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=Disclaimers=
=Disclaimers=
The standard disclaimers pertaining to the information contained on this wiki page are listed [[Disclaimers | here.]]<br/>
The standard disclaimers pertaining to the information contained on this wiki page are listed [[Disclaimers | here.]]<br/>
'''THIS PAGE IS UNDER CONSTRUCTION AND IS NOT COMPLETE AND HAS NOT BEEN CHECKED FOR ERRORS YET!!'''<br/>


=SPT Wire  ( SPT-1 SPT-2 )=
=SPT Wire  ( SPT-1 SPT-2 )=
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==C7 Socket and C9 Socket==
==C7 Socket and C9 Socket==
C7 or C9 sockets are designed to go in the middle of a SPT wire of the correct matching size.  C7 or C9 sockets are polarized and it is important that you install the wire correctly to match the polarity of the wire and plug. The two vampire teeth are designed to each pierce one wire when they are installed.  You should look at the socket to identify which tooth is which.  
C7 or C9 sockets are designed to go in the middle of a SPT wire of the correct matching size.  C7 or C9 sockets are polarized and it is important that you install the wire correctly to match the polarity of the wire and plug. The two vampire teeth are designed to each pierce one wire when they are installed.  You should look at the socket to identify which tooth is which.  
*#One vampire tooth will connect to the terminal on the side wall of the socket, this is teh neutral terminal.  Generally it is attached to the ribbed wire on the SPT wire.   
*#One vampire tooth will connect to the terminal on the side wall of the socket, this is the neutral terminal.  Generally it is attached to the ribbed wire on the SPT wire.   
*#One vampire tooth will connect to the bottom contact in the socket, this is hot (or Line) terminal.  It is generally attached to the smooth wire  on the SPT wire.<br/>
*#One vampire tooth will connect to the bottom contact in the socket, this is the hot (or Line) terminal.  It is generally attached to the smooth wire  on the SPT wire.<br/>
[[File:C7-C9-Vampire-Front.jpg|200px]] [[File:C7-C9-Vampire.jpg|200px]] [[File:C7-Vampire-Inside.jpg|135px]]<br/>
[[File:C7-C9-Vampire-Front.jpg|200px]] [[File:C7-C9-Vampire.jpg|200px]] [[File:C7-Vampire-Inside.jpg|135px]]<br/>
==Fused Male/Female Plug==
One vendor sells [http://www.actionlighting.com/spt-1-spt-2-fused-male-vampire-zip-cord-plugs-green-pack-12-plugs-100sptplugf/ Fused male plugs] that can be added to SPT wire.
In 2013 a [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?25980-Fused-Male-Plug-2013-Group-Buy-Round-1&p=263759#post263759 group buy] took place that offered a [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?25476-Interest-Thread-Fused-Male-Plug&p=262376#post262376 Fused Male/Female Plug] similar to what is found on traditional incandescent light strings.  This new plug has built in fuses.  These plugs do not have traditional Vampire teeth, but instead are attached to the wire by either crimping or soldering.  They came in a Male/Female Plug with a 3A fuse and a Male Plug with a 5A fuse.
[[File:Double_3A_Fuse_Plug_(3).jpg|200px]] [[File:Double_3A_Fuse_Plug_(12).jpg|200px]] [[File:Single_5A_Fuse_Plug_(3).jpg|200px]]


=Installing Vampire Plugs / Sockets=
=Installing Vampire Plugs / Sockets=
<SPAN STYLE="color: red"><BLOCKQUOTE>'''''NEVER INSTALL A VAMPIRE FITTING ON A LIVE WIRE THAT IS PLUGGED IN OR POWERED!<BR/>  REMOVE ALL POWER BEFORE INSTALLING ANY VAMPIRE FITTING ON ANY WIRE!'''''</BLOCKQUOTE></span>
==Female Vampire==
==Female Vampire==
*# Inspect socket for cracks, damage, bent teeth or "Evil Vampires" (both teeth on the same side).  Confirm that the vampire is made for the wire type (SPT-1 or SPT-2) that you are using.
*# Inspect socket for cracks, damage, bent teeth or "Evil Vampires" (both teeth on the same side).  Confirm that the vampire is made for the wire type (SPT-1 or SPT-2) that you are using.
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=Vendors=
=Vendors=
These are selected wire and connectors from the various vendors with a mix of properties.  Visit their sites for the latest information and to see their entire product catalog.
These are selected wire and connectors from the various vendors with a mix of properties.  Visit their sites for the latest information and to see their entire product catalog.
SPT Wire,Vampire Sockets and Plugs are frequently available at preseason discounts during January and February from most vendors.


'''PLEASE CONFIRM ALL DETAILS WITH VENDOR BEFORE ORDERING!! ALL OF THIS DATA IS SUBJECT TO CONSTANT CHANGE AND MAY BE WRONG!!!'''
'''PLEASE CONFIRM ALL DETAILS WITH VENDOR BEFORE ORDERING!! ALL OF THIS DATA IS SUBJECT TO CONSTANT CHANGE AND MAY BE WRONG!!!'''
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Pricing is in US $.  Pricing is as of 02-11-13.   
Pricing is in US $.  Pricing is as of 02-11-13.   


'''PRICING DOES NOT INCLUDE SHIPPING, TAXES OR IMPORT DUTIES!'''   
'''PRICING DOES NOT INCLUDE SHIPPING, TAXES OR IMPORT DUTIES! COMPARE THE TOTAL SHIPPED COST!'''   


