Where Electrical Panels Quietly Bleed Money š°ā”
Most electrical projects donāt go over budget because of one big mistake. They bleed money in small, overlooked decisions. After years in this industry, hereās where we consistently see panels get more expensive than they need to be: 1ļøā£ Overspecād Protection Using larger breakers or components ājust to be safeā sounds smart but it increases…
What Makes Class CC Fuses Different?
Not all fuses are created equal. When it comes to protecting control circuits inside industrial panels, Class CC fuses stand out for a few key reasons. 1. š”ļøHigh Interrupting Rating in a Small Package Class CC fuses typically carry a 200kA interrupting rating in a very compact footprint ,,, in 10x38mm and 1 Ā½ x…
Why AEI Chose Klemsan Wire Duct (And Why Our Customers Are Switching)
Wire Duct isnāt glamorous but itās one of those components that quietly determines how clean, serviceable, and efficient an electrical panel really is. At American Electrical, Inc., (AEI) weāre picky about who we represent and what we stock. If it doesnāt save time, money, or headaches, it doesnāt make the cut. Thatās exactly why we…
How Cable Grips Are Replacing Conduit and Cutting Real Costs
For decades, conduit has been the default answer for cable protection and strain relief. But in many real-world applications, itās also one of the most expensive and labor-intensive parts of an install. More contractors and OEMs are starting to ask a simple question: Do we really need conduit here? In many cases, the answer is…
Power Distribution Without the Guesswork
Clean power distribution is the foundation of a reliable control panel. American Electrical, Inc.ās (AEI)Ā power distribution blocks make it easy to take a single incoming feed and distribute power or signals safely, cleanly, and consistently across multiple circuits. DIN-Rail mounted and space-efficient, these blocks reduce wiring clutter, eliminate unnecessary splices, and improve serviceability. Theyāre…
Precision and Productivity: Meet the CS-100 Wire Stripper
Reliable electrical connections start with proper wire preparation. The CS-100 wire stripper from GLW is designed to deliver clean, consistent insulation stripping while protecting conductor integrity.Ā Strip 28-8 AWG conductors with ease – you can set the stripping length as well as the pull back length – protecting wire stands until itās time to terminate!Ā …
Automating Ferrule Crimping for Larger Gauge Wires
As wire sizes increase, so do the challenges.Ā Crimping ferrules on #12, #10, and #8 AWG conductors require more force, better alignment, and far less tolerance for error. This is where many manual tools and even some automated systems, begin to fall short. The MC40-L wire ferrule crimping machine, by GLW, is designed specifically to…
DIN Rail Density: Why Millimeters Matter More Than You Think
In control panel design, space is more than a convenience, itās a constraint that affects accessibility, future expansion and more importantly, costs. Choosing compact DIN Rail mounted components can free up valuable rail space, improve airflow, and simplify wiring and servicing. A few millimeters saved on each device adds up quickly $$ in high-density panels…
Why Wire Preparation Is Still the Weakest Link in the Control Panel
Control panels rarely fail because of the major components. More often, problems start at the connection point. Inconsistent stripping, damaged strands, and uneven crimps lead to loose terminations, troubleshooting headaches, and premature failures. Even the best terminal blocks and devices canāt compensate for poor wire preparation. Thatās why standardized tools and kits matter. American Electricalās…
The American Electrical, Inc. (AEI) Crimp Kit: Professional Wire Ferrule Termination Made Simple
Clean, reliable wire terminations start with the right tools. The American Electrical, Inc. (AEI) CrimpKit provides everything needed to prep, terminate, and crimp insulated wire ferrules onto conductors the right way. The kit includes a precision ratcheting wire ferrule crimping tool for consistent ferrule terminations, a dedicated wire cutter/stripper for accurate wire preparation, and a…
