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FC 309-M2 Pizzato Position switch with rope for signalling
Pizzato FC 309-M2 is an IP67 rope-operated industrial signalling switch with a metal housing and 1NO plus 1NC snap-action contacts.
£15.68
Why Choose the Pizzato FC 309-M2 Rope Position Switch?
The Pizzato FC 309-M2 is a robust rope-operated position switch for signalling in industrial machinery and automation systems. As part of the Pizzato FC series, it combines a durable metal housing with a practical rope-operated head for remote status detection and mechanical signalling.
Its B3 snap-action contact block provides one normally open and one normally closed contact, enabling two complementary switching signals from a single device. The snap-action mechanism provides decisive contact changeover when the operating rope actuates the switch.
With an IP67 protection rating, powder-coated metal enclosure and operating temperature range of −25 to +80 °C, the FC 309-M2 is suitable for demanding industrial environments. A standard M20 × 1.5 threaded conduit entry supports secure cable installation.
Key Advantages
- Purpose-designed rope-operated position switch for industrial signalling.
- 1NO + 1NC snap-action contacts provide complementary switching outputs.
- Rugged powder-coated metal housing for demanding machinery environments.
- IP67 enclosure protection against dust and temporary water immersion.
- Mechanical endurance of up to 20 million operating cycles.
- Can be installed in any mounting position for flexible machine integration.
Key Features
- Pizzato FC series position switch.
- Rope-operated head for signalling applications.
- B3 contact block with 1NO + 1NC snap-action contacts.
- Metal housing with one threaded conduit entry.
- M20 × 1.5 cable entry.
- Maximum actuation frequency of 3,600 operating cycles per hour.
- Mechanical endurance of 20 million operating cycles.
- IP67 protection according to EN 60529.
Dependable Rope-Operated Industrial Signalling
Rope-operated position switches allow a switching signal to be initiated from a point along an appropriately configured operating rope. This makes them useful for monitoring and signalling on extended machinery where direct access to a conventional plunger or lever switch may be impractical.
The FC 309-M2 combines snap-action switching with a resilient metal enclosure and complementary NO and NC contacts. Its high mechanical endurance and protected construction support reliable operation in industrial automation, conveying and material-handling equipment.
Typical Applications
- Conveyor and material-handling systems.
- Industrial machinery status signalling.
- Production and assembly lines.
- Packaging and processing equipment.
- Remote mechanical position detection.
- Factory automation and control systems.
Technical Specifications
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| Device Type | Limit switch | |
|---|---|---|
| Contacts | 1NO + 1NC | |
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Housing Material | Metal | |
| Connection | M20 cable entry | |
| HS Code | 85369095 | |
| Manufacturer | Pizzato Elettrica | |
| Series | FC | |
| Model | FC 309-M2 | |
| Product type | Rope-operated position switch for signalling | |
| Housing | Powder-coated metal | |
| Contact block | B3 | |
| Contact configuration | 1NO + 1NC | |
| Contact action | Snap action | |
| Conduit entry | One threaded M20 × 1.5 entry | |
| Protection rating | IP67 according to EN 60529 | |
| Ambient temperature | −25 to +80 °C | |
| Maximum actuation frequency | 3,600 operating cycles/hour | |
| Mechanical endurance | 20 million operating cycles | |
| Mounting position | Any | |
| Conventional thermal current | 10 A | |
| Rated insulation voltage | 500 V AC / 600 V DC | |
| Rated impulse withstand voltage | 6 kV | |
| Conditional short-circuit current | 1,000 A | |
| Pollution degree | 3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FC 309-M2 used for?
It is a rope-operated position switch designed to provide electrical signalling in industrial machinery, conveyors and automation systems.
Which contacts are fitted to the FC 309-M2?
The switch has a B3 snap-action contact block with one normally open and one normally closed contact.
What protection rating does this position switch provide?
The FC 309-M2 has an IP67 protection rating according to EN 60529 when installed with a cable gland providing an equal or higher degree of protection.
What cable entry does the FC 309-M2 use?
The metal housing includes one standard M20 × 1.5 threaded conduit entry.
How durable is the FC 309-M2?
The switch has a specified mechanical endurance of 20 million operating cycles and supports up to 3,600 operating cycles per hour.
Trusted Industrial Switching from Pizzato Elettrica
Pizzato Elettrica position switches are widely used by machinery manufacturers and automation engineers for dependable position detection and signalling in demanding industrial installations.