Shipping from overseas can be expensive, check with your vendor. '''WIRE IS HEAVY'''
Shipping from overseas can be expensive, check with your vendor. '''WIRE IS HEAVY'''
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| [http://www.creativedisplays.com Creative Displays] || SPT1 ||1000ft || [http://www.creativedisplays.com/product/310/WEATHER-X-ZIP-CORD/ link] || $200 || $0.20 || Green, White
| [http://www.creativedisplays.com Creative Displays] || SPT1 ||1000ft || [http://shop.creativedisplays.com/GREEN-OR-WHITE-SPT-1-ZIPCORD-ZIPCORD.htm link] || $200 || $0.20 || Green, White, uv resistant
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| [http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/catalog/servlet/Search?keyword=lamp%20wire Home Depot] || SPT1 ||250ft || [http://www.homedepot.com/h_d1/N-5yc1v/R-203387026/h_d2/ProductDisplay?keyword=49910385 link] || $42.70  || $0.17 || Black, 18AWG
| [http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/catalog/servlet/Search?keyword=lamp%20wire Home Depot] || SPT1 ||250ft || [http://www.homedepot.com/p/Southwire-250-ft-18-2-Lamp-Wire-Black-49910344/202316301 link] || $42.70  || $0.17 || Black, 18AWG
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| [http://lightyearcable.com/spt-lamp-cord/ LightYear Cable] || SPT1 ||1000ft || [http://lightyearcable.com/spt-lamp-cord/ link] || $86.70  || $0.09 || Black, 18AWG
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| [http://www.wlcventures.com WLCVentures] || SPT1 ||250ft || [http://wlcventures.com/zencart/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=7&products_id=131 link] || $42.99 || $0.17 || Green 18AWG  
| [http://www.thechristmaslightoutlet.com/ The Christmas Light Outlet] || SPT1 ||1000ft || [http://www.thechristmaslightoutlet.com/collections/spt1-bulk-wire/products/spt1-wire-lamp-cord-1000-12-green-wire link] || $159.95 || $0.16 || Green 18AWG
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| [http://www.radiant-holidays.com Radiant Holidays] || SPT1 ||250ft || [http://www.radiant-holidays.com link] || $42.99 || $0.17 || Green 18AWG  
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| [http://www.wlcventures.com WLCVentures] || SPT1 ||1000ft || [http://wlcventures.com/zencart/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=7&products_id=130 link] || $114.99 || $0.11 || Green 18AWG
| [http://www.radiant-holidays.com Radiant Holidays] || SPT1 ||1000ft || [http://www.radiant-holidays.com link] || $114.99 || $0.11 || Green 18AWG
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| [http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/catalog/servlet/Search?keyword=lamp%20wire Home Depot] || SPT2 ||250ft || [http://www.homedepot.com/h_d1/N-5yc1v/R-202206453/h_d2/ProductDisplay?keyword=252-1001G3 link] || $45.26  || $0.18 || Black 18AWG
| [http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/catalog/servlet/Search?keyword=lamp%20wire Home Depot] || SPT2 ||250ft || [http://www.homedepot.com/p/Cerrowire-250-ft-18-Gauge-2-Conductor-Black-Lamp-Wire-252-1001G3/202206453 link] || $45.26  || $0.18 || Black 18AWG
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| [http://lightyearcable.com/spt-lamp-cord/ LightYear Cable] || SPT2 ||1000ft || [http://lightyearcable.com/spt-lamp-cord/ link] || $136.50  || $0.14 || Black, 16AWG
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| [http://www.wlcventures.com WLCVentures] || SPT2 ||250ft || [http://wlcventures.com/zencart/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=7&products_id=129 link] || $44.99 || $0.18 || Green 18AWG
| [http://www.radiant-holidays.com Radiant Holidays] || SPT2 ||250ft || [http://www.radiant-holidays.com link] || $44.99 || $0.18 || Green 18AWG
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| [http://www.wlcventures.com WLCVentures] || SPT2 ||1000ft || [http://wlcventures.com/zencart/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=7&products_id=69 link] || $130 || $0.13 || Green 18AWG
| [http://www.radiant-holidays.com Radiant Holidays] || SPT2 ||1000ft || [http://www.radiant-holidays.com link] || $130 || $0.13 || Green 18AWG
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| Vendor || Size || Type || Link || Price || Price per Unit|| Note
| Vendor || Size || Type || Link || Price || Price per Unit|| Note
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| [http://www.actionlighting.com Action Lighting] || SPT1 || Male  || [http://www.actionlighting.com/spt-1-spt-2-vampire-zip-cord-receptacle-green-pack-12-plugs-100sptplug/ link] || $5.93 || $0.49 || Package of 12 Green
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| [http://www.acehardware.com Ace Hardware] || SPT-1 || Male  || [http://www.acehardware.com/product/index.jsp?productId=20497106 link] || $26.99 || $1.08 || Package of 25 Green
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| [http://www.actionlighting.com Action Lighting] || SPT-1 || Male  || [http://www.actionlighting.com/spt-1-spt-2-vampire-zip-cord-receptacle-green-pack-12-plugs-100sptplug/ link] || $5.93 || $0.49 || Package of 12 Green
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| [http://www.actionlighting.com Action Lighting] || SPT-1 || Male  || [http://www.actionlighting.com/spt-1-spt-2-vampire-zip-cord-receptacle-white-pack-12-plugs/ link] || $5.93 || $0.49 || Package of 12 White
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| [http://store.3glightingcreations.com 3G Light Creations] || SPT-1 || Male  || [http://store.3glightingcreations.com/spt1-male-plugs-green/ link] || $6.95 || $0.70 || Package of 10 Green
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| [http://store.3glightingcreations.com 3G Light Creations] || SPT-1 || Male  || [http://store.3glightingcreations.com/spt1-male-plugs-white/ link] || $6.95 || $0.70 || Package of 10 White
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| [http://www.christmaslightshow.com ChristmasLightShow] || SPT-1 || Male  || [http://www.christmaslightshow.com/spt1-male-plug-10-in-a-pack-green.html  link] || $6.00 || $0.60 || Package of 10 Green
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| [http://www.creativedisplays.com Creative Displays] || SPT-1 ||Male  || [http://www.creativedisplays.com/product/806/ELECTRICAL-PLUGS-FOR-ZIP-CORD-WIRE/ link] || $6.00 || $0.60 || Package of 10 (White, Black or Green)
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| [http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/catalog/servlet/Search?keyword=slide%20on%20plug Home Depot (online)] || SPT-1 || Male  || [http://www.homedepot.com/p/Unbranded-Green-Male-Slide-On-Plug-Pack-of-100-14-330/100652709 link] || $ || $ ||  Only available in season Green
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| [http://store.ledgenlighting.com/ LEDGenLighting] || SPT-1 || Male  || [http://store.ledgenlighting.com/Electrical-Plug-male-green-slide-on-SPT-1-_p_6697.html link] || $19.00 || $0.38 || Package of 50 Green
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| [http://store.ledgenlighting.com/ LEDGenLighting] || SPT-1 || Male  || [http://store.ledgenlighting.com/Electrical-Plug-male-white-slide-on-SPT-1-_p_6699.html link] || $19.00 || $0.38 || Package of 50 White
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| [http://noveltylights.com Novelty Lights] || SPT-1 || Male || [http://www.noveltylights.com/SPT-1-Male-Plugs-Green.html link] || $0.85 || $0.85 || Package of 1 Green (Discount for quantity 50-149 $0.65, 150+ $0.50)
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| [http://noveltylights.com Novelty Lights] || SPT-1 || Male  || [http://www.noveltylights.com/SPT-1-Male-Vampire-Plugs-White.html link] || $0.85 || $0.85 || Package of 1 White (Discount for quantity 50-149 $0.65, 150+ $0.50)
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| [http://www.radiant-holidays.com Radiant Holidays] || SPT-1 || Male  || [http://www.radiant-holidays.com link] || $25.00 || $0.50 || Package of 50 or 10 in  Green or White
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| [http://www.zipplugs.com/ Zipplugs] || SPT-1 || Male  || [http://www.zipplugs.com/ link] || $ || $ || See site for pricing, includes shipping and small quantities
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| [http://www.acehardware.com Ace Hardware] || SPT-1 || Female  || [http://www.acehardware.com/product/index.jsp?productId=20497116 link] || $26.99 || $1.089 || Package of 25 Green
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| [http://www.actionlighting.com Action Lighting] || SPT-1 || Female || [http://www.actionlighting.com/spt-1-spt-2-vampire-zip-cord-receptacle-green-pack-12-plugs-100sptplug/ link] || $5.93 || $0.49 || Package of 12 Green
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| [http://www.actionlighting.com Action Lighting] || SPT-1 || Female  || [http://www.actionlighting.com/spt-1-spt-2-vampire-zip-cord-receptacle-white-pack-12-plugs/ link] || $5.93 || $0.49 || Package of 12 White
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| [http://www.actionlighting.com Action Lighting] || SPT1 || Male || [http://www.actionlighting.com/spt-1-spt-2-vampire-zip-cord-receptacle-white-pack-12-plugs/ link] || $5.93 || $0.49 || Package of 12 White
| [http://store.3glightingcreations.com 3G Light Creations] || SPT-1 || Female  || [http://store.3glightingcreations.com/spt1-female-plugs-green/ link] || $6.95 || $0.70 || Package of 10 Green
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| [http://store.3glightingcreations.com 3G Light Creations] || SPT-1 || Female  || [http://store.3glightingcreations.com/spt1-female-plugs-white/ link] || $6.95 || $0.70 || Package of 10 White
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| [http://www.christmaslightshow.com ChristmasLightShow] || SPT-1 || Female || [http://www.christmaslightshow.com/spt1-female-plug-10-in-a-pack-green.html  link] || $6.00 || $0.60 || Package of 10 Green
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| [http://www.creativedisplays.com Creative Displays] || SPT-1 ||Female  || [http://www.creativedisplays.com/product/806/ELECTRICAL-PLUGS-FOR-ZIP-CORD-WIRE/ link] || $6.00 || $0.60 || Package of 10 (White, Black or Green)
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| [http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/catalog/servlet/Search?keyword=slide%20on%20plug Home Depot (online)] || SPT-1 || Female  || [http://www.homedepot.com/p/Unbranded-Green-Female-Slide-On-Connectors-Pack-of-100-14-331/100652717  link] || $ || $ ||  Only available in season Green
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| [http://store.ledgenlighting.com/ LEDGenLighting] || SPT-1 || Female  || [http://store.ledgenlighting.com/Electrical-Receptacle-female-green-slide-on-SPT-1-_p_6694.html link] || $20.00 || $0.40 || Package of 50 Green
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| [http://store.ledgenlighting.com/ LEDGenLighting] || SPT-1 || Female  || [http://store.ledgenlighting.com/Electrical-Receptacle-female-white-slide-on-SPT-1-_p_6696.html link] || $20.00 || $0.40 || Package of 50 White
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| [http://noveltylights.com Novelty Lights] || SPT-1 || Female  || [http://www.noveltylights.com/SPT-1-Female-Sockets-Green.html link] || $0.85 || $0.85 || Package of 1 Green (Discount for quantity 50-149 $0.65, 150+ $0.50)
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| [http://noveltylights.com Novelty Lights] || SPT-1 || Female  || [http://www.noveltylights.com/SPT-1-Female-Sockets-White.html link] || $0.85 || $0.85 || Package of 1 White (Discount for quantity 50-149 $0.65, 150+ $0.50)
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| [http://http://www.radiant-holidays.com Radiant Holidays] || SPT-1 || Female  || [http://www.radiant-holidays.com link] || $25.00 || $0.50 || Package of 50 or 10 in  Green or White
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| [http://www.zipplugs.com/ Zipplugs] || SPT-1 || Female  || [http://www.zipplugs.com/ link] || $ || $ || See site for pricing, includes shipping and small quantities
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| '''SPT-1 Female Inline Socket'''  || || || || || ||
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| [http://store.3glightingcreations.com 3G Light Creations] || SPT1 || Male || [http://store.3glightingcreations.com/spt1-male-plugs-green/ link] || $6.95 || $0.70 || Package of 10 Green
| [http://www.creativedisplays.com Creative Displays] || SPT-1 ||Female Inline || [http://www.creativedisplays.com/product/806/ELECTRICAL-PLUGS-FOR-ZIP-CORD-WIRE/ link] || $6.00 || $0.60 || Package of 10 (White, Black or Green)
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| [http://store.3glightingcreations.com 3G Light Creations] || SPT1 || Male || [http://store.3glightingcreations.com/spt1-male-plugs-white/ link] || $6.95 || $0.70 || Package of 10 White
| [http://www.radiant-holidays.com Radiant Holidays] || SPT-1 || Female Inline || [http://www.radiant-holidays.com link] || $25.00 || $0.50 || Package of 50 or 10 in Green or White
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| [http://www.christmaslightshow.com ChristmasLightShow] || SPT1 || Male || [http://www.christmaslightshow.com/spt1-male-plug-10-in-a-pack-green.html  link] || $6.00 || $0.60 || Package of 10 Green
| [http://www.zipplugs.com/ Zipplugs] || SPT-1 || Female Inline || [http://www.zipplugs.com/ link] || $ || $ || See site for pricing, includes shipping and small quantities
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| [http://www.creativedisplays.com Creative Displays] || SPT1 ||Male  || [http://www.creativedisplays.com/product/806/ELECTRICAL-PLUGS-FOR-ZIP-CORD-WIRE/ link] || $6.00 || $0.60 || Package of 10 (White, Black or Green)
| '''SPT-1 C7 Socket'''  || || || || || ||
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| [http://www.actionlighting.com Action Lighting] || SPT-1 || C7 || [http://www.actionlighting.com/c7-replacement-christmas-socket-pack-100pc-bag-100slac7skt/ link] || $11.41 || $0.11 || Package of 100 (Green or White)
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| [http://www.christmaslightshow.com ChristmasLightShow] || SPT-1 || C7 || [http://www.christmaslightshow.com/SPT1-C7-Socket-10-Pack.html link] || $2.95 || $0.30 || Package of 10 Green
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| [http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/catalog/servlet/Search?keyword=slide%20on%20plug Home Depot (online)] || SPT1 || Male || [http://www.homedepot.com/h_d1/N-5yc1v/R-100652709/h_d2/ProductDisplay?catalogId=10053&langId=-1&keyword=14-330 link] || $ || $ || Only available in season Green
| [http://www.creativedisplays.com Creative Displays] || SPT-1 ||C7 || [http://www.creativedisplays.com/product/806/ELECTRICAL-PLUGS-FOR-ZIP-CORD-WIRE/ link] || $3.50 || $0.35 || Package of 10 (White, Black or Green)
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| [http://store.ledgenlighting.com/ LEDGenLighting] || SPT1 || Male || [http://store.ledgenlighting.com/Electrical-Plug-male-green-slide-on-SPT-1-_p_6697.html link] || $19.00 || $0.38 || Package of 50 Green
| [http://store.ledgenlighting.com/ LEDGenLighting] || SPT-1 || C7 || [http://store.ledgenlighting.com/Socket-C7-E12-size-replacement-green-50bag_p_6701.html link] || $4.00 || $0.08 || Package of 50 Green (Check with vendor does not say SPT1 or SPT2?)
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| [http://store.ledgenlighting.com/ LEDGenLighting] || SPT1 || Male || [http://store.ledgenlighting.com/Electrical-Plug-male-white-slide-on-SPT-1-_p_6699.html link] || $19.00 || $0.38 || Package of 50 White
| [http://store.ledgenlighting.com/ LEDGenLighting] || SPT-1 || C7 || [http://store.ledgenlighting.com/Socket-C7-E12-size-replacement-white-50bag_p_6702.html link] || $4.00 || $0.08 || Package of 50 White (Check with vendor does not say SPT1 or SPT2?)
 
