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E. Preston Electrical
Electrical Connectors
What is a Connector?
A connector is an electromechanical device used to join two electrical parts together, generally this would be connecting a cable to a system or cable to another cable within an electrical circuit. There are many different types of connectors that can accomplish this. They can be used to connect power, data and fibre and can come in different shapes, sizes and materials. They can also be waterproof, dustproof and heat proof to various industry ratings. Our sales team is ready to help you with any queries.
What Do We Supply?
We offer a broad range of electrical connectors, including:
Appliance couplers
Hazardous area connectors
'Buccaneer' sealed connectors
General purpose connectors and accessories
Why Choose E. Preston?
As a distributor, we stock and supply electrical connectors from excellent manufacturers like Bulgin, Hylec, Schurter and TE. The quality and reliability of their products is second to none and we are delighted to be a distributor for them. We distribute throughout the UK from our premises in Dukinfield, Cheshire, and aim send as many orders out for next day delivery as possible.
As a company we are driven by what might be seen as ‘old fashioned’ values of making sure we return phone calls when asked, and treating customers with respect. Ultimately, great customer service is important to us and one of the reasons why we have thrived as a company.
We are not old fashioned in our processes and operations, however. Our processes are all computerised ensuring that our operations run smoothly.
We offer flexible payment terms for our customers too.
Our excellent customer service is also reflected in our provision of expert technical assistance and advice that our highly experienced staff can provide over the phone, which our customers use and find invaluable.
Electrification is advancing across all industries – from electric vehicles and charging infrastructure to energy storage, aerospace, and fuel cells. As a result, the demand for reliable protection mechanisms in high-voltage systems is increasing. With the new Pyrofuse-APO Series, Schurter launches a fuse technology that sets a new benchmark for safety.
Unlike conventional fuses, the APO Fuse operates actively. In the event of a short circuit or accident, the control unit sends a trigger signal to an integrated micro gas generator. Within milliseconds, the generator produces high pressure that drives a piston to mechanically sever the solid copper busbar. The resulting arc is safely suppressed in a dedicated extinguishing chamber. The outcome is a complete galvanic isolation in less than two milliseconds – with measured values as fast as 0.9 ms.
The APO Series is rated for operating voltages up to 1000 volts and continuous currents up to 400 amperes. With an ultra-low internal resistance in the range of only a few dozen micro-ohms, power losses and temperature rise remain minimal. Its high breaking capacity ensures safe interruption even under extreme short-circuit conditions, while the fully encapsulated design prevents the release of gases or particles.
This unique combination of speed, robustness, and efficiency guarantees maximum system safety. At the same time, the compact design allows for seamless integration into existing architectures and relieves downstream components such as contactors.
With the Pyrofuse-APO Series, Schurter strengthens its position as a technology partner for emobility and the energy transition. Whether in electric vehicles, aerospace applications, or stationary storage systems, the APO Fuse ensures that high-voltage systems remain reliably protected – even under the most demanding conditions.
Honeywell RTY Dual-Output Hall-Effect Rotary Position Sensor
RTY Dual Output Sensors - Designed to provide non-contact sensing in harsh transportation and industrial applications
The Honeywell RTY Dual Output Hall-effect Rotary Position Sensors are designed to provide non-contact sensing in harsh transportation and industrial applications with safety redundancy.
The rise of smarter controls in transportation and industrial equipment has been enabled by accurate, reliable, and rugged sensing technology. Hall-effect style sensors provide a portable, non-contact solution that can handle tough operating conditions in these environments.
The RTY Dual Output Series joins the extensive Honeywell portfolio of rugged and reliable Hall-effect Rotary Position Sensors. The addition of the RTY Dual Output Series brings the durability and reliability of our Rotary Position Sensors into customer applications requiring safety redundancy.
About RTY Dual Output Sensors: The RTY Series Hall-effect Rotary Position Sensors provide non-contact sensing in harsh transportation and industrial applications at a competitive cost.
These shaft activated products are available in two versions: an integral shaft with or without a lever. The lever may allow customers to reduce the number of mechanical linkages required for their applications, which may reduce the cost of the overall customer solution.
These products use a magnetically biased, Hall-effect integrated circuit (IC) to sense rotary movement of the actuator over a set operating range. Rotation of the actuator changes the magnet’s position relative to the IC. The resulting flux density change is converted to a linear output.
Key Features:
True non-c ontact operation:Ensures long-lasting performance with a product life of 35 million cycles•Solid-s tate Hall-e ffect technology:Provides accurate and reliable sensing
Dual signal capability:Delivers two voltage output signals for enhanced functionality
Rugged design: IP67 and IP69K-sealed package with integral connector for durability in harshenvironments30 September 2025
Automotive-g rade testing:Includes EMI/EMC testing, integrated reverse polarity, and short circuit protection
Applications:
Transportation: Ideal for position and movement detection in trucks, buses, off-road vehicles, cranes, and more
Industrial: Suitable for valve control, HVAC damper control, and irrigation equipment pivot control
Marine:Perfect for tilt/trim position and rudder position monitoring
Military:Effective for chassis suspension systems position height
