In Industrial Automation and Control Panel Design, overcurrent protection is critical, not only to safeguard components but to ensure uptime and reduce maintenance costs. While fuses are a trusted and effective method of circuit protection, circuit breakers offer several advantages that make them a compelling choice for engineers designing modern control systems. 1. Resettable Protection…
Protect What Powers Your Process
In industrial control applications, protecting circuits isn’t just best practice, it’s essential. That’s why more engineers are turning to DIN rail-mounted fuse holders, and American Electrical, Inc. offers a dependable line designed specifically for today’s demanding environments. Here’s why these fuse holders are a smart addition to any panel: 🔹 Quick & Clean Installation DIN…
Cut the Power, Not the Corners: Disconnects IN A BOX
In the world of industrial control panels and electrical enclosures, safety is non-negotiable. That’s why engineers increasingly specify disconnect switches—not just as an afterthought, but as a critical design element from the very beginning. A disconnect switch provides a means to safely cut power during maintenance or emergencies. It helps meet OSHA, NEC, and UL…
Terminate I/O the Easy Way
There’s always a need to add I/O – perhaps you’re testing a new process, evaluating an upgraded circuit, commissioned a new machine in your process or added new sensors and actuators. Introducing American Electrical, Inc.’s (AEI) line of DIN Rail Mounted Interface Modules. Available in D-Subminiature or IDC (flat cable) models and on the shelf…
Terminal Blocks in a Junction Box: Engineered for NEMA 4X Enclosures
American Electrical, Inc., (AEI) has 5, 10 ,15 and 20 position terminal blocks pre-engineered into a small junction box. Think of all the possibilities and time savings by buying this off the shelf – and, it’s only ONE part number. The boxes come with 2 – M20 cable grips and locknuts to make your design…
Barrier to Entry: Safety First
Barrier Strips are still being utilized in today’s Electrical Systems, despite all the advancements in connection technology. We’re trying to understand why this is so in the face of a myriad of safety advances in DIN Rail mounted Terminal Blocks. Barrier strips may assist the technician who loves their wide shank quarter inch screwdriver but…
Keyed for Safety: Rejection Fuses Explained
Why is my fuse shaped like this … and why are the ends not the same? That fuse is called a rejection fuse and “keyed” like this to fit into a device that will only support this style of fuse. In this case, a higher level of Interrupting Current – the maximum amount of fault…
It’s Always Good to Have the Right Tool
If you’re using DIN Rail Mounted Terminal Blocks and other devices that require secure wiring, then you know about having the right Screwdriver to accomplish the job correctly. American Electrical, Inc., (AEI) sells insulated (1000V) and non-insulated ergonomic screwdrivers that were designed for use with European style Terminal Blocks and other related devices. They have…
This Thin Relay Can Save You Valuable Panel Space
Amazing – a 6mm THIN DIN Rail mounted RELAY? At American Electrical, Inc. (AEI) that’s what we do all day – save you time, save you space and save you money! Especially with these space saving relays by Klemsan. A 6mm, space saving package with FOUR different coil voltages – 12 and 24 VDC and…
Down to Earth: Grounding Made Easy
Have you ever seen a design where there were multiple ground runs to an exposed busbar or groundbar in the bottom of the enclosure? Those green wires running all over the control panel making their way to the copper bar? Do you have a legacy system that makes similar runs and needs an upgrade? There’s…
