Industrial Projects & Engineering
Fairline supplies industrial and engineering connectivity products for workshops, plant rooms, technical benches, control areas, comms spaces and professional installation environments.
Our range includes industrial and 16A power cables, IEC and Commando connectors, power adapters, copper and fibre network cabling, AV and monitor cables, USB cables and adapters, KVM switches and extenders, active networking, PoE products, cable management, tools, testers and maintenance accessories.
Whether you are powering equipment, connecting control systems, extending signals, building a technical workstation or maintaining network infrastructure, Fairline can help you choose the right products for reliable industrial and engineering use.
Find the Right Industrial & Engineering Product
Industrial and engineering products are often chosen by connection type, power rating, cable length, environment and equipment compatibility. Start with what you need to connect, power, control or maintain.
Quick Picks
Industrial Power
Choose 16A and 32A Commando cables, IEC C19 and C20 leads, high-current power cables, connectors and adapters for equipment and installation use.
Networking Cables
Choose copper and fibre cabling, patch leads, installation cable, patch panels, modules and fibre termination products for structured network connectivity.
Tools & Accessories
Choose cable management, testers, crimp tools, cleaning products, connectors and installation accessories for maintenance, repair and setup work.
AV & User Control
Choose KVM, IP KVM, remote access, PoE switches, media converters, network adapters and active networking products for managing and expanding systems.
Industrial & 16A Power Cables
Industrial power cables are used where equipment requires higher-rated, more specific or site-ready power connections than standard office mains leads.
Fairline supplies 16A and 32A Commando extension cables, Commando to IEC C19 cables, UK mains to IEC C19 cables, C20 to C19 cables, C14 to C19 cables and related industrial power products for engineering, infrastructure and equipment installations.
Best for:
- Workshop and engineering equipment
- Rack and cabinet power feeds
- Higher-current IT and AV equipment
- Plant room and technical environments
- Temporary or project-based installations
- C19 and C20 equipment connections
Helpful Buying Tip
Always check the plug type, socket type, current rating, cable length and equipment specification before ordering. Industrial power connections should be installed and used by competent personnel where required.
Power Connectors & Rewireable Plugs
Power connectors and rewireable plugs are used for repair, replacement and custom power cable assembly in technical and engineering environments.
Fairline supplies IEC C13, C14, C15, C19 and C20 connectors, UK plugs, Commando plugs, Commando sockets and related power connector products for professional power applications.
Best for:
- Replacing damaged connectors
- Building custom power leads
- Workshop and maintenance teams
- IEC equipment connections
- Commando plug and socket applications
- Professional installation work
Helpful Buying Tip
Match the connector to the cable, rating and equipment requirement. Rewireable power connectors should only be fitted by someone competent to carry out the work safely.
Mains Power, Adapters & Distribution Products
Mains power products help connect and distribute power across engineering spaces, technical workstations, cabinets and temporary setups.
Fairline supplies UK mains leads, IEC power cables, extension leads, worldwide mains adapters, gang sockets, rackmount PDUs, surge protected power and multi-mountable power distribution products.
Best for:
- Technical workstations
- Test benches and support desks
- Rack and cabinet power
- Replacement mains leads
- Temporary equipment setups
- Surge protected power access
Helpful Buying Tip
For technical environments, check whether the product is being used for general mains power, rack power, high-current equipment or device charging. The connector and rating must match the equipment.
Copper Network Cabling for Industrial & Technical Sites
Copper network cabling supports reliable data connections between switches, cabinets, control equipment, office networks, test systems, access points and technical workstations.
Fairline supplies Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6A, Cat7 and Cat8 copper networking products, including patch leads, installation cable, patch panels, keystone modules, RJ45 connectors and network accessories.
Best for:
- Engineering office networks
- Workshop data points
- Control area connectivity
- Cabinet patching
- PoE device connections
- Network maintenance and upgrades
Helpful Buying Tip
For most modern installations, Cat6 or Cat6A is a practical starting point. Shielded cabling may be useful where interference is a concern, but the full link should use compatible shielded components.
Fibre Optic Products for Longer Distance Links
Fibre optic products are used where longer distance, high-speed or electrically isolated network links are required.
Fairline supplies singlemode and multimode fibre patch cables, fibre installation cable, patch panels, wall boxes, adapters, pigtails, splice protectors, cleaning tools and fibre accessories.
Best for:
- Longer distance network links
- Building-to-building connections
- High-speed backbone cabling
- Comms room and plant room links
- Fibre termination points
- Network infrastructure upgrades
Helpful Buying Tip
Choose fibre products by matching the fibre type, connector type and equipment requirement. Singlemode is commonly used for longer distance links, while multimode is often used for shorter internal connections.