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| [http://noveltylights.com Novelty Lights] || SPT1 || Male || [http://www.noveltylights.com/SPT-1-Male-Plugs-Green.html link] || $0.85 || $0.85 || Package of 1 Green (Discount for quantity 50-149 $0.65, 150+ $0.50)
| [http://noveltylights.com Novelty Lights] || SPT-1 || C7 || [http://www.noveltylights.com/C7-SPT-1-Green-Sockets-50-Pack-C7-SKT-GW-SPT-1.html link] || $8.50 || $0.17 || Package of 50 Green  
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| [http://noveltylights.com Novelty Lights] || SPT1 || Male || [http://www.noveltylights.com/SPT-1-Male-Vampire-Plugs-White.html link] || $0.85 || $0.85 || Package of 1 White (Discount for quantity 50-149 $0.65, 150+ $0.50)
| [http://noveltylights.com Novelty Lights] || SPT-1 || C7 || [http://www.noveltylights.com/C7-SPT-1-White-Sockets-50-Pack-C7-SKT-WW-SPT-1.html link] || $8.50 || $0.17 || Package of 50 White  
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| [http://www.wlcventures.com WLCVentures] || SPT1 || Male || [http://wlcventures.com/zencart/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=7&products_id=128 link] || $25.00 || $0.50 || Package of 50 Green
| [http://www.radiant-holidays.com Radiant Holidays] || SPT-1 || C7 || [http://www.radiant-holidays.com link] || $10.00 || $0.20 || Package of 50 Green (SPT1/SPT2)
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| [http://www.actionlighting.com Action Lighting] || SPT1 || Female || [http://www.actionlighting.com/spt-1-spt-2-vampire-zip-cord-receptacle-green-pack-12-plugs-100sptplug/ link] || $5.93 || $0.49 || Package of 12 Green
| '''SPT-1 C9 Socket''' || || || || || ||
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| [http://www.actionlighting.com Action Lighting] || SPT-1 || C9 || [http://www.actionlighting.com/c9-replacement-christmas-socket-pack-100pc-bag-100slac9skt/ link] || $11.41 || $0.11 || Package of 100 (Green or White)
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| [http://www.christmaslightshow.com ChristmasLightShow] || SPT-1 || C9 || [http://www.christmaslightshow.com/spt1-c9-socket-10-pack.html link] || $3.95 || $0.40 || Package of 10 Green
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| [http://www.creativedisplays.com Creative Displays] || SP-T1 ||C9  || [http://www.creativedisplays.com/product/806/ELECTRICAL-PLUGS-FOR-ZIP-CORD-WIRE/ link] || $4.00 || $0.40 || Package of 10 (White, Black or Green)
|-
| [http://store.ledgenlighting.com/ LEDGenLighting] || SPT-1 || C9  || [http://store.ledgenlighting.com/Socket-C9-E17-size-replacement-green-50bag_p_6703.html link] || $5.00 || $0.10 || Package of 50 Green (Check with vendor does not say SPT1 or SPT2?)
|-
| [http://store.ledgenlighting.com/ LEDGenLighting] || SPT-1 || C9  || [http://store.ledgenlighting.com/Socket-C9-E17-size-replacement-white-50bag_p_6704.html link] || $5.00 || $0.10 || Package of 50 White (Check with vendor does not say SPT1 or SPT2?)
|-
| [http://noveltylights.com Novelty Lights] || SPT-1 || C9  || [http://www.noveltylights.com/C9-SPT-1-Green-Sockets-50-Pack-C9-SKT-GW-SPT-1.html link] || $9.50 || $0.19 || Package of 50 Green
|-
| [http://noveltylights.com Novelty Lights] || SPT-1 || C9 || [http://www.noveltylights.com/C7-SPT-1-White-Sockets-50-Pack-C7-SKT-WW-SPT-1.html link] || $8.50 || $0.17 || Package of 50 White
|-  
| [http://www.radiant-holidays.com Radiant Holidays] || SPT-1 || C9  || [http://www.radiant-holidays.com link] || $10.00 || $0.20 || Package of 50 Green (SPT1/SPT2)
|}
 
