FD 235 Pizzato Position switch with adjustable roller lever

Why Choose the Pizzato FD235 Position Switch?

The Pizzato FD235 is a heavy-duty position / limit switch designed for precise detection and reliable control in demanding industrial automation environments. As part of the robust Pizzato FD series, it offers consistent switching performance, high mechanical durability and long operational life.

This model features an adjustable roller lever actuator with a 20 mm technopolymer roller, enabling flexible positioning and accurate actuation across a wide range of machine movements. Its rugged metal housing ensures excellent resistance to vibration, impact and harsh industrial conditions, making it suitable for continuous-duty applications.

The FD235 is equipped with 2 normally open (NO) and 2 normally closed (NC) snap-action contacts, providing fast switching response and versatile control capability. It includes a PG13.5 conduit entry and IP67 protection rating, ensuring reliable operation in dusty and wet environments.

Key Advantages

• Heavy-duty limit switch for industrial position detection.
• Adjustable roller lever actuator for flexible installation.
• 2 NO + 2 NC snap-action contacts for fast and versatile switching.
• Metal housing ensures durability in harsh environments.
• IP67 protection rating for dust and water resistance.
• Designed for high mechanical endurance and long service life.

Key Features

• Pizzato FD series position switch.
• Adjustable technopolymer roller lever (20 mm).
• Contact configuration: 2 NO + 2 NC.
• Snap-action switching mechanism for fast response.
• Metal enclosure for industrial durability.
• PG13.5 threaded conduit entry.
• Silver contacts for reliable conductivity.
• Designed for industrial automation and control systems.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Pizzato Elettrica
• Series: FD Series
• Model: FD235
• Product type: Position / limit switch
• Actuator type: Adjustable roller lever
• Roller diameter: 20 mm
• Contact configuration: 2 NO + 2 NC
• Switching mechanism: Snap-action (quick-break)
• Housing material: Metal
• Thermal current (Ith): approx. 10 A
• Rated voltage: up to 500 V AC / 600 V DC
• Protection rating: IP67 (EN 60529)
• Connection type: PG13.5 conduit entry
• Operating temperature: -25 °C to +80 °C
• Mechanical endurance: up to 20 million operations

Reliable Position Detection for Industrial Automation

Position switches such as the Pizzato FD235 are essential for monitoring machine movement and ensuring precise control. The snap-action switching mechanism provides rapid contact changeover, improving responsiveness in automation systems and machinery.

The FD series is engineered for heavy-duty industrial environments, delivering consistent performance even under exposure to vibration, dust and moisture. Its robust construction ensures dependable long-term operation in demanding systems.

Typical Applications

• Industrial machinery and automation systems.
• Conveyor and material handling equipment.
• Packaging and processing machinery.
• Production line position monitoring.
• Mechanical limit detection and signalling.
• OEM machine building and control panels.

Trusted by Automation Engineers Worldwide

Pizzato FD series position switches are widely trusted by engineers and machine builders for their durability, precision and reliable switching performance in industrial automation systems.