Electrical tape is an adhesive tape that is used specifically for electrical phasing and wiring jobs. Used as a safety measure, electrical tape is applied to any wires or cables which will conduct electricity, to protect and insulate them.  Electrical tape is available in different types, depending on the material it is made from, including cloth electrical tape, mastic electrical tape, vinyl electrical tape, rubber electrical tape, and PVC electrical tape.

Silicone tape is also fast and easy to apply, and remove. It leaves no sticky residue, so it saves you time cleaning. 

Made with a specialized high-temperature tempering process, butyl tape is thoroughly airtight and watertight to endure the harshest of weather conditions - from heavy rains to frigid winters, and its UV resistance helps to withstand direct sunlight with minimal damage.

Hobbyists and DIY tech enthusiasts often need to build control boxes for their projects as well. For a different perspective on what a control box can do, take a look at Bike Connect , a fascinating technology developed by bike enthusiasts in Portland, OR. This cool technology promises to smooth traffic flows that can be hostile to cyclists by using control boxes mounted on stop lights.

The control box has two main components: A specialized device that interfaces with the stop light and a sensor that detects signals from the smartphone of an approaching cyclist who has the Bike Connect app. As the cyclist rolls up to the light, the app and the sensor talk to each other, turning the light green more quickly. According to its designers, it can be put together at home with a soldering iron and $200 in parts—although that doesn’t mean that you should try to install one on a neighborhood stop light without permission and assistance from city engineers.

The power supply unit links your control box to your main supply or power source. It also ensures that the power comes within the ideal current and voltage ranges thereby protecting your linked devices.