Switchgear and Control Gear

We stock and distribute control gear from well-established brand names such as ABB, Eaton, Chint, Crouzet, Finder and Honeywell

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What is Switchgear and Control Gear?

Switchgear is a collective term for electrical disconnect switches, circuit breakers and fuses that ensure that electrical equipment is controlled, isolated and protected. Generally speaking, low, medium and high voltage switchgear is employed in power distribution applications. Control gear that is low or medium voltage is generally used in industrial applications where electrical equipment – particularly electric motors - needs to be protected from earth faults, surges and short circuits. It also provides simple control functions such as stop/start and building up motor speed.

What Do We Supply?

We supply an extensive range of switch and control gear, including:

Contactors

DIN rail terminals

Overload relays

MCBs

MCCBs

Programmable controllers

Switch fuses

Load break switches

Safety switches

Limit switches

Foot and palm switches

Enclosed switches

Pushbuttons

Emergency stops

Drives

Our low voltage range of industrial electric and electronic controls and systems are used in a wide range of sectors from oil and gas, transportation, data centre, marine and industrial.

Why Choose E. Preston?

As wholesalers, we stock and distribute control gear from well-established brand names such as ABB, Eaton, Chint, Crouzet, Finder and Honeywell.

We have access to thousands of motor control and switchgear products for a wide range of applications, suitable for any environment and use.

Our first-class choice and range means that you don’t have to look anywhere else for your needs. In addition, we have next day delivery on your products too.

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Featured Products

Switches

Relays

Electrical Timers

Fuse Holders

Electrical Connectors

Electrical Indicators

Battery Holders

Power Inlet Modules

IEC Connectors

Circuit Protection

Power Supplies

EMC Filters

Terminals and Terminal Blocks

Motors

Solenoids

News

April 7, 2026

E-T-A Timer Relays

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.

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

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.