.25A 1.6A 2A 2.5A 3.15A 4A 5A 6.3A 10ASupplied in packs of 10.

1A Silicon Rectifiers ( 1N4001S ), at Maplins
· Low forward voltage drop· High current capability· High reliability· High surge current capability· 0.6mm diameter leads

PCI Express Card (Express Cardbus Reader) ( PCIE Express Reader ), at Maplin
· Allows Express cards to be read on a standard desktop PC· For use with Express cardBus devices· Installs into the PCI-E X1 port in your PC· Includes a USB A to A cable for power

E-Blue CADENA 41-in-1 Compact Card Reader ( Cadena Card Reader ), at Maplin
· Multi-slot USB card reader writer· Major cards supported SD Mini SD MMC Micro SD MMC Mobile Memory Stick MS Duo· High-speed USB 2.0· Compact design making it easy to carry· Quality E-Blue Japanese design

16-Piece Hole Saw Kit ( 16pc Hole Saw Kit ), at Maplin
· Cut smooth accurate holes through up to 1 inch thick wood and plasterboard· Includes 12 cutting heads from 34 inch to 5 inch diameter and all the bits you need to connect them to your drill Saw sizes 34 78 1 114 112 134 2 212 3 312 4 and 5.

5.1 Channel USB Adaptor ( 5.1 Channel USB Adpt ), at Maplin
· Enjoy virtual 5.1 channel surround effect through your stereo headphones or PC speakers· Connect to your PC or notebook· True plug and play device via USB 2.0· No external power required utilises USB bus power· Windows 98ME2000XP compatible

Universal SCART Lead ( SCART - SCART 1.5m ), at Maplins
· Universal fully-wired SCART cable· High grip SCART connector no more plugs falling out of the socket· 24K hard gold-plated connectors· High-quality oxygen-free copper OFC multi-strand cable· Lifetime warranty· Durable and highly flexible PVC outer jacket· Pure copper braid and aluminium foil dual shielding to block RFIEMI interference· Suitable for all SCART-SCART connections including composite S-VHS and RGB· Available in 5 lengths including extra-short and extra-long The Nikkai Pure Connectivity SCART interconnect is fully wired and individually screened for maximum signal fidelity. The individual cable cores are specifically designed for video and audio signals respectively. This high quality SCART lead provides the ideal upgrade from the lower quality interconnects supplied with most video equipment. Available in five lengths 0.75m 1.5m 3m 5m and 10m.

PT-90 Handheld Label Printer ( 12mm Black on White ), at Maplins
· From food containers to files and CDs this labeller is the best way to keep everything tidy and organised· 9 print styles and 3 print sizes· 7 frames backgrounds· 12 characters x 1 line display· Large LCD display makes it easy to preview your label before printing· QWERTY style keyboard· Tape width 9 12mm· 7.5 mmsec print speed· Uses 4 x AAA batteries With its ergonomic design and stylish looks the PT-90 is just whats needed to organise your home and home office. Its lightweight easy to use and compact enough to be hand-held or used on a desk top. It can print labels with two lines and has a The many special features include icons symbols frames and lots of useful characters for adding that personal touch to your label. Uses M-type label tapes.

Conduit Racking ( Conduit Racking25x60 ), at Maplins
Plastic slotted conduit which is useful for forming wiring around rack type applications quickly and easily without the prolific use of cable ties.As supplied the conduit can be used with cables up to 8mm in diameter. Larger cables may be accommodated by snapping out sections of the conduit. The conduit has additional slots in the base of the channel for fixing purposes. Available in two sizes 25 x 60mm and 25 x 30mm.

