E. Preston (Electrical) Ltd has been a specialist distributor of electrical and electronic components since 1980, offering thousands of products to meet a wide variety of needs and applications.
But we do more than simply sell components — we have built a reputation as a company who do business the traditional and honest way. Paying attention to the simple things — like phoning people back when we say we will — has kept our customers coming back for over four decades.
Our staff are experts in their fields, we maintain appropriate stock levels, and all of our processes are fully computerised to ensure a smooth operation.
We also understand that business is carried out between people, not companies. We do the hard work to maintain relationships with our suppliers as well as our customers. That way everybody in every part of the supply chain is satisfied – from the manufacturer to the end consumer.
The company, which is still wholly owned by the Directors, is located on a modern industrial estate which lies six miles to the east of Manchester in the North West of England.
Our Offering
E. Preston (Electrical) Ltd is a UK distributor of electrical and electronic components, including switch products, indicator lights, microswitches, control gear, connectors & terminals, circuit protection, liquid level & flow sensors, safety switches, timers & relays and input devices.
Our network of suppliers and manufacturers includes known and trusted brands such as ABB, Bulgin, Chint, Crouzet, Eaton, E-T-A, Finder, Honeywell, Johnson Electric, Schurter and Schaffner. As authorised distributors for these and other companies, E Preston is able to source the right components at competitive prices.
Our expert staff, UK warehouse and central location allow us to fulfil orders quickly and accurately. We also strive to keep our team up-to-date on the latest product launches and industry developments.
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Schurter Three-Terminal Fuses (STTP) for Battery Systems
Intelligent Fuse Solutions for Battery Systems
Ultra-Low Contact Resistance for High Efficiency
High Contact Reliability for Low Signals
Enhanced Wear Resistance for Long‑Term Contact Integrity
Supports Miniaturization and High‑Power Density Design
The Schurter three-terminal fuses STTP 9550 combine conventional overcurrent protection with an actively triggered overcharge protection function, providing an additional layer of safety for lithium-ion battery systems.
In addition to current-dependent interruption, the integrated trigger terminal enables controlled activation in critical operating conditions. This allows reliable disconnection of charge and discharge paths even in the event of protection IC or FET failure.
Gold-plated terminals ensure low and stable contact resistance, high signal integrity, and excellent corrosion resistance. The compact package supports high-power-density battery pack designs ranging from 1 to 24 cells.
Applications: Typical applications include energy storage systems, power tools, UPS equipment, e-bikes, e scooters, and automated guided vehicles (AGVs). Supported by UL approvals and designed for redundant protection architectures required by modern battery safety standards, three-terminal fuses provide a robust and intelligent protection solution for advanced energy systems.
Schurter PPTC Resettable Fuses: Compact Protection for Maximum Reliability
PPTC: Compact Protection for Maximum Reliability
The new PPTC series PFTA, PFTB, PFTC and PFTL provide reliable resettable overcurrent protection for modern electronic applications. In the event of a fault, the polymer PTC device automatically increases resistance to effectively protect systems against overloads and short circuits — without replacing fuses.
The portfolio includes radial leaded and SMD versions with current ratings from 0.05 to 5 A and voltage ratings up to 72 V. UL-compliant flame-retardant materials and compatibility with automated assembly processes make these series ideal for industrial high-volume applications.
Applications: Typical applications include energy storage systems, power supplies, industrial electronics, consumer electronics, automotive systems, wearables, SSDs and Li-ion batteries. The compact PFTL SMD series additionally enables space-saving designs with high integration density.
