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Why choose E. Preston Electrical?

Official Distributor For Top Brands

We introduce our company as a specialist distributor of electrical and electronic components. 

We are an official authorised distributor of ABB, Adaptaflex, Arcolectric, BDC Electronics, Bulgin, Bussmann, Cherry, Chint, CML, Crouzet, Crydom, Cynergy3, Eaton, Entrelec, Essen, 
E-T-A, Finder, Honeywell, Hylec, IDEM, Johnson Electric/Saia-Burgess, Kraus & Naimer, Moeller, Sensata, Schaffner, Schurter, Scolmore, Tranilamp, Werma, Wieland and ZF. We are fully franchised for their complete ranges of switches, contactors, neons, timers and relays; buying directly from the manufacturer and selling at all of the manufacturers’ price breaks.

We also supply components from many other well known brands and our expert team can help you to find hard to source items and available stock.  More details are available on our company line card. 

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Customer Service

There are no minimum order charges unless imposed upon ourselves by the manufacturer. We are very easy to deal with and will quickly open a credit account for regular business. We have the facility to accept payments by credit or debit card. Our telephone lines lead directly into the sales office, thus avoiding possible frustrating delays whilst you wait to be put through to someone. We maintain good stock, have the expertise to advise on applications or equivalents, keep promises (including phoning back) and dispatch the same day we receive your order via 24 hour courier service. Out of stock items are dispatched the same day we receive them. We can also supply Certificates of Conformance as required.

Approved & Trusted

We are registered as an ISO 9001:2015  approved stockist and supplier, registration number RS 10581. We are also an MOD approved supplier, registration number 3EVP01.

All of the national wholesaler groups buy from us, and we ask that you look through the information about our company to see if you would benefit from using us. We are happy to quote against equivalent RS and Farnell references and we will do our utmost to prove our claims.

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Featured Products

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February 9, 2026

Finder Type 78.Y1 - Industrial Single Phase Switch Mode Power Supply

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Finder 78.Y1

Industrial single phase Switch Mode power supply 24 V DC, 480 W output, Output adjustable between 24-28 V, Double stage with active PFC (Power Factor Correction).

Function & Features:

  • High efficiency (up to 92%)
  • Low stand-by power consumption
  • Active PFC
  • DC output voltage adjustable
  • Short circuit protection with hiccup auto-recovery
  • Thermal protection with auto shoutdown
  • High peak current up to 30%
  • Boost current up to 30% for 3 s (depending on version)
  • Overvoltage protection: Varistor
  • Compliant with IEC/EN 62368-1, UL 61010
  • Parallel working for increased load current (with
    external diode) or redundancy
  • 35 mm rail (EN 60715) mount

Applications:

  • Building Automation
  • Elevators and Lifts
  • Automation for Blinds and Shutters
  • Hoists and Cranes
  • Panels for Electrical Distribution
  • Control Panels for Pumps

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

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February 6, 2026

Schurter EKO: High-Performance HV Fuses

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Schurter EKO

EKO: High-Performance HV Fuses for Industrial and Energy Applications

  • Rated voltage: 1000 VDC (1250 VAC available for
    selected series)
  • Rated currents: 50 – 1100 A
  • Breaking capacity: 50 kA DC (100 kA AC for
    selected series)
  • Characteristic HV Fuse Mounting Flush End,
    DIN-Rail, US Style Bolted Tag, Bolt-on

The EKO series is engineered for demanding high-voltage environments, offering protection up to 1000 VDC (and 1250 VAC for selected models) and current ratings from 50 to 1100 A. With a breaking capacity of up to 50 kA DC, these square-body fuses deliver safety and reliability.

Designed for robust performance, the EKO series withstands mechanical vibration, shock, chemical exposure, and extreme temperatures from -40 °C to +125 °C. Its ceramic housing and tin-plated copper alloy terminals ensure durability and stable electrical characteristics even under harsh conditions.

Choose from Flush End, DIN-Rail, US Style Bolted Tag or Bolt-on to simplify integration into diverse systems. Optional indicators and microswitches enable easy status monitoring.

The EKO series meets IEC, UL, and GB/T standards and complies with CE, RoHS, and REACH directives, ensuring global acceptance and peace of mind.

Schurter EKO fuses combine high performance with proven safety—your trusted choice for modern high-voltage protection.

Variations

  • EKO11: 160–400 A / 1000 VDC / 1250 VAC / Flush End / DIN-Rail
  • EKO12: 125–630 A / 1000 VDC / Flush End / US Style Bolted Tag
  • EKO13: 250–800 A / 1000 VDC / 1250 VAC / Flush End / DIN-Rail
  • EKO14: 315–1100 A / 1000 VDC / 1250 VAC / Flush End / DIN-Rail
  • EKO81: 50–400 A / 500 VDC / Bolt-on
    Optional indicator and microswitch for EKO11–EKO14
Schurter EKO App

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

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