Shield Grounding- Pro Tip

The Easiest Way to Ground Cable Shields:Easyconnect cable grips by AGRO AG , are by far, the EASIEST, FASTEST and most RELIABLE method to ground Cable Shields in the WORLD. That’s a big statement that can be backed up by hundreds of thousands of successful applications and installations all over the planet. American Electrical, Inc., in Richmond, VA stocks thousands of AGRO AG products, including EASYconnect cable grips.Interested? Check out the 1 ½ minute video... More

Why Are You Still Crimping Ferrules by Hand?

If you have only a small volume, we understand. However if you are crimping over a few thousand a year then please consider upgrading to the MC 25 - Automatic Wire Ferrule Crimping Machine. The MC 25 Strips and Crimps 20-14 AWG wires and applies an insulated wire ferrule in 1.5 seconds!  The machine holds 1000 wire ferrules on a reel (500 for 14 AWG) and weighs only 28 pounds so it can be moved... More

Increase Productivity - Outfit Your Techs with the Crimpkit

Why not consider outfitting your techs with all the wire ferrules, tools for cutting, stripping and crimping they need to do their jobs?  No more hunting for the right tool or the right wire ferrule.  Think of all the time that's wasted.The Crimpkit comes complete with a stripping and cutting tool, a wire ferrule crimper and an assortment of insulated wire ferrules from 24-10 AWG.  All this in a rugged metallic sectioned box that can... More

Save Time and Money by utilizing POE injectors

POE, or Power Over Ethernet, utilizes twisted pair spare wires in an RJ 45 (CAT 5) wiring set. Only 2 of the four twisted pairs are being used for LAN transmit and receive, and created an opportunity to simply use the same LAN cable to transport power (48VDC). This comes in handy since many devices like cameras, wireless access points, network switches and VOIP phones can operate with 48VDC. Imagine not having to run a... More

The Case for Molded Case Circuit Breakers

7 important facts for Engineering consideration:We’re talking about protecting your entire control panel - pretty important isn't it?  Molded case circuit breakers have held the number one position for this application for many years.  Molded case circuit breakers (MCCBs) offer several advantages that make them a popular choice in electrical applications, specifically the main power feed disconnect and protector.  Here are seven important facts concerning MCCB’s:1.  Overcurrent Protection: MCCBs are designed to protect electrical circuits... More

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Let’s talk about DIN Rail - are you buying it AND are you cutting it?

Let’s talk about DIN Rail - are you buying it AND are you cutting it?  If so, let American Electrical, Inc. help you in both cases!AEI sells all types of DIN Rail - steel and aluminum in solid or slotted AND shallow (7.5mm) or deep (15mm) versions in one or two meter lengths.  AEI’s wide variety of DIN Rail is available for shipment from Richmond, VA for an extremely competitive price - and if you... More

Aesthetics Count ! How does your control cabinet stack up?

Let’s face it - Looks matter.  How does your control cabinet look through the eyes of your customer?Creating a visually appealing and neatly organized control cabinet while ensuring safety and functionality requires attention to several key aspects. Here's 10 things that you can do to design the best-looking and safe control box:1.  Layout Planning: Start by carefully planning the layout of components within the cabinet. Group similar components together and arrange them logically to minimize... More

Why should you protect your control system from Mother Nature?

Protecting control systems from lightning is crucial for several reasons:Preventing Damage: Lightning strikes can cause significant damage to control systems, including electrical components, circuitry, and connected devices. This damage can result in system downtime, costly repairs, and potential data loss.Ensuring Operational Continuity: Control systems are often critical for the operation of various processes and infrastructure, such as power plants, transportation systems, and manufacturing facilities. Protecting them from lightning helps maintain uninterrupted operations and prevents disruptions... More

Best Practice: How to Properly Terminate Thermocouple Wires

First let's discuss Thermocouples!  A thermocouple is a temperature sensor device used to measure temperature in various industrial, scientific, and commercial applications. It consists of two different metal wires or alloys joined together at one end, called the sensing or measuring junction, and connected to a temperature-measuring instrument at the other end.  When the two different types of metals are joined together, they produce a micro-voltage proportional to the temperature. What happens in between that junction... More