RND

Welcome to our RND hub, a place to explore the Distrelec own brand. This space provides engineers, technicians, developers and students alike the ability to expand their maintenance and research possibilities.

Known in the industry as a supplier of low-cost, great-value electronic components, tools and devices, RND connects you with compliant and reliable solutions. Here you can reach the RND team, find reliable product information, access cost saving tips and more. Start your journey with RND today!

Interview with Distrelec’s Own Brand Manager, Gemma Squire

Discover the driving force behind Distrelec's own brand RND and meet Gemma Squire, Own Brand Manager, in this interview covering day-to-day life on the RND team, its plans for the future and how the Covid-19 pandemic has shaped those plans. Read more

Ultrasonic cleaning tanks and accessories: The complete guide from RND

Ultrasonic cleaners can be used to clean virtually anything. They are particularly useful for delicate, more intricate components that may be difficult to clean by hand. Used... Read more

The things you need to know about fasteners and washers with RND

A fastener is a hardware device that mechanically joins two or more objects together to create a non-permanent joint. Although a small component, fasteners are a crucial element... Read more

Plugs and Sockets: The complete guide

Invaluable to modern society, plugs and sockets are essential in providing the electricity that we need in our everyday lives. Historically, as the use of electricity became more and more commonplace manufacturers developed plugs and sockets in every... Read more

Preparing to return to the workplace post-Covid 19

As workers prepare to return to the workplace in the wake of the Coronavirus, steps must be taken to keep employees as safe as possible. The maintenance of a healthy work environment is essential to this preparation. This can partly be... Read more

A complete guide to floor markings with RND

Floor markings and tape can be used to improve safety in the workplace and to increase efficiency and compliance. By using tape, areas within a factory or warehouse can be separated into lanes for pedestrian and vehicle use to reduce the number of accidents on site... Read more

10 considerations for selecting the right battery connector

Choosing the right connector is critical to product efficiency. Choosing the wrong connector will lead to poor performance and, in industrial situations, can bring entire systems to a halt costing the business time and money... Read more

IP Ratings: A Complete Guide

When purchasing costly electronics, understanding their expected longevity and reliability is essential. IP (Ingress Protection) ratings are key for informed consumers and professionals who need to understand how durable and reliable... Read more

How to set up your own home lab with RND

Want to create, design and prototype your projects from the comfort of your own home? With this handy video, you can set up your own home lab. Setting aside a space to focus on your projects will spark inspiration, and propel innovation... Read more

10 considerations for selecting the right borescope

Combining the use of probes, lighting, cameras and sensors to conduct minimally invasive examinations, inspection cameras are ideal for different kinds of testing in otherwise inaccessible locations... Read more

Step-by-step guide to choosing the right ESD equipment

Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) is a sudden flow of electric current between two differently charged objects. It occurs when the exchange of electrons creates a large electrostatic field build up and it is hugely problematic in a high-tech manufacturing environment... Read more

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