===SPT-2===
{| class="wikitable"
|-
| Vendor || Size || Type || Link || Price || Price per Unit|| Note
|-
|-
| [http://www.actionlighting.com Action Lighting] || SPT1 || Female  || [http://www.actionlighting.com/spt-1-spt-2-vampire-zip-cord-receptacle-white-pack-12-plugs/ link] || $5.93 || $0.49 || Package of 12 White
| '''SPT-2 Male Plug''' || || || || || ||
|-
|-
| [http://store.3glightingcreations.com 3G Light Creations] || SPT1 || Female  || [http://store.3glightingcreations.com/spt1-female-plugs-green/ link] || $6.95 || $0.70 || Package of 10 Green
| [http://www.actionlighting.com Action Lighting] || SPT-2 || Male || [http://www.actionlighting.com/spt-1-spt-2-vampire-zip-cord-receptacle-green-pack-12-plugs-100sptplug/ link] || $5.93 || $0.49 || Package of 12 Green
|-
| [http://www.actionlighting.com Action Lighting] || SPT-2 || Male || [http://www.actionlighting.com/spt-1-spt-2-vampire-zip-cord-receptacle-white-pack-12-plugs/ link] || $5.93 || $0.49 || Package of 12 White
|-
| [http://store.3glightingcreations.com 3G Light Creations] || SPT-2 || Male|| [http://store.3glightingcreations.com/spt2-male-plugs-green/ link] ||$6.95 || $0.70 || Package of 10 Green
|-
| [http://store.3glightingcreations.com 3G Light Creations] || SPT-2 || Male || [http://store.3glightingcreations.com/spt2-male-plugs-white/ link] || $6.95 || $0.70 || Package of 10 White
|-
| [http://www.christmaslightshow.com ChristmasLightShow] || SPT-2 || Male || [http://www.christmaslightshow.com/spt2-male-plug-10-in-a-pack-green.html link] || $6.00 || $0.60 || Package of 10 Green
|-
| [http://store.ledgenlighting.com/ LEDGenLighting] || SPT-2 || Male || [http://store.ledgenlighting.com/Electrical-Plug-male-green-slide-on-SPT-2-_p_6698.html link] || $19.00 || $0.38 || Package of 50 Green
|-  
|-  
| [http://store.3glightingcreations.com 3G Light Creations] || SPT1 || Female  || [http://store.3glightingcreations.com/spt1-female-plugs-white/ link] || $6.95 || $0.70 || Package of 10 White
| [http://noveltylights.com Novelty Lights] || SPT-2 || Male || [http://www.noveltylights.com/SPT-2-Male-Vampire-Plugs-Green.html link] || $0.85 || $0.85 || Package of 1 Green (Discount for quantity 50-149 $0.65, 150+ $0.50)
|-  
|-  
| [http://www.christmaslightshow.com ChristmasLightShow] || SPT1 || Female  || [http://www.christmaslightshow.com/spt1-female-plug-10-in-a-pack-green.html link] || $6.00 || $0.60 || Package of 10 Green
| [http://noveltylights.com Novelty Lights] || SPT-2 || Male || [http://www.noveltylights.com/SPT-2-Male-Plugs-White.html link] || $0.85 || $0.85 || Package of 1 White (Discount for quantity 50-149 $0.65, 150+ $0.50)
|-  
|-  
| [http://www.creativedisplays.com Creative Displays] || SPT1 ||Female || [http://www.creativedisplays.com/product/806/ELECTRICAL-PLUGS-FOR-ZIP-CORD-WIRE/ link] || $6.00 || $0.60 || Package of 10 (White, Black or Green)
| [http://www.radiant-holidays.com Radiant Holidays] || SPT-2 || Male || [http://www.radiant-holidays.com link] || $25.00 || $0.50 || Packages of 50, 10 Green
|-
| '''SPT-2 Female Socket''' || || || || || ||
|-
| [http://www.actionlighting.com Action Lighting] || SPT-2 || Female || [http://www.actionlighting.com/spt-1-spt-2-vampire-zip-cord-receptacle-green-pack-12-plugs-100sptplug/ link] || $5.93 || $0.49 || Package of 12 Green
|-
| [http://www.actionlighting.com Action Lighting] || SPT-2 || Female || [http://www.actionlighting.com/spt-1-spt-2-vampire-zip-cord-receptacle-white-pack-12-plugs/ link] || $5.93 || $0.49 || Package of 12 White
|-
| [http://store.3glightingcreations.com 3G Light Creations] || SPT-2 || Female || [http://store.3glightingcreations.com/spt2-female-plugs-green/ link] || $6.95 || $0.70 || Package of 10 Green
|-  
|-  
| [http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/catalog/servlet/Search?keyword=slide%20on%20plug Home Depot (online)] || SPT1 || Female || [http://www.homedepot.com/h_d1/N-5yc1v/R-100652709/h_d2/ProductDisplay?catalogId=10053&langId=-1&keyword=14-331  link] || $ || $ || Only available in season Green
| [http://store.3glightingcreations.com 3G Light Creations] || SPT-2 || Female || [http://store.3glightingcreations.com/spt2-female-plugs-white/ link] || $6.95 || $0.70 || Package of 10 White
|-  
|-  
| [http://store.ledgenlighting.com/ LEDGenLighting] || SPT1 || Female || [http://store.ledgenlighting.com/Electrical-Receptacle-female-green-slide-on-SPT-1-_p_6694.html link] || $20.00 || $0.40 || Package of 50 Green
| [http://www.christmaslightshow.com ChristmasLightShow] || SPT-2 || Female || [http://www.christmaslightshow.com/spt2-female-plug-10-in-a-pack-green.html link] || $6.00 || $0.60 || Package of 10 Green
|-  
|-  
| [http://store.ledgenlighting.com/ LEDGenLighting] || SPT1 || Female || [http://store.ledgenlighting.com/Electrical-Receptacle-female-white-slide-on-SPT-1-_p_6696.html link] || $20.00 || $0.40 || Package of 50 White
| [http://store.ledgenlighting.com/ LEDGenLighting] || SPT-2 || Female || [http://store.ledgenlighting.com/Electrical-Receptacle-female-green-slide-on-SPT-2-_p_6695.html link] || $20.00 || $0.40 || Package of 50 Green
|-  
|-  
| [http://noveltylights.com Novelty Lights] || SPT1 || Female || [http://www.noveltylights.com/SPT-1-Female-Sockets-Green.html link] || $0.85 || $0.85 || Package of 1 Green (Discount for quantity 50-149 $0.65, 150+ $0.50)
| [http://noveltylights.com Novelty Lights] || SPT-2 || Female || [http://www.noveltylights.com/SPT2-Female-Sockets-Green.html link] || $0.85 || $0.85 || Package of 1 Green (Discount for quantity 50-149 $0.65, 150+ $0.50)
|-  
|-  
| [http://noveltylights.com Novelty Lights] || SPT1 || Female || [http://www.noveltylights.com/SPT-1-Female-Sockets-White.html link] || $0.85 || $0.85 || Package of 1 White (Discount for quantity 50-149 $0.65, 150+ $0.50)
| [http://noveltylights.com Novelty Lights] || SPT-2 || Female || [http://www.noveltylights.com/SPT-2-Female-Sockets-White.html link] || $0.85 || $0.85 || Package of 1 White (Discount for quantity 50-149 $0.65, 150+ $0.50)
|-  
|-  
| [http://www.wlcventures.com WLCVentures] || SPT1 || Female || [http://wlcventures.com/zencart/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=7&products_id=126 link] || $25.00 || $0.50 || Package of 50 Green
| [http://www.radiant-holidays.com Radiant Holidays] || SPT-2 || Female || [http://www.radiant-holidays.com link] || $25.00 || $0.50 || Packages of 50, 10 Green
|-  
|-  
| || || || || || ||
| '''SPT-2 Female Inline Socket''' || || || || || ||
|-
| [http://www.radiant-holidays.com Radiant Holidays] || SPT-2 || Female Inline || [http://www.radiant-holidays.com link] || $25.00 || $0.50 || Package of 50 Green
|-
| '''SPT-2 C7 Socket''' || || || || || ||
|-
| [http://www.actionlighting.com Action Lighting] || SPT-2 || C7 || [http://www.actionlighting.com/c7-replacement-christmas-socket-pack-100pc-bag-100slac7skt/ link] || $11.41 || $0.11 || Package of 100 (Green or White)
|-
|-
| [http://www.creativedisplays.com Creative Displays] || SPT1 ||Female  Inline || [http://www.creativedisplays.com/product/806/ELECTRICAL-PLUGS-FOR-ZIP-CORD-WIRE/ link] || $6.00 || $0.60 || Package of 10 (White, Black or Green)
| [http://www.christmaslightshow.com ChristmasLightShow] || SPT-2 || C7 || [http://www.christmaslightshow.com/SPT2-C7-Socket-10-Pack.html link] ||$2.95 || $0.30 || Package of 10 Green
|-
| [http://store.ledgenlighting.com/ LEDGenLighting] || SPT-2 || C7 || [http://store.ledgenlighting.com/Socket-C7-E12-size-replacement-green-50bag_p_6701.html link] || $4.00 || $0.08 || Package of 50 Green (Check with vendor does not say SPT1 or SPT2?)
|-
| [http://store.ledgenlighting.com/ LEDGenLighting] || SPT-2 || C7 || [http://store.ledgenlighting.com/Socket-C7-E12-size-replacement-white-50bag_p_6702.html link] || $4.00 || $0.08 || Package of 50 White (Check with vendor does not say SPT1 or SPT2?)
|-
| [http://noveltylights.com Novelty Lights] || SPT-2 || C7 || [http://www.noveltylights.com/C7-SPT-2-Green-Sockets-50-Pack-C7-SKT-GW-SPT-2.html link] || $8.50 || $0.17 || Package of 50 Green  
|-  
|-  
| [http://www.wlcventures.com WLCVentures] || SPT1 || Female  Inline || [http://wlcventures.com/zencart/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=7&products_id=127 link] || $25.00 || $0.50 || Package of 50 Green
| [http://noveltylights.com Novelty Lights] || SPT-2 || C7 || [http://www.noveltylights.com/C7-SPT-2-White-Sockets-50-Pack-C7-SKT-WW-SPT-2.html link] || $8.50 || $0.17 || Package of 50 White
|-
| [http://www.radiant-holidays.com Radiant Holidays] || SPT-2 || C7 || [http://www.radiant-holidays.com link] || $10.00 || $0.20 || Package of 50 Green (SPT1/SPT2)
|-  
|-  
| || || || || || ||
| || || || || || ||
|-
|-
| '''SPT-2 C9 Socket''' || || || || || ||
|-
| [http://www.actionlighting.com Action Lighting] || SPT-2 || C9 || [http://www.actionlighting.com/c9-replacement-christmas-socket-pack-100pc-bag-100slac9skt/ link] || $11.41 || $0.11 || Package of 100 (Green or White)
|-
| [http://www.christmaslightshow.com ChristmasLightShow] || SPT-2 || C9 || [http://www.christmaslightshow.com/spt2-c9-socket-10-pack.html link] || $3.95 || $0.40 || Package of 10 Green
|-
| [http://www.diyledexpress.com DIYLEDExpress] || SPT-2 || C9 || [http://www.diyledexpress.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=6&products_id=33 link] || $3.75 || $0.31 || Package of 12 Green
|-
| [http://store.ledgenlighting.com/ LEDGenLighting] || SPT-2 || C9 || [http://store.ledgenlighting.com/Socket-C9-E17-size-replacement-green-50bag_p_6703.html link] || $5.00 || $0.10 || Package of 50 Green (Check with vendor does not say SPT1 or SPT2?)
|-
| [http://store.ledgenlighting.com/ LEDGenLighting] || SPT-2 || C9 || [http://store.ledgenlighting.com/Socket-C9-E17-size-replacement-white-50bag_p_6704.html link] || $5.00 || $0.10 || Package of 50 White (Check with vendor does not say SPT1 or SPT2?)
|-
| [http://noveltylights.com Novelty Lights] || SPT-2 || C9 || [http://www.noveltylights.com/C9-SPT-2-Green-Sockets-50-Pack-C9-SKT-GW-SPT-1.html link] || $9.50 || $0.19 || Package of 50 Green
|-
| [http://noveltylights.com Novelty Lights] || SPT-2 || C9 || [http://www.noveltylights.com/C9-SPT-2-White-Sockets-50-Pack-C9-SKT-WW-SPT-2.html link] || $8.50 || $0.17 || Package of 50 White
|-
| [http://www.radiant-holidays.com Radiant Holidays] || SPT-2 || C9 || [http://www.radiant-holidays.com link] || $10.00 || $0.20 || Package of 50 Green (SPT1/SPT2)
|}
|}


