HOUSEHOLD SOCKETS

A handy space-saver, this 6-outlet tap expands a double outlet (with grounded plugs) to take (6) grounded plugs. In off-white plastic, it measures 4-3/4" x 3-1/8" x 1-1/4" thick, with the outlets on the long sides. The plugs run in the same direction, along the long axis. Can also be flush-mounted if you remove the existing wall plate, since it will take a long screw (not included) through to the outlet threads. Rated for a maximum of 15A. Great for behind furniture, TVs, etc. UL.

Converts (1) grounded outlet to (3) outlets, oriented so that the plugs you add run along the wall, not perpendicular to it. In dark green, with a 15A maximum. Indoor use only. UL.

No funny business here folks. Just the facts. Ivory colored standard medium base 2-outlet socket adapter. Turns any medium base outlet into a 2 prong socket for plugging stuff in. It's also a pass--through for the bulb. From General Electric. 660Watt/120VAC max receptacles and 250Watt/120VAC max socket. 

This programmable digital timer from Velleman® plugs into a standard wall outlet and has a max load of 1800 watts/15 amps. Has a large LCD display, (10) daily or weekly on/off programs with a minimum time interval of (1) minute, 12- and 24-hour modes and a daylight savings function. In understated white plastic with black buttons, it measures 5” x 2-1/2” x 3”. Comes with instructions, and the internal rechargeable battery that keeps the display on will need about a 8 hour charge, so just leave it plugged in.

Why curse the darkness when you can light these 120V 10W candelabra bulbs in the electric candelabra you build. Which you can do because each bulb comes in a matching socket, dark brown, 1-1/8" tall x 13/16" dia with steel wings to compress it into a fitting. Each socket is rated for up to 75W and has quick-disconnect terminals on the bottom. UL.

Surge potential is all around us, just waiting to surge. This 125-volt, 15-amp surge protector with (5) pigtail outlets from General Electric can take up to 540 joules via ceramic MOVs. Voltage protection rated for up to 400 volts between the (3) legs. Has a 3-foot main power cord with staggered pigtail lengths. UL.

This panel-mount, grounded outlet from Eagle Electronics is rated for up 15A at 125V, and measures 1” square. You’ll need 1-1/2” clearance on the back. Has a pair of retaining clips, (2) spade terminals and a ground screw. UL/CSA.

Call us dim bulbs and we won’t argue. We’ll just let you pick from our selection of dimmers. All of them are made for standard electrical boxes, and you'll need 1-3/8” back clearance. All are good with incandescents but not CFLs, and can be used with LEDs, but will then not fade to total black. All include wiring instructions, screws and wire nuts and are UL listed. The rotary dimmer is for for ceiling or wall-mounted light fixtures up to 600W (400W for multi-gang), and has a push-switch for master power. The dual slide one is for (2) 120V fixtures up to 300W, and has a full-off switch at one end of the faders. The 700W slide dimmer for a light fixture has an SPST rocker switch and is OK for single or 3-way wiring, although multi-gang wiring will be lower wattage. The toggle dimmer is rated at up to 600W, and has a full-off position at the bottom of the throw.

An 11/16" long x 7/16" ID steel socket for candelabra bulbs. Two tabs come up from the bottom to panel-mount it. Add power through another tab bent downward and one extending out to the side.

Make yourself a candle-free candelabra. Here's a head start with these 7/8" dia x 1-3/16" tall candelabra-base sockets. Rated for 70W at 125VAC, each has quick-disconnect terminals and (2) mounting wings. UL. You supply the piano.

Time was, these NEMA 10-20 female receptacles were standard for large air conditioners, and if you need one, we've got 'em. These are Hubbell brand, 3-screw terminal type with a pair of mounting holes on the sides. Rated for 10A at 250V and 15A at 125V.