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Relays

What is a Relay?

Relays are electrically operated switches that open and close circuits receiving electrical signals from external sources. The relays built into electrical products work in a similar way; they receive an electrical signal and send the signal to other equipment by turning the switch on and off. The three main functions of relays are to allow a small amount of electrical current to control high current loads, send different types of electrical signals, and drive multiple outputs with just one input.

What Do We Supply?

We have a broad range of relays in stock, including:
Modular step relays
Monostable relays
Ultra-slim PCB relays
Relay interface modules
Miniature PCB/plug-in relays
Low profile PCB relays
Miniature industrial relays
Safety relays
Power relays
Miniature power relays
Solid State relays
Relay bases
Coil indication
EMC protection

Why Choose E. Preston?

We are an official distributor and wholesaler of relays from brands such as Crouzet, Crydom and Finder. These are well known companies in their fields with excellent reputations for the quality of their products.

What really sets us aside from our competition is our choice and range of relays – you really don’t need to look anywhere else for your requirements.

As we have been operating for over forty years, we have developed a fantastic relationship with our suppliers. This benefits us in two main ways: We gain access to the widest choice of components from those suppliers, and secondly, they sell us those components at competitive prices because we purchase such significant volumes. We are able to pass on those competitive prices to you, our customer.

We have a large stockholding of our products at our warehouse in Dukinfield, Cheshire in the UK. This stock means that our product availability is consistently high, and we can get your order for stock items out to you in a 24 to 48 hour time frame.
and we can talk through your specific relay requirements.

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June 12, 2026

Schurter SMT: Microminiature Tactile Switch

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Microminiature Switch for SMT Applications

Schurter SMT Tactile Pic

SMT Switch TCS43

  • SMT Type Switch
  • High Number of Cycles
  • 2.2mm Low Profile Design

The TCS43 is a microminiature SMT tactile switch designed for high-performance applications requiring compact size, reliability, and precise haptic Feedback. With a footprint of just 4.2 × 3.2 mm and a low profile of 2.5 mm, it enables space-efficient PCB layouts without compromising usability.

The switch offers three actuation force options (180 gf, 250 gf, 400 gf; equivalent to 1.76 N to 3.92 N), allowing engineers to fine-tune the user experience depending on application requirements. Its mechanical lifetime of up to 100,000 cycles ensures long-term reliability, even in demanding environments.

Electrical performance supports low-power designs (10 µA to 50 mA, 1–12 VDC), while contact resistance remains ≤100 mΩ for stable signal integrity. The device operates reliably across a wide temperature range (-40 °C to +90 °C), making it suitable for both consumer and medical applications.

Typical use cases include user interfaces such as on/off switching, menu navigation, and parameter selection in high-end consumer electronics, home automation systems, IoT devices, and medical equipment (e.g., blood pressure monitors, ventilators).

The TCS43 combines compact design, robust performance, and flexible actuation characteristics
making it an ideal choice for next-generation interface solutions.

Schurter SMT Tactile App

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June 10, 2026

Finder 7P Series: Surge Protection Devices (SPD)

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7P Series: Surge Protection Devices (SPD)

Finder 7P Series

The 7P Series consists of Type 1 + 2, Type 1, Type 2 and Type 3 surge arresters.

Functions & Features (according to Type):

  • Surge arrester suitable for 230 V or 400 V networks
  • Single phase systems or three-phase systems
  • Replaceable varistor module and encapsulated spark gap modules
  • Visual and remote signalling of varistor status
  • 35mm rail (EN 60715) mount

Applications:

  • Panels for Electrical Distribution
  • Control Panels
  • Surge Protection
  • Road / Tunnel Lighting
  • Elevators and Lifts

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