Standard delivery
£8 ex VAT · free over £200UK parcel delivery is £8 ex VAT, or free on orders over £200 ex VAT.
Heavier items may be charged at a weight-based or pallet rate, shown at checkout.
FD 1501-M2 Pizzato Position switch with plunger
Pizzato FD1501-M2 industrial position switch with plunger actuator, 2NO slow-action contacts and IP67 protection for machinery and automation applications.
£11.46
Why Choose the Pizzato FD1501-M2 Position Limit Switch?
The Pizzato FD1501-M2 is a heavy-duty position limit switch with plunger actuator, designed for accurate movement detection and reliable switching in industrial automation systems. As part of the durable Pizzato FD series, it provides consistent performance and long service life in demanding industrial environments.
This variant features a metal housing with M20 x 1.5 threaded cable entry and a short plunger actuator, ensuring precise and repeatable actuation even in compact installations. Its slow-action contact system offers stable switching performance, making it ideal for control circuits where signal consistency is essential.
Engineered for reliability and durability, the FD1501-M2 is widely used across conveyors, packaging systems and industrial machinery where dependable position feedback and operational stability are critical.
Key Advantages
- Heavy-duty position limit switch for industrial automation.
- Short plunger actuator for precise direct actuation.
- Stable slow-action switching for controlled signals.
- Durable metal housing for harsh environments.
- M20 threaded entry for secure installation.
- Long mechanical life reduces maintenance and downtime.
Key Features
- Pizzato FD series position switch.
- 2 NO slow-action contacts (shifted configuration).
- Short plunger actuator head.
- Metal housing with M20 x 1.5 conduit entry.
- IP67 protection rating for dust and water resistance.
- Silver alloy contacts for reliable conductivity.
- High mechanical durability for industrial use.
- Designed for position detection and control applications.
Reliable Position Detection for Industrial Machinery
The FD1501-M2 is designed to detect mechanical movement or end-of-travel positions and trigger control responses within industrial systems. Its plunger actuator enables direct actuation, making it ideal for compact installations requiring high precision.
The slow-action contact mechanism ensures stable electrical switching, helping maintain consistent control signals across industrial automation systems and reducing signal instability in critical processes.
Typical Applications
- Position detection in industrial automation systems.
- End-of-travel detection in machinery.
- Conveyor and material handling systems.
- Packaging and processing equipment.
- Mechanical movement monitoring.
- OEM machine building and control systems.
Technical Specifications
Tick the specs you need, then view products that match.
| Device Type | Limit switch | |
|---|---|---|
| Switching Action | Slow action | |
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Contacts | 2NO | |
| Actuator Type | Plunger | |
| Housing Material | Metal | |
| Connection | M20 cable entry | |
| Series | FD Series | |
| Product type | Position limit switch | |
| Contact configuration | 2 NO | |
| Contact type | Slow action | |
| Actuator type | Plunger (short) | |
| Rated insulation voltage | up to 500 V AC | |
| Thermal current | up to 10 A | |
| Protection rating | IP67 (EN 60529) | |
| Housing material | Metal | |
| Operating temperature | approx. minus 25 to plus 80 °C | |
| Cable entry | M20 x 1.5 | |
| Mechanical durability | up to 20 million operations | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FD1501-M2 used for?
This switch is used for detecting position or movement in industrial machinery and triggering control responses.
What contact configuration does it provide?
The FD1501-M2 features 2 normally open (NO) slow-action contacts.
What type of actuator does it use?
It uses a short plunger actuator for direct mechanical actuation.
Is it suitable for harsh environments?
Yes, it has a metal housing and IP67 protection rating, making it suitable for industrial environments.
Does it include a cable gland?
No, this version typically features an M20 threaded entry without pre-fitted cable gland.
Trusted by Industrial Automation Engineers
Pizzato FD series limit switches are widely trusted for their rugged construction, precise switching and long-term reliability in industrial automation systems.
