When people think of wire termination, they often imagine connectors, terminals, or crimp tools. But the unsung hero in that chain is the wire ferrule. At American Electrical, Inc., (AEI), we’ve built a reputation for supplying high-quality ferrules, made by GLW, that help engineers, technicians, panel builders, and OEM’s get wiring right the first time.
Why Wire Ferrules Matter
Ferrules :: those little metal sleeves placed over stripped wire ends before inserting into terminal blocks or screw connections … are critical for:
Preventing stray strands that can cause short circuits or arcing
Ensuring consistent contact surface and low resistance
Providing mechanical stability in vibration environments
Enhancing safety, compliance, and long-term reliability
In essence, ferrules transform raw conductors into robust, secure connections.
AEI’s Ferrule Product Line
We offer a broad selection of UL Listed wire ferrules to fit diverse applications:
Insulated & Uninsulated Ferrules :: for different insulation and environmental needs
Single, Twin, XL and thick insulation Ferrules :: for single conductors or for daisy chaining wiring
Ferrule Reels, Strips, Slide Boxes and Assortments :: reels and strips compatible with automatic crimping machinery :: slide boxes and assortments great for the work bench
Wide AWG Range :: from fine control wires to heavier power conductors
We even offer high quality equipment for Crimping Wire Ferrules!!
Visit our website here, or call us at 804.379.2899
