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Switchgear and Control Gear

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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June 29, 2026

Schurter Series: FMAD NEO Power Line Filter

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FMAD NEO, 1-Stage Filter for 3-Phase Systems

Schurter FMAD NEO

The FMAD NEO is a highly compact, single-stage EMC/EMI power line filter designed for 3-phase systems with a neutral line. Manufactured by Schurter, it provides high-efficiency noise suppression for industrial machinery and electronic equipment where control cabinet space is strictly limited.

Description:

  • Terminals for three phases, neutral conductor and ground
  • 1 stage
  • Very high attenuation
  • Industrial or low leakage current versions

Key Features

  • Compact Footprint: Features a nearly cubed shape, making it ideal for the space constraints of modern 3-phase control cabinets.
  • High Attenuation: Delivers excellent noise suppression relative to its small size and weight.
  • Machine Safety Compliant: Certain variants comply with the IEC 60204-1 machine safety standard, featuring quick capacitor discharge times (residual voltage < 60 V within 1–2 seconds) and insulation resistance of at least 1 MΩ.
  • Wide Temperature Range: Operates effectively in harsh climatic conditions, ranging from -40°C to +100°C.

Applications:

  • Voltage rating 520 VAC for world wide acceptance
  • Protection against interference voltage from the mains
  • Especially designed for industrial applications such as: Frequency Converters, Stepper Motor Drives, UPS-Systems, Inverters
  • Variants Machine Safety suitable for machine applications according to IEC 60204-1
  • Suitable for use in equipment according to IEC/UL 62368-1

Enquiry Form: https://www.epreston.co.uk/contact/

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June 16, 2026

Sensata / Crydom ASO Series (PCB Mount AC Output) Solid State Relays

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Mini SIP Style SSRs with ratings up to 2 Amps at 12-280 VAC

Crydom ASO

The ASO Series is a family of PCB Mount
Mini SIP Solid State Relays with ratings
up to 2 Amps at 12-280 VAC.

Features:

  • Back-to-back SCR output
  • 4-10 VDC control
  • Zero voltage (resistive loads) or instantaneous (inductive loads) turn-on output

Enquiry Form: https://www.epreston.co.uk/contact/

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