Electrical/Lighting

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Designed to accent or light steps and pathways. It also serves a decorative function and is relatively easy to install. Don't install landscape...

Connects at a 90º angle. Has thick gaskets to make it impervious to moisture. Generally, an LB fitting is placed outside at the point where...

Used to interrupt the flow of electricity on cords, most often for lamps and appliances. A variety of styles are available, and they can...

Holds power for eight to 10 years on the shelf. Available in 9V. Used for cameras, watches and other items used repeatedly over a long period...

Safe for many outdoor lighting applications. Because of the low voltage, users will not receive an electric shock even if they touch the bare...

Also known as a surge suppressor or a power strip. Achieves the same purpose of a tap, but has a cord that plugs into an outlet and a strip of...

Like the table tap, it plugs into an existing outlet to increase the number of outlets at a location. It typically has four to six...

Primarily serve a security function, but there are a wide variety of systems, including: high–intensity discharge (HID) systems for mercury,...

Easy to use. Use inside and outside. Best for burying underground as it will not corrode with...

Connects to the power supply through the receptacle. Technically, it is a male receptacle. Available in polarized and non-polarized versions....

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