===SPT-2===




*#[http://store.3glightingcreations.com 3G Light Creations]
*##[http://store.3glightingcreations.com/categories/Wire%252dPlugs/ SPT1, SPT2 (ALL)]
*#[http://www.christmaslightshow.com ChristmasLightShow]
*##[http://www.christmaslightshow.com/Spt1-Wire-Plugs-and-Sockets-for-Christmas-outdoor-decorations.html SPT-1 (All)]
*##[http://www.christmaslightshow.com/Spt2-Wire-Plugs-and-Sockets-for-Christmas-outdoor-decorations.html SPT-2 (All)]
*#[http://www.creativedisplays.com Creative Displays]
*##[http://www.creativedisplays.com/product/806/ELECTRICAL-PLUGS-FOR-ZIP-CORD-WIRE/ SPT-1 (All)]
*#[http://diyledexpress.com DIYLEDExpress]
*##[http://www.diyledexpress.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=6&products_id=33 SPT-2 (C9)]
*#[http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/catalog/servlet/Search?keyword=slide%20on%20plug Home Depot (online)]
*##[http://www.homedepot.com/h_d1/N-5yc1v/R-100652709/h_d2/ProductDisplay?catalogId=10053&langId=-1&keyword=14-330 SPT-1 (Male Plug)]
*##[http://www.homedepot.com/h_d1/N-5yc1v/R-100652709/h_d2/ProductDisplay?catalogId=10053&langId=-1&keyword=14-331 SPT-1 (Female Plug)]
*#[http://store.ledgenlighting.com/ LEDGenLighting]
*##[http://store.ledgenlighting.com/Male-Plugs_c_1329.html SPT1,SPT2 Male]
*##[http://store.ledgenlighting.com/Female-Plugs_c_1328.html SPT1,SPT2, Female]
*##[http://store.ledgenlighting.com/Sockets_c_1327.html C7,C9 Sockets]
*#[http://noveltylights.com Novelty Lights]
*##[http://www.noveltylights.com/Male-and-Female-Vampire-Plugs/ SPT1, SPT-2 (Male & Female Plug)]
*##[http://www.noveltylights.com/C7-Sockets/ SPT1, SPT-2 (C-7)]
*##[http://www.noveltylights.com/C9-Sockets/ SPT1, SPT-2 (C-9)]
*#[http://www.wlcventures.com WLCVentures]
*##[http://wlcventures.com/zencart/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=7 SPT-2 (Male,Female Plug)]


[[Category:Beginners Info]]
[[Category:Beginners Info]]

Latest revision as of 20:03, 13 October 2015


Disclaimers

The standard disclaimers pertaining to the information contained on this wiki page are listed here.

