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IEC Connectors

What is an IEC Connector?

An IEC connector is an electronic cable that meets the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) standards. The specification for IEC connectors is IEC-60320. The connectors mounted with wires are referred to as female connectors or sockets. The connectors mounted with panels are known as male connectors or plugs. Connectors are available in various lead lengths and plug types.

What Do We Supply?

We have a wide range of approved IEC connectors, including lockable IEC cables and sockets.

Why Choose E. Preston?

Trading since 1980, we have built up an enviable reputation for both our outstanding customer service, and our range and stock of electrical and electronic components.

We have always worked hard to ensure that we exceed customers expectations when they deal with us. We are a little old-school in our service, making sure that we follow-through on promises made to customers, phoning back when we say we are going to do so, and not over promising and then under-delivering.

As part of our service, we also make the very best effort to ensure the customer receives their order next day, if needed, and we are flexible with our payment terms if required by a customer.

We have stock of thousands of IEC Connectors, and they are manufactured by highly reputable brands such as Bulgin, Schaffner and Schurter. If you need technical assistance before purchasing our IEC connectors, we have a team of highly experienced operatives who have expert knowledge about our components, enabling them to give you advice and assistance.
whether you want to purchase IEC connectors or to get technical help. We look forward to hearing from you!

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April 7, 2026

E-T-A Timer Relays

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Timer relays are especially suitable for the use in passenger cars, trucks, buses as well as construction machinery and emergency vehicles. They control pumps, valves or motors, which are meant to overtravel or stay open for a defined period of time. They equally control the co-ordinated, sequential switch-on of loads to avoid load peaks (e.g. with fans).

E-T-A timer relays are available for DC 12 V and DC 24 V applications and are suitable for standard automotive relay sockets to ISO 7588.

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Key Features:

  • Functions: Provide ON delay, OFF delay, and interval timing, allowing for flexible, programmable operation.
  • Technical Design: Features include solid-state reliability
  • Installation: Designed to fit standard automotive relay sockets to ISO 7588, facilitating easy replacement.

Key Benefits:

  • Load Management: Enables sequential switching to avoid power peaks and protects batteries.
  • Durability: Engineered for harsh conditions with robust construction.
  • Customization: Offers flexible, programmable parameters for specific vehicle needs.

Applications:

  • Buses
  • Trucks
  • Construction Machinery
  • Specialized Vehicles
  • Protecting Circuits and Controlling Devices that need to run for a specific duration

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March 27, 2026

Schurter 4792: Outlet 16A for Flexible Wiring

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4792 – Outlet 16A for Flexible Wiring

  • Mechanically Robust Design
  • Available in Three Colors: Black, White, Grey
  • 90° Rotated Terminals

When space is limited and wiring must be efficient, every detail counts. The new Schurter 4792 outlet type J offers an intelligent solution: horizontally aligned connections, rotated 90° compared to standard designs. This variant facilitates wiring in power distribution units (PDUs).

The 4792 outlet combines space-saving design with easy installation. The snap-in mounting system for wall thicknesses from 0.8 to 3.0 mm (standard: 1.2 and 1.5 mm; variants on request) enables quick and secure installation.

Available in black, white, or gray, the 4792 outlet offers greater design freedom for a variety of applications. With several connection options (standard: QC 6.3 mm; QC 4.8 mm, solder or PCB connections available on request), it offers various wiring possibilities. Certified according to VDE, UL, and CCC, the 16 A outlet guarantees worldwide conformity and safety.

The new 4792 outlet with a rated current of 16 A is suitable for use as a component in power distribution units (PDUs), which are used in particular in data centers, but also for other applications such as industry, IoT, and IT/telecommunications.

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