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FD 215 Pizzato Position switch with roller piston plunger
Pizzato FD215 industrial position switch designed for reliable mechanical position monitoring in machinery and automation systems.
£19.69
Why Choose the Pizzato FD215 Rope Safety Switch?
The Pizzato FD215 is a compact and reliable rope-operated safety switch designed for emergency stop and safety monitoring applications on industrial machinery, conveyor systems and automated production equipment. As part of the dependable Pizzato FD safety switch