SPT Wire ( SPT-1 SPT-2 )


  • SPT stands for Stranded, Parallel, Thermoplastic wire. SPT is frequently known as Zip cord or Lamp Cord. SPT IS NOT SPEAKER WIRE OR LOW VOLTAGE LANDSCAPE WIRE!! SPT wire is rated for 300V or 600v, low voltage wire and speaker wire are not!!!
  • SPT is commonly used by Christmas lighting enthusiasts to create low cost custom length power cords utilizing Vampire Plugs and Sockets. SPT is commonly sold on spools of 250, 500 and 1000ft. SPT Wire comes in different wire gauges, 18awg is the most common. A common 18awg SPT-2 wire from one vendor has a rating of 10A.
  • SPT comes with different insulation thicknesses, the higher the number the thicker the insulation. SPT-2 has thicker insulation then SPT-1. The SPT rating is related to the thickness of the insulation that surrounds the copper wires. SPT-1 wire has an insulation thickness of .030″ and SPT-2 has insulation that is .045″ thick.
  • SPT wire is polarized and generally comes with two different wire textures on the wire pair to help identify the polarity when you hook it up. One wire is smooth, it is generally used for the Hot or Line wire. The other wire is usually ribbed, it is generally used for the neutral wire.
  • IMPORTANT: IT IS CRITICAL THAT YOU CONNECT THE CORRECT CORRECT TERMINAL TO THE CORRECT WIRE ON BOTH ENDS! ALL PLUGS AND SOCKETS ON THE WIRE SHOULD BE WIRED WITH THE NEUTRAL TERMINAL CONNECTED TO THE RIBBED WIRE AND THE HOT (LINE) WIRE CONNECTED TO THE SMOOTH WIRE.

Vampire Plugs and Sockets

Vampire plugs get their name from the insulation piercing teeth that they have. They are designed to be used on SPT wire and allow a fast and easy way to terminate a wire. Vampire Plugs come in different shapes and functions. They come in three basic colors, Black, Green and White. The common Male Plug and Female Socket made by Zing Ear are rated for 8A @ 125VAC. Confirm the ratings and wire size by reading the printing on the item or asking your vendor.
IMPORTANT: IT IS CRITICAL THAT YOU USE THE CORRECT VAMPIRE PLUG OR SOCKET THAT MATCHES YOUR WIRE TYPE! PLUGS AND SOCKETS ARE MADE FOR SPECIFIC WIRES TYPES, THEY ARE NOT UNIVERSAL. SPT-1 SOCKETS AND PLUGS SHOULD NOT BE USED WITH SPT-2 WIRE AND SPT-2 SOCKETS AND PLUGS SHOULD NOT BE USED WITH SPT-1 WIRE.

Male Plug

Male plugs are designed to go on the end of a SPT wire of the correct matching size. Male plugs are polarized and it is important that you install the wire correctly to match the polarity of the wire and plug. The two vampire teeth are designed to each pierce one wire when they are installed. You should look at the plug to identify which tooth is which.

    1. One plug blade is wider (and may be marked "White") this is the neutral blade. Generally it is attached to the ribbed wire on the SPT wire.
    2. The narrower blade is hot (or Line) blade. It is generally attached to the smooth wire on the SPT wire.


Female Socket

Female sockets are designed to go on the end of a SPT wire of the correct matching size. Female sockets are polarized and it is important that you install the wire correctly to match the polarity of the wire and plug. The two vampire teeth are designed to each pierce one wire when they are installed. You should look at the socket to identify which tooth is which.

    1. One Socket hole is wider this is the neutral hole. Generally it is attached to the ribbed wire on the SPT wire.
    2. The narrower socket hole is hot (or Line) hole. It is generally attached to the smooth wire on the SPT wire.


Female Inline Socket

Female inline sockets are designed to go in the middle of a SPT wire of the correct matching size. They look similar to regular Female Sockets but the end is missing on both sides so the wire can go thru both sides. Some people1, 2 modify regular Female Sockets to make them Inline. Female sockets are polarized and it is important that you install the wire correctly to match the polarity of the wire and plug. The two vampire teeth are designed to each pierce one wire when they are installed. You should look at the socket to identify which tooth is which.

    1. One Socket hole is wider this is the neutral hole. Generally it is attached to the ribbed wire on the SPT wire.
    2. The narrower socket hole is hot (or Line) hole. It is generally attached to the smooth wire on the SPT wire.


C7 Socket and C9 Socket

C7 or C9 sockets are designed to go in the middle of a SPT wire of the correct matching size. C7 or C9 sockets are polarized and it is important that you install the wire correctly to match the polarity of the wire and plug. The two vampire teeth are designed to each pierce one wire when they are installed. You should look at the socket to identify which tooth is which.

    1. One vampire tooth will connect to the terminal on the side wall of the socket, this is the neutral terminal. Generally it is attached to the ribbed wire on the SPT wire.
    2. One vampire tooth will connect to the bottom contact in the socket, this is the hot (or Line) terminal. It is generally attached to the smooth wire on the SPT wire.



Fused Male/Female Plug

One vendor sells Fused male plugs that can be added to SPT wire.


In 2013 a group buy took place that offered a Fused Male/Female Plug similar to what is found on traditional incandescent light strings. This new plug has built in fuses. These plugs do not have traditional Vampire teeth, but instead are attached to the wire by either crimping or soldering. They came in a Male/Female Plug with a 3A fuse and a Male Plug with a 5A fuse.

Installing Vampire Plugs / Sockets

NEVER INSTALL A VAMPIRE FITTING ON A LIVE WIRE THAT IS PLUGGED IN OR POWERED!
REMOVE ALL POWER BEFORE INSTALLING ANY VAMPIRE FITTING ON ANY WIRE!

Female Vampire

    1. Inspect socket for cracks, damage, bent teeth or "Evil Vampires" (both teeth on the same side). Confirm that the vampire is made for the wire type (SPT-1 or SPT-2) that you are using.
    2. Cut the SPT to the desired length. INSPECT THE END OF THE WIRE AND REMOVE ANY STRAY STRANDS OF WIRE PAST THE END OF THE INSULATION. Make a small cut to separate the ends of the wire slightly. Identify the neutral wire (usually ridged). IMPORTANT: IT IS CRITICAL THAT YOU CONNECT THE CORRECT CORRECT TERMINAL TO THE CORRECT WIRE ON BOTH ENDS! ALL PLUGS AND SOCKETS ON THE WIRE SHOULD BE WIRED WITH THE NEUTRAL TERMINAL CONNECTED TO THE RIBBED WIRE AND THE HOT (LINE) WIRE CONNECTED TO THE SMOOTH WIRE.
    3. Identify the wider socket side (Neutral) and turn over socket to identify the correct tooth for the Neutral socket hole.

    4. With the Neutral Vampire tooth aligned to penetrate the Ribbed Neutral wire, insert the SPT into the hole at the end of the socket and gently press down so that the split wire ends are seated into the two pockets in the end of the socket.

    5. Firmly press the wire into the vampire teeth and seat the wire into the recess. Be careful to avoid pressing at an angle which may bend the vampire teeth over and not make a connection to the wire.

    6. Slide the back cover firmly onto the wire . Make sure that the sloped end slides on to the plug first. It may be helpful to use a Channel Lock Pliers to help seat the back cover firmly on.

