5.5mm x 2.1mm Inline DC Power Switch | On/Off Toggle for Retro Computers & CCTV

£2.75

Stop the “Plug-and-Unplug” dance and save your vintage hardware!

This high-quality 5.5mm x 2.1mm Inline DC Power Switch adds a convenient on/off toggle to your setup, preventing the physical wear and tear that leads to cracked power sockets and expensive motherboard repairs.

  • Universal Fit: Standard 5.5mm x 2.1mm male-to-female barrel connectors.
  • Plug & Play: Sits right between your power supply and your device.
  • Hardware Safe: Perfect for the Amstrad CPC, ZX Spectrum (NOT +2 / +3), CCTV cameras, and LED strips.
  • Heavy Duty: Tactile rocker switch designed for daily use with 5V, 9V, or 12V supplies.

Protect your power rails and give your classic tech the power button it deserves.

 

10 in stock

Description

Protect Your Retro Hardware with an Inline DC Power Switch

Stop stressing the internal power sockets of your classic computers. The Inline DC Power Switch (5.5mm x 2.1mm) is the perfect solution for adding a physical on/off toggle to any device using a standard DC barrel jack. Constant plugging and unplugging can lead to cracked solder joints and motherboard damage—this simple extension cable takes the strain instead.

Key Features & Compatibility

  • Standard Fit: Features the universal 5.5mm x 2.1mm male-to-female barrel connectors.
  • Plug & Play: No soldering or technical knowledge required. Simply sit it between your power supply and the device.
  • Durable Toggle: High-quality rocker switch with a tactile “click” for reliable power control.
  • Retro Ready: Ideal for the Amstrad CPC 464/6128, ZX Spectrum (NOT +2 / +3), and various Commodore peripherals.
  • Multi-Purpose: Also works perfectly with LED light strips, CCTV cameras, monitors, and Arduino projects.

Technical Specifications

  • Connector Size: 5.5mm (Outer) x 2.1mm (Inner)
  • Type: DC Barrel Jack Extension with Rocker Switch
  • Voltage Support: Compatible with 5V, 9V, and 12V DC power supplies.

Colour: Black to match your existing cables.

 

 

Additional information

Weight0.027 g