UK Specialist Distributor since 1979 Worldwide shipping 17,000+ line attributes online
UK Specialist Distributor · Stockist · Since 1979

Switching & control components, in stock and ready to ship.

Relays, switch disconnectors, ATEX safety switches, sensors and control gear from the world's leading manufacturers — with the technical support to specify exactly the right part for your application.

ATEX & safety specialistsExd, Ex mb & IP69K rated ranges
Global despatchTrading with customers worldwide
Technical supportApplication advice & obsolete alternatives
NEW · Bremas Ersce Solar PV

Compact DC disconnect switches for Solar PV

Next-generation, just 45 mm wide — proven in installations worldwide.

Solar PV DC Disconnect Switch, padlockable, DIN rail mounting
DC Disconnect · DIN rail · Padlockable
DS Series disconnect switch with yellow plate and red padlockable handle
DS Series · Yellow / Red handle
45mmWide
1500VDC max
60AUp to
Stocking leading manufacturers
Bremas ErsceCarling TechnologiesCarlo GavazziCrouzetEBM-PapstIdem Safety SwitchesLittelfuseSchneider ElectricSaia BurgessTE ConnectivityPilzPotter & Brumfield Bremas ErsceCarling TechnologiesCarlo GavazziCrouzetEBM-PapstIdem Safety SwitchesLittelfuseSchneider ElectricSaia BurgessTE ConnectivityPilzPotter & Brumfield
Our Ranges

Thousands of components, organised by application

From a single switch to a custom electrical assembly — and where it's not on the shelf, our distributor relationships give us access to the full manufacturer range.

Relays

  • Automotive 12 & 24Vdc
  • Industrial & hermetically sealed
  • High voltage & solid state
  • Relay sockets & bases

Switch Disconnectors & Isolators

  • DC high current & voltage contactors
  • Battery isolators 500A
  • 1500Vdc solar isolators
  • Rotary cam switches

Safety & ATEX

  • Emergency stop switches
  • Magnetic switches (Ex, explosion proof)
  • Limit switches Exd & 316 stainless
  • Rope-grab wire switches

Sensors & Microswitches

  • Inductive proximity sensors 60Vdc
  • Inductive sensors ATEX
  • Microswitches
  • Sensor connectors

Switches & Control Gear

  • Carling rocker & toggle switches
  • Pushbuttons & selectors 22.5mm
  • AC contactors & overloads
  • Light-signal towers & beacons

Protection & Power

  • DC circuit breakers & automotive fuses
  • Solar surge protection
  • Power supplies & distribution
  • Timers & monitoring relays
2025 · New from Bremas Ersce

Solar PV Firefighter & DC disconnect switches

In March, Bremas launched a new range of Solar PV firefighter switches offering dual mechanical flag indication and the highest possible specification — the latest addition to our compact DC disconnect family.

  • Only 45 mm wide
  • DIN rail mounting
  • 12–60A up to 1000Vdc
  • 10–30A up to 1500Vdc
  • Patented design
  • Proven worldwide
Bremas Ersce padlockable solar PV DC disconnect switch, yellow and red Bremas Ersce DIN rail solar PV DC disconnect switch
Our Story

Four decades of switching & control expertise

Pennine Components Ltd was established in 1979 as a specialist distributor of Potter & Brumfield relays and Saia Burgess microswitches, based in the North of England some 25 miles east of Manchester.

Over the years we've added many suppliers while staying true to our theme — specialists in switching components such as magnetic switches, safety switches, proximity sensors, relays and rocker switches, serving a wide variety of industry. We began with the UK oil, machine-tool and bus-fleet markets and now trade globally, welcoming enquiries from export customers and consumers alike.

1979Founded as a specialist distributor of Potter & Brumfield relays and Saia Burgess microswitches.
2015Acquired the Greenbrook Controls & Components division of Greenbrook Electrical PLC (formerly B&R Relays).
2021Moved to a new purpose-built warehouse on Canal Side Industrial Estate, Todmorden, and launched a new website with 17,000+ selection attributes.
Hermetically sealed relay held in stock by Pennine Components
1979Established
45+Years trading
17k+Attributes
GlobalDespatch
Why Pennine

More than a parts box — a technical partner

The same services we've offered for over 40 years, now backed by a modern online catalogue.

Order by phone or email

Speak to a real specialist and place your order directly — no call centres, no hold music.

Trade accounts

Trade on an account basis for UK limited companies, subject to references — smoother repeat ordering.

Technical & application support

Application advice and alternatives to discontinued parts — from Saia Burgess Hawk to Schneider relays.

Volume scheduling & pricing

Scheduled orders and special prices for volume enquiries — plus access to our suppliers' full ranges.

In the Warehouse

A glimpse of what we stock

Industrial & automotive switching components from the manufacturers specifiers trust.

CR series cam switch
Rotary cam switches
HLM-SS ATEX stainless steel safety limit switch
ATEX stainless safety limit switches
Industrial relay
Industrial & sealed relays
R series DC circuit breaker
DC circuit breakers
Solar surge protector DC 1040Vdc
Solar surge protection
DS series yellow red disconnect switch
Switch disconnectors
Waterproof USB charger
Waterproof USB chargers
Solar PV DC disconnect switch DIN rail
Solar PV DC disconnects
Authorised Lines

Leading brands, held in stock

A selection of the manufacturers we distribute — ask us about any line not listed.

Allen Bradley Bremas Ersce Carling Technologies Carlo Gavazzi Crouzet Durakool Durite EBM-Papst Euroswitch Fandis Guardmaster Idem Safety Kissling Littelfuse Magnecraft Moflash Nagares-Mahle Otto Panasonic Pilz Pizzato Potter & Brumfield Saia Burgess Schneider Electric Schrack Sigma Controls Steute TE Connectivity Struthers & Dunn Costech
Get in Touch

Talk to a switching specialist

Place an order, request a quote, or get application advice. We respond as quickly as we can.

OL14 7AJ · Canal Side Industrial Estate, Todmorden Get directions

Can't find the part you need?

As a specialist distributor we can access our suppliers' full ranges — and offer custom electrical assemblies. Just ask.