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 current the fuse can withstand.  These types of fuses are there to keep devices, systems and people safe.  They are... More

Don’t be Shocked! We sell a 13mm wide, 480 VAC, DIN Rail Mounted Circuit Breaker

You heard that right!  The thinnest breaker on the market - up to 3 poles - in normal, slow or fast trip curves, up to 60AMPS.  This pretty much covers any low voltage application you may have for UL 1077 electrical designs.  UL 1077 signifies Supplemental Circuit Protection - meaning the device can’t act as the on/off switch (operate the load).  These devices are quite common in Industrial Electrical applications.The advantage we have with our... More

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 a shape that fits in your hand comfortably, but also allows you to torque the terminals to the desired level. ... More

Terminate and Protect Your Control Loop and System With One Terminal Block

Imagine being able to land your control loop on one 6mm terminal block!  Then think about the space savings that would add up in high I/O count systems! Introducing the AVK Series Double Deck Fused Disconnect Terminal Block by Klemsan – the space-saving, ultra-slim 6mm wide block with powerful functionality. This block allows you to combine AC (Hot and Neutral) or DC (POS and NEG) in a single unit, featuring a protective 5x20mm or 5x25mm... More

Lighten Up! Lose Weight and Cost With Nylon Cable Grips

If you are using Metallic Cable Grips (or maybe even running conduit) and your environment allows for the use of Nylon Cable Grips then you are in for two huge benefits.  One being that the weight of your system will drop dramatically and two, the cost will be significantly lower.  Not only will your shipping costs (to and from your facility) improve but your material costs for those products should drop 50% - 75%!  Why... More

A Simple Solution for Crimping LARGE Wire Ferrules - The VICE Crimper

If you are having a hard time finding a crimping tool for LARGE wire sizes 1/0 up to 300 MCM we have the solution for you!  It's called the VICE 70150 - crimping wire ferrules of 70 - 150 mms or 1/0 - 300 MCM !  There are a few ways to accomplish this but none as easy and as cost effective as the American Electrical, Inc. (AEI) VICE Crimper.  That’s right, it fits right... More

Time to Market: Opportunities to Improve Production Operations

If you value time to market and on time delivery and are tired of hearing questions like:  How long has this project been on the floor?  What’s taking so long?  What’s the bottleneck?,,, It may be time to look at the manufacturing operations performed in your facility and to see where it may make sense to automate.American Electrical, Inc. (AEI) sells machinery and equipment that can help you speed up those operations that may be... More

Still Crimping Wire Ferrules by Hand? These Pneumatic Tools Make Cents!

It doesn’t cost much more to move from standard hand tools to Pneumatic tools - they’re priced just a bit higher than hand tools but make sense when it comes to helping the techs that work with you!  Hand tools are plain and simple - stressful on your hands and can cause permanent nerve damage if certain movements are done repetitiously for a long time period.  No one wants that - right?  Then why not... More

Put Some Teeth Into Your Cable Tie Selection

Introducing the new 2-LOCK™ Cable Ties by Elematic - these high quality Cable Ties have two patented and innovative 316 Stainless Steel teeth to provide one of the highest tensile strength Cable Ties in the Industry at 175.40 lbs!  These cable ties are Halogen free, detectable and smooth bodied so that they can be tightened to any degree.  The 2-LOCK™ Cable Ties were specifically designed for use in food and pharmaceutical processing industries but are... More

Cracking the Codes for Insulated Wire Ferrules

Insulated Wire Ferrules have so many different colors available, sometimes it’s confusing to navigate.  There are three color codes that have been developed since the early 1970’s.  The three codes available today are:  DIN, W and T.  In some cases, they have the same colors for the same wire sizes but in others, they are vastly different.  Wire Ferrules are specified by the wire size being used, the color code and the barrel length.  We... More