KVM, IP KVM & Remote Access for Server Management
KVM products allow IT teams to access and control multiple computers, servers and systems from a single keyboard, monitor and mouse setup.
Fairline supplies KVM switches, rackmount KVM, IP KVM, KVM extenders, matrix KVM, secure KVM and accessories from leading brands including Adder Technology and ATEN.
Best for:
- Server room access
- Managing multiple systems
- Remote server control
- Reducing hardware in cabinets
- Out-of-band access
- Secure or controlled environments
Helpful Buying Tip
When choosing KVM for a data centre or server room, check the number of systems, local and remote access requirements, video type, resolution, USB support, security needs and cable or module compatibility.
Tools, Testers & Installation Accessories
Tools and testers help installers and IT teams build, check and maintain copper and fibre network infrastructure.
Fairline supplies network testers, crimp tools, wire strippers, fibre cleaning tools, splice protectors, cage nut tools and installation accessories for data centre, server room and comms-room work.
Best for:
- Testing copper cable runs
- Terminating RJ45 connectors
- Preparing network cable
- Cleaning fibre connectors
- Supporting fibre splicing and termination
- Installing rack hardware
Helpful Buying Tip
Use the right tool for the cable and connector type. Fibre connections should be cleaned and handled carefully, while copper terminations should be tested before handover.
Cabinets for Industrial IT and Engineering Spaces
Cabinets help protect and organise network equipment, patch panels, switches, power distribution, KVM products and technical infrastructure.
Fairline supplies wall cabinets, floor cabinets, server cabinets and cabinet accessories for comms rooms, workshops, technical areas and professional installations.
Best for:
- Housing switches and patch panels
- Protecting network equipment
- Organising comms infrastructure
- Rack-mounted power distribution
- Engineering support areas
- Small server or equipment installations
Helpful Buying Tip
Choose cabinets by U height, depth, ventilation, mounting position, cable entry and the equipment being installed. Allow space for patching, airflow and future maintenance.
Not Sure Which Industrial or Engineering Product You Need?
Industrial and engineering connectivity products can vary by cable type, connector format, current rating, shielding, distance, mounting position and equipment compatibility. If you are unsure which product is right for your installation, Fairline can help you choose suitable power, networking, AV, USB, KVM and accessory products.
For best results, confirm:
- The equipment being connected or powered
- The plug, socket or connector type required
- The current rating or wattage requirement
- Whether the product is for fixed installation or temporary use
- The cable length and routing environment
- Whether copper, fibre, USB, AV or KVM connectivity is required
- Any shielding, PoE, rack, cabinet or control requirements
Not Sure On Anything Covered?
Our Technical Guides Can Help
Industrial & Engineering Product FAQs
What products are included in industrial and engineering connectivity?
Industrial and engineering connectivity can include power cables, Commando leads, IEC connectors, copper and fibre network cabling, AV cables, USB adapters, KVM products, active networking, tools, testers and cable management.
What are 16A Commando cables used for?
16A Commando cables are used where equipment requires an industrial-style power connection rather than a standard office mains lead. They are common in workshops, technical areas, temporary setups and professional equipment environments.
What is the difference between C13, C19 and C20 power connectors?
C13 connectors are commonly used for general IT and office equipment. C19 and C20 connectors are larger and are often used for higher-powered equipment, PDUs, servers and infrastructure hardware.
Do industrial environments need shielded network cable?
Shielded network cable may be useful where there is a higher risk of electrical interference. If shielded cable is used, the patch panels, connectors and modules should also be compatible with a shielded installation.
Can fibre optic cable be used in industrial environments?
Yes. Fibre optic cable is useful for longer distance links, high-speed network connections and environments where electrical isolation may be beneficial. The right cable type and protection should be chosen for the installation.
What are KVM extenders used for in engineering environments?
KVM extenders allow keyboards, monitors and mice to be located away from the computer or system being controlled. They are useful where equipment needs to be kept in a cabinet, plant room or restricted area.
What tools are useful for network installation and maintenance?
Common tools include network testers, crimp tools, wire strippers, fibre cleaning tools and cable preparation accessories. The right tool depends on whether you are working with copper, fibre, power or cabinet hardware.
Can Fairline help choose industrial connectivity products?
Yes. Fairline can help identify suitable power cables, connectors, network cabling, fibre products, AV cables, USB adapters, KVM products, tools and accessories for engineering and technical environments.
Can’t find what you’re looking for? Give us a call! Our specialist sales team will be happy to help
UK Phone: 01622 716688
Email: [email protected]