Wire ferrules are small tin plated, copper sleeves that are crimped onto the ends of stranded wires, providing several benefits in electrical connections. Here’s why you should use them: Improved Connection Quality: When stranded wires are inserted directly into terminals or connectors, the strands can spread apart, leading to uneven contact and potential connection issues….
This THIN Relay Can Save You Valuable 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…
A BRIGHT IDEA ! – Using Colored Terminal Blocks Can Enhance Your Design
Colored terminal blocks are used in electrical and electronic applications for a variety of practical reasons. Here are four key reasons to use colored terminal blocks: Improved Organization and Identification: Colored terminal blocks help in easily identifying different circuits, wires, or components. By using different colors for different functions or voltage levels, technicians and engineers…
The fastest, most exact way to cut DIN Rail
Introducing the TS3CUT by American Electrical, Inc. (AEI). Never before has it been so easy and repeatable to make a quality 90 degree cut in Aluminum or Steel DIN Rail. The TS3CUT can cut 3 different types of DIN Rail – 35mm x 7.5mm (shallow), 35mm x 15mm (deep) and 15mm mini-DIN Rail. It is…
Power Distribution Made Easy
If you’re looking for a design that can easily take large AWG sizes and distribute them down to smaller sizes then this product may be for you ! Do you need to feed several circuits with one incoming power feed? Are you confused about all the jumpering required with standard Terminal Blocks and the time…
Not Your Average Cable Tie
Introducing the Elematic 2 Lock™ Cable Tie – this is the only Cable Tie with two Stainless Steel locking mechanisms. Having two locking mechanisms eliminates the necessity for having ridges along the cable tie. The elimination of the ridges on the Cable Tie makes for a continuous smooth surface for the product, device, or cable…
Start your Motors! … with American Electrical’s DIN Rail Mounted Contactors
DIN rail mounted contactors are an essential component in modern electrical systems, providing reliable control (and protection in some cases) for various applications. At American Electrical, Inc.(AEI), we offer a comprehensive range of DIN rail mounted contactors, by CBI, that cater to diverse needs in industrial and commercial settings. Here’s a closer look at the…
Not Your Average WireNut- What to Consider When Sizing a Terminal Block
Unlike a WireNut that just serves a function to keep wires bound together, Terminal Blocks actually carry current and can perform multiple functions – there’s much more to consider. Let’s take a look at five attributes to consider when sizing your terminal block in most any application – they happen to be Function, Load, Wire Size, Voltage…
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Here’s a quick and easy guide to get to our product line quickly! All products are stocked in Richmond, VA. You will not only find our service to be exceptional but also our competitive pricing. Call us today at 804.379.2899 or visit us below! Thanks for following – please SHARE ! Connection DIN Rail Terminal…