DVD-RW 8cm 3-Pack ( 8CM DVD-RW 3 Pack ), at Maplin
· 8cm DVD-RW for use in digital camcorders· 4x recording speed · 1.4GB or 30 minutes of recording time

DigiSender Zentrum HQ Wireless Video Sender ( DigiSender Zentrum ), at Maplin
· Watch your satellite cable DVD VCR and camcorder anywhere in your home without using wires· What you watch in your bedroom will not interfere with the source selected on your main TV and vice versa· Use your existing remote controls from any room in your home· Connect your satellitecable DVDR VCR and TV simultaneously using the 4 built-in SCART connections· 2 remote controls included allow you to select separately which source you watch both in your lounge and in your bedroom· Widescreen and RGB compatible· High quality pictures and stereosurround sound· Receiver features SCART and phono videohi-fi stereo outputs The key to centralising your home entertainment sytem. The Digisender Zentrum boasts many features and has an in-built copy function that manages transfers from satellite cable and camcorder to VCRDVDR recordings and does not effect what is being watched on your main or second TVAlso has camcorder games console support with front mounted RCA videoleft and right audio also suitable for other devices featuring RCA AudioVideo outputs

M66T Simple Melody Generator ( M66/T-283 ), 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

500GB FreeAgent® GoFlex™ ProUltra-portable Drive with Dock ( 500 GoFlexPro w/Dock ), at Maplin
· This ultra-upgradable ultra-portable hard drive makes it easy to store and backup anytime anywhere· USB 2.0 plug-and-play· Black casing· Easy-to-use preloaded backup software with encryption· Upgrade to USB 3.0 FireWire 800 or powered eSATA or access content over the network and on TV· Store or back up photos movies music and documents· Carry files with you while on-the-go· Access your files with both PC and Mac computers· Includes intelligent desktop dock with capacity gauge· 3-year limited warranty Protect store and do more with the worlds most upgradeable drive.The GoFlex Pro ultra-portable drive delivers premium backup with encryption which automatically and continuously protects all the files on your computer. The preloaded software also allows you to easily sync files between your computer and GoFlex Pro drive so that you will have the latest files while on-the-go. The GoFlex Pro includes a convenient desktop dock with built-in capacity gauge which allows you to easily view your drives remaining storage capacity. But this is no ordinary external drive. As the core of the GoFlex Storage System the GoFlex Pro drive is the worlds most upgradeable external drive allowing it to deliver a truly customizable experience.Access files with the interface of your choice.Use the standard USB 2.0 interface or upgrade to USB 3.0 FireWire 800 or powered eSATA by pairing the drive with the appropriate GoFlex upgrade cable. Combining the GoFlex Pro ultra-portable drive with a GoFlex upgrade cable allows you to take advantage of the high-performance 7200RPM drive inside which delivers up to 40 faster file transfer speeds than the standard GoFlex drive.Free your files.With the included NTFS driver for Mac you can now interchangeably store and access files from PC and Mac computers without reformatting. Once the NTFS driver is simply installed on your Mac computer it allows you to access and store files in a PC compatible format. Reformatting to HFS required to use backup software for Mac or Time Machine softwareExtend your content beyond the PC.The GoFlex ultra-portable drive is the heart of the GoFlex Storage System and by combining it with other GoFlex Storage System products you can enjoy your content on your TV access files from any PC or Mac computer on your network from a mobile device or via the internet while on-the-go.

Encore ‘Play Now’ Acoutsic Guitar Pack ( Encore Acou Gtr Pack ), at Maplins
· The ultimate beginners acoustic guitar· Acoustic guitar set guitar pitch pipe bag plectrum and instructional DVD· Full-size steel strung western guitar · Brightly toned laminated spruce top mated to eco-conscious nato back sides and neck· Fitted with DAquisto strings· Vintage style contoured body for maximum comfort whilst playing· 648mm scale length - graphite nut· Kinsman carry bag· Guitar tech guitar strap Anyone wishing to buy an acoustic guitar either to learn on or as a present is faced with a number of perplexing questions especially if they have no guitar playing knowledge to speak of. Whats the best guitar for learning on How do I tune it up What will I do when I need new strings What do I ask for Encores superb Play Now Acoustic Guitar Outfit has all you need to take those first vital guitar playing steps. Based around Encores acclaimed W255 full-size steel strung acoustic this exciting package will keep your guitar playing right on course

Metallised Polyester Film apacitors ( Polyester 0.022uF ), at Maplin
These capacitors consist of a low-inductive wound cell of metallised PETP film. They are designed for use on PCBs for coupling and decoupling applications.

