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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.
Solid state remote power controllers are used for reliable protection, switching and monitoring of DC 24 V circuits and loads in the steel industry, automation and chemical industry.
SSRPCs are suitable for reliable switching, protecting and monitoring of resistive and inductive loads. The offer a range of functions including overload and short circuit protection as well as wire break detection, they help to avoid consequential damage or system downtimes, thereby reducing costs.
Applications:
Factory Automation & Machinery: Used for switching and protecting DC 24V circuits, particularly in steel, chemical production, and machinery control, adhering to safety standards like EN 60204.
Commercial Vehicles & Transportation: Ideal for buses, trucks, construction machinery, and agricultural vehicles to replace mechanical relays for increased longevity.
Industrial Control & Process Control: Used for controlling solenoids, magnetic brakes, and clutches.
Power Distribution: Employed in intelligent power distribution systems (e.g., ControlPlex®).
Medical & Equipment Technology: Utilized in professional tools and commercial kitchen appliances.
Benefits:
Diagnostic Capabilities: Features built-in monitoring for wire breaks, overload, and short circuits.
Reduced Downtime: Eliminates mechanical wear, improving system reliability.
Reduced Wiring: Minimizes wiring efforts in complex control cabinets.
Designed to Improve Efficiency in the Construction Industry
Metalynx² is designed to fulfil the needs of all building installations according to British Standard, IEC and UL/CSA.
A comprehensive range of products offer fast and failsafe installation using a unique coding system for power distribution, HVAC, Underfloor and complete integration to lighting controlsusing DALI, KNX or LON based systems.
The system offers cost and program savings with maximum flexibility for the future, this makes the Metalynx² system ideal for many applications.
Future-Proof & Time Saving
With Metalynx², flexibility in project design can be easily achieved.
Compared to conventional methods, cost savings are achieved.
Considerable time savings are achieved in installation and program times.
The system is future-proof and allows changes and reconfigurations as required.
The structured and pre-tested system guarantees you cost security in your projects.
Environmentally friendly and without waste on site - we deliver what is needed.
Metalynx² meets all relevant European IEC and British standards.
All products are factory tested and manufactured to the highest standards (risk reduction).
Wieland is the market leader with OEM connectivity in building services engineering.
