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

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June 20, 2025

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June 18, 2025

Schurter UL-Uprating of OGD Fuse Holder and OG Clip to 1000 V

Schurter are pleased to announce that the OGD fuse holder and the OG (Clip) 5x20 / 6.3x32 have received an uprating from UL to 1000 VAC/VDC.

This demonstrates the potential of their well-known and popular products, which even exceed initial expectations. This upgrade to 1000 V paves the way for new applications that require a higher voltage rating.

The enhanced voltage rating is effective immediately and includes the following part series:

OGD Series:
Fuseholder Open Design, 5 x 20 / 6.3 x 32 mm, THT, VDE: 250/500 VAC, UL/CSA: 1000 V, Cover, IEC 60335-1

OGD-SMD Series:
Fuseholder Open Design, 5 x 20 / 6.3 x 32 mm, SMD, VDE: 250/500 VAC, UL/CSA: 600/1000 V, Cover, IEC 60355-1

OG Series:
Clip, 5 x 20 / 6.3 x 32 mm, UR