2m 3-Way IEC Surge-Protected Power Lead ( IEC 3way Surge ), at Maplin
· Neater and simpler mains connection· Ideal for computer installations· Non-rewirable 13A mains plug with surge protection feature· Protects your computer equipment from damaging mains spikes· E-joint to 3 x IEC C13 straight female connectors· 1.4m of cable between plug and E-joint· 0.85m of cable between each C13 connector and E-joint

38 x 38 x 38mm Cooling Fan ( 38x38x38mm Fan ), at Maplins
· Ideal for use on PCs and for cooling chipsets· Includes 3 to 4-pin adapter· Long-life ever lubricant design · Speed 8000 RPM· Voltage 12V

Adjustable Speaker Wall Mounts ( Speaker Brackets 5kg ), at Maplin
· High grade glass-reinforced nylon for strength and durability· Ball joint for maximum adjustability· Maximum load 5kg 11lbs Supplied as a pair these include wall plugs and screws and a wide range of means of attaching speakers. Back plate measures 93 x 52mm and the maximum stand-off is 90mm.

Metal Phono Line Socket ( Metal Phono Skt Red ), at Maplins
A screened in-line phono socket with a metal barrel and coiled spring cable relief sleeve. Available with colour-coded identification bands in red and white.

14.4V 4500mAh L/top Batt Lenovo ThinkPad X41 Tablet (Extra Cap) ( Lenovo L/Top Batt 7 ), at Maplins
· Quality laptop battery for this specific make of laptop

D Size Battery Holders ( 1D Battery Box ), at Maplin
A range of battery holders to suit standard D size batteries. In the table below the Type column indicates how many batteries fit each holder. The holders are moulded in black polythene.Type180Size mm446Connection684CodeD x 118 A range of battery holders to suit standard D size batteries. In the table below the Type column indicates how many batteries fit each holder. The holders are moulded in black polythene.

Coloured Boots for RJ45 Connectors ( RJ45 Hood Black 10Pk ), at Maplin
These coloured boots give a clear visual indication of the structure of interconnections from patch panels and wall outlets to workstations. Available in the following colours red grey blue black and yellow.Supplied in packs of 10.

Sub-Miniature Probe Clips ( Sub-Min Probe Red ), at Maplin
Ideally suited for use with our extra flexible wire these probe clips feature a spring-loaded wire hooked probe which retracts into the probe moulding. Available in black and red. Probe material is phosphor bronze plate 0.3mm thick. Housing is nylon. Sold individually.

Black Reading Glasses ( Black Glasses +3.5 ), at Maplin
· Comfortable black plastic frame· Clear lenses· Available in 6 different strengths

Sub-Miniature Toggle Switches ( Sub-Min Toggle H ), at Maplin
· A range of toggle switches in SPDT and DPDT with a variety of switching actions· Switches have chrome-plated brass dolly and silver-plated contacts A range of toggle switches in SPDT and DPDT with a variety of switching actions. Switches have chrome- plated brass dolly and silver-plated contacts.

Polypropolene Capacitors with Metal Foil ( 1250V 0.047uF PolyP ), at Maplins
· 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

DIN Line Socket ( DIN Line Scket 6-Pin ), at Maplins
DIN standard sockets with solder terminals.

LED PDA Stylus 3 Pack ( LED PDA Stylus 3pk ), at Maplin
· Unique 3 pack PDA stylus pens· Includes fantastic white LED stylus pen ball point pen and reset stylus classic original stylus· Compatible with Palm m500m505Vxm125i705m100m105IBM seriesHandspring Visor seriesSony Clie series The fantastic LED stylus pen saves your PDA operating time when you are out and helps you click correctly and hand write easily in dark areas without scratching your screen. The LED light is comfortable on the eye to prevent glare.The ball point pen is handy for taking notes any time you need and includes a reset pin for resetting your PDA. There is also a classic original stylus pen included for everyday use also with the reset pin.

Bay Cooler ( Bay Cooler (3) ), at Maplin
· Contains 3 x 40mm fans· Fits into a standard 5.25" bay This PC Bay Cooler is designed to fit into a 5.25" bay even if a 3.5" hard drive lurks behind it

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