“As a Senior Electrical Engineer with years of experience specifying components for control systems, I can tell you that choosing the right electrical part is a critical task that directly affects system reliability, maintainability, and compliance. While there are many facets of design, here are the top five attributes we assess when specifying electrical components:”…
Flip the Switch on Downtime: The Case for DIN Rail Mounted Circuit Breakers
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…
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…
