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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…
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: Layout Planning:…
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…
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…
Why do we Isolate Circuits?
Electrical isolation is crucial in various scenarios to ensure safety, prevent electrical interference, and protect sensitive components. Isolation refers to the separation of electrical circuits or components from each other. There are several reasons why isolation may be necessary: Safety: Isolation is vital for preventing electric shock. Isolating circuits can minimize the risk of electrical…
Power Distribution Blocks
Power Distribution Blocks allow easy connection of conductors to distribute power from one load into multiple smaller loads. They are installed downstream of a disconnect switch, transfer switch, or circuit breaker. IP20 Finger Safe Protection IP20 rated. Finger-safe design provides touch safe protection from live parts. Wide Range The extent of the range makes it…