    7. Inspect the assembled unit for cracks or poor connections.

Female Inline Vampire

    1. Inspect socket for cracks, damage, bent teeth or "Evil Vampires" (both teeth on the same side). Confirm that the vampire is made for the wire type (SPT-1 or SPT-2) that you are using.

    2. Identify the wider socket side (Neutral) and turn over socket to identify the correct tooth for the Neutral socket hole.

    3. Identify the neutral wire (usually ridged). IMPORTANT: IT IS CRITICAL THAT YOU CONNECT THE CORRECT CORRECT TERMINAL TO THE CORRECT WIRE ON BOTH ENDS! ALL PLUGS AND SOCKETS ON THE WIRE SHOULD BE WIRED WITH THE NEUTRAL TERMINAL CONNECTED TO THE RIBBED WIRE AND THE HOT (LINE) WIRE CONNECTED TO THE SMOOTH WIRE. With the Neutral Vampire tooth aligned to penetrate the Ribbed Neutral wire,firmly press the wire into the vampire teeth and seat the wire into the recess. Be careful to avoid pressing at an angle which may bend the vampire teeth over and not make a connection to the wire.

    4. Slide the back cover firmly onto the wire . Make sure that the sloped end slides on to the plug first. It may be helpful to use a Channel Lock Pliers to help seat the back cover firmly on.

    5. Inspect the assembled unit for cracks or poor connections.

Male Vampire

    1. Inspect Plug for cracks, damage, bent teeth or "Evil Vampires" (both teeth on the same side). Confirm that the vampire is made for the wire type (SPT-1 or SPT-2) that you are using.

    2. Cut the SPT to the desired length. INSPECT THE END OF THE WIRE AND REMOVE ANY STRAY STRANDS OF WIRE PAST THE END OF THE INSULATION. Make a small cut to separate the ends of the wire slightly. Identify the neutral wire (usually ridged). IMPORTANT: IT IS CRITICAL THAT YOU CONNECT THE CORRECT CORRECT TERMINAL TO THE CORRECT WIRE ON BOTH ENDS! ALL PLUGS AND SOCKETS ON THE WIRE SHOULD BE WIRED WITH THE NEUTRAL TERMINAL CONNECTED TO THE RIBBED WIRE AND THE HOT (LINE) WIRE CONNECTED TO THE SMOOTH WIRE.

    3. Identify the wider blade side (Neutral) and turn over plug to identify the correct tooth for the Neutral blade.

    4. With the Neutral Vampire tooth aligned to penetrate the Ribbed Neutral wire, insert the SPT into the hole at the end of the plug and gently press down so that the split wire ends are seated into the two pockets in the end of the plug.

    5. Firmly press the wire into the vampire teeth and seat the wire into the recess. Be careful to avoid pressing at an angle which may bend the vampire teeth over and not make a connection to the wire.

    6. Slide the back cover firmly onto the wire . Make sure that the sloped end slides on to the plug first. It may be helpful to use a Channel Lock Pliers to help seat the back cover firmly on.

    7. Inspect the assembled unit for cracks or poor connections.

C7 or C9 Vampire


    1. Inspect socket for cracks, damage, bent teeth or "Evil Vampires" (both teeth on the same side). Confirm that the vampire is made for the wire type (SPT-1 or SPT-2) that you are using.

  1. Identify the Neutral socket terminal (on side wall, not bottom of socket hole) and turn over socket to identify the correct tooth for the Neutral socket terminal.

    1. Identify the neutral wire (usually ridged). IMPORTANT: IT IS CRITICAL THAT YOU CONNECT THE CORRECT CORRECT TERMINAL TO THE CORRECT WIRE ON BOTH ENDS! ALL PLUGS AND SOCKETS ON THE WIRE SHOULD BE WIRED WITH THE NEUTRAL TERMINAL CONNECTED TO THE RIBBED WIRE AND THE HOT (LINE) WIRE CONNECTED TO THE SMOOTH WIRE. With the Neutral Vampire tooth aligned to penetrate the Ribbed Neutral wire,firmly press the wire into the vampire teeth and seat the wire into the recess. Be careful to avoid pressing at an angle which may bend the vampire teeth over and not make a connection to the wire.

    2. The back cap is keyed to fit only one way, there is a wider tab and a narrower tab. Firmly press the back cap onto the wire. It may be helpful to use a Channel Lock Pliers to help seat the back cover firmly on. Be careful, the sockets are fragile and too much pressure may crack them.

    3. Inspect the assembled unit for cracks or poor connections.

Vendors

These are selected wire and connectors from the various vendors with a mix of properties. Visit their sites for the latest information and to see their entire product catalog.

SPT Wire,Vampire Sockets and Plugs are frequently available at preseason discounts during January and February from most vendors.


PLEASE CONFIRM ALL DETAILS WITH VENDOR BEFORE ORDERING!! ALL OF THIS DATA IS SUBJECT TO CONSTANT CHANGE AND MAY BE WRONG!!!

Pricing is in US $. Pricing is as of 02-11-13.

PRICING DOES NOT INCLUDE SHIPPING, TAXES OR IMPORT DUTIES! COMPARE THE TOTAL SHIPPED COST!

Shipping from overseas can be expensive, check with your vendor. WIRE IS HEAVY

SPT Wire

SPT-1

Vendor Wire Length Link Price Price per ft Note
3G Light Creations SPT1 1000ft link $159.95 $0.16 Green
ChristmasLightShow SPT1 250ft link $34.95 $0.14 Green 18AWG
ChristmasLightShow SPT1 500ft link $69.95 $0.14 Green 18AWG
ChristmasLightShow SPT1 1000ft link $132.95 $0.13 Green 18AWG
Creative Displays SPT1 1000ft link $200 $0.20 Green, White, uv resistant
Grand Brass SPT1 250ft link $40 $0.16 Black, 18AWG
Home Depot SPT1 250ft link $42.70 $0.17 Black, 18AWG
LightYear Cable SPT1 1000ft link $86.70 $0.09 Black, 18AWG
Novelty Lights SPT1 1000ft link $165 $0.17 Green 18AWG
Skycraft Surplus SPT1 250ft link $45 $0.18 Black 18AWG
The Christmas Light Outlet SPT1 1000ft link $159.95 $0.16 Green 18AWG
Radiant Holidays SPT1 250ft link $42.99 $0.17 Green 18AWG
Radiant Holidays SPT1 1000ft link $114.99 $0.11 Green 18AWG

SPT-2

Vendor Wire Length Link Price Price per ft Note
3G Light Creations SPT2 1000ft link $169.95 $0.17 Green
ChristmasLightShow SPT2 250ft link $41.95 $0.17 Black 18AWG
ChristmasLightShow SPT2 500ft link $79.95 $0.16 Green 18AWG
ChristmasLightShow SPT2 1000ft link $144.95 $0.15 Green 18AWG
Grand Brass SPT2 250ft link $55 $0.22 Black 18AWG
Home Depot SPT2 250ft link $45.26 $0.18 Black 18AWG
LightYear Cable SPT2 1000ft link $136.50 $0.14 Black, 16AWG
Novelty Lights SPT2 1000ft link $180 $0.18 Green 18AWG
Radiant Holidays SPT2 250ft link $44.99 $0.18 Green 18AWG
Radiant Holidays SPT2 1000ft link $130 $0.13 Green 18AWG

Vampire Plugs and Sockets

SPT-1

Vendor Size Type Link Price Price per Unit Note
SPT-1 Male Plug
Ace Hardware SPT-1 Male link $26.99 $1.08 Package of 25 Green
Action Lighting SPT-1 Male link $5.93 $0.49 Package of 12 Green
Action Lighting SPT-1 Male link $5.93 $0.49 Package of 12 White
3G Light Creations SPT-1 Male link $6.95 $0.70 Package of 10 Green
3G Light Creations SPT-1 Male link $6.95 $0.70 Package of 10 White
ChristmasLightShow SPT-1 Male link $6.00 $0.60 Package of 10 Green
Creative Displays SPT-1 Male link $6.00 $0.60 Package of 10 (White, Black or Green)
Home Depot (online) SPT-1 Male link $ $ Only available in season Green
LEDGenLighting SPT-1 Male link $19.00 $0.38 Package of 50 Green
LEDGenLighting SPT-1 Male link $19.00 $0.38 Package of 50 White
Novelty Lights SPT-1 Male link $0.85 $0.85 Package of 1 Green (Discount for quantity 50-149 $0.65, 150+ $0.50)
Novelty Lights SPT-1 Male link $0.85 $0.85 Package of 1 White (Discount for quantity 50-149 $0.65, 150+ $0.50)
Radiant Holidays SPT-1 Male link $25.00 $0.50 Package of 50 or 10 in Green or White
Zipplugs SPT-1 Male link $ $ See site for pricing, includes shipping and small quantities
SPT-1 Female Socket
Ace Hardware SPT-1 Female link $26.99 $1.089 Package of 25 Green
Action Lighting SPT-1 Female link $5.93 $0.49 Package of 12 Green
Action Lighting SPT-1 Female link $5.93 $0.49 Package of 12 White
3G Light Creations SPT-1 Female link $6.95 $0.70 Package of 10 Green
3G Light Creations SPT-1 Female link $6.95 $0.70 Package of 10 White
ChristmasLightShow SPT-1 Female link $6.00 $0.60 Package of 10 Green
Creative Displays SPT-1 Female link $6.00 $0.60 Package of 10 (White, Black or Green)
Home Depot (online) SPT-1 Female link $ $ Only available in season Green
LEDGenLighting SPT-1 Female link $20.00 $0.40 Package of 50 Green
LEDGenLighting SPT-1 Female link $20.00 $0.40 Package of 50 White
Novelty Lights SPT-1 Female link $0.85 $0.85 Package of 1 Green (Discount for quantity 50-149 $0.65, 150+ $0.50)
Novelty Lights SPT-1 Female link $0.85 $0.85 Package of 1 White (Discount for quantity 50-149 $0.65, 150+ $0.50)
Radiant Holidays SPT-1 Female link $25.00 $0.50 Package of 50 or 10 in Green or White
Zipplugs SPT-1 Female link $ $ See site for pricing, includes shipping and small quantities
SPT-1 Female Inline Socket
Creative Displays SPT-1 Female Inline link $6.00 $0.60 Package of 10 (White, Black or Green)
Radiant Holidays SPT-1 Female Inline link $25.00 $0.50 Package of 50 or 10 in Green or White
Zipplugs SPT-1 Female Inline link $ $ See site for pricing, includes shipping and small quantities
SPT-1 C7 Socket
Action Lighting SPT-1 C7 link $11.41 $0.11 Package of 100 (Green or White)
ChristmasLightShow SPT-1 C7 link $2.95 $0.30 Package of 10 Green
Creative Displays SPT-1 C7 link $3.50 $0.35 Package of 10 (White, Black or Green)
LEDGenLighting SPT-1 C7 link $4.00 $0.08 Package of 50 Green (Check with vendor does not say SPT1 or SPT2?)
LEDGenLighting SPT-1 C7 link $4.00 $0.08 Package of 50 White (Check with vendor does not say SPT1 or SPT2?)
Novelty Lights SPT-1 C7 link $8.50 $0.17 Package of 50 Green
Novelty Lights SPT-1 C7 link $8.50 $0.17 Package of 50 White
Radiant Holidays SPT-1 C7 link $10.00 $0.20 Package of 50 Green (SPT1/SPT2)
SPT-1 C9 Socket
Action Lighting SPT-1 C9 link $11.41 $0.11 Package of 100 (Green or White)
ChristmasLightShow SPT-1 C9 link $3.95 $0.40 Package of 10 Green
Creative Displays SP-T1 C9 link $4.00 $0.40 Package of 10 (White, Black or Green)
LEDGenLighting SPT-1 C9 link $5.00 $0.10 Package of 50 Green (Check with vendor does not say SPT1 or SPT2?)
LEDGenLighting SPT-1 C9 link $5.00 $0.10 Package of 50 White (Check with vendor does not say SPT1 or SPT2?)
Novelty Lights SPT-1 C9 link $9.50 $0.19 Package of 50 Green
Novelty Lights SPT-1 C9 link $8.50 $0.17 Package of 50 White
Radiant Holidays SPT-1 C9 link $10.00 $0.20 Package of 50 Green (SPT1/SPT2)

SPT-2

Vendor Size Type Link Price Price per Unit Note
SPT-2 Male Plug
Action Lighting SPT-2 Male link $5.93 $0.49 Package of 12 Green
Action Lighting SPT-2 Male link $5.93 $0.49 Package of 12 White
3G Light Creations SPT-2 Male link $6.95 $0.70 Package of 10 Green
3G Light Creations SPT-2 Male link $6.95 $0.70 Package of 10 White
ChristmasLightShow SPT-2 Male link $6.00 $0.60 Package of 10 Green
LEDGenLighting SPT-2 Male link $19.00 $0.38 Package of 50 Green
Novelty Lights SPT-2 Male link $0.85 $0.85 Package of 1 Green (Discount for quantity 50-149 $0.65, 150+ $0.50)
Novelty Lights SPT-2 Male link $0.85 $0.85 Package of 1 White (Discount for quantity 50-149 $0.65, 150+ $0.50)
Radiant Holidays SPT-2 Male link $25.00 $0.50 Packages of 50, 10 Green
SPT-2 Female Socket
Action Lighting SPT-2 Female link $5.93 $0.49 Package of 12 Green
Action Lighting SPT-2 Female link $5.93 $0.49 Package of 12 White
3G Light Creations SPT-2 Female link $6.95 $0.70 Package of 10 Green
3G Light Creations SPT-2 Female link $6.95 $0.70 Package of 10 White
ChristmasLightShow SPT-2 Female link $6.00 $0.60 Package of 10 Green
LEDGenLighting SPT-2 Female link $20.00 $0.40 Package of 50 Green
Novelty Lights SPT-2 Female link $0.85 $0.85 Package of 1 Green (Discount for quantity 50-149 $0.65, 150+ $0.50)
Novelty Lights SPT-2 Female link $0.85 $0.85 Package of 1 White (Discount for quantity 50-149 $0.65, 150+ $0.50)
Radiant Holidays SPT-2 Female link $25.00 $0.50 Packages of 50, 10 Green
SPT-2 Female Inline Socket
Radiant Holidays SPT-2 Female Inline link $25.00 $0.50 Package of 50 Green
SPT-2 C7 Socket
Action Lighting SPT-2 C7 link $11.41 $0.11 Package of 100 (Green or White)
ChristmasLightShow SPT-2 C7 link $2.95 $0.30 Package of 10 Green
LEDGenLighting SPT-2 C7 link $4.00 $0.08 Package of 50 Green (Check with vendor does not say SPT1 or SPT2?)
LEDGenLighting SPT-2 C7 link $4.00 $0.08 Package of 50 White (Check with vendor does not say SPT1 or SPT2?)
Novelty Lights SPT-2 C7 link $8.50 $0.17 Package of 50 Green
Novelty Lights SPT-2 C7 link $8.50 $0.17 Package of 50 White
Radiant Holidays SPT-2 C7 link $10.00 $0.20 Package of 50 Green (SPT1/SPT2)
SPT-2 C9 Socket
Action Lighting SPT-2 C9 link $11.41 $0.11 Package of 100 (Green or White)
ChristmasLightShow SPT-2 C9 link $3.95 $0.40 Package of 10 Green
DIYLEDExpress SPT-2 C9 link $3.75 $0.31 Package of 12 Green
LEDGenLighting SPT-2 C9 link $5.00 $0.10 Package of 50 Green (Check with vendor does not say SPT1 or SPT2?)
LEDGenLighting SPT-2 C9 link $5.00 $0.10 Package of 50 White (Check with vendor does not say SPT1 or SPT2?)
Novelty Lights SPT-2 C9 link $9.50 $0.19 Package of 50 Green
Novelty Lights SPT-2 C9 link $8.50 $0.17 Package of 50 White
Radiant Holidays SPT-2 C9 link $10.00 $0.20 Package of 50 Green (SPT1/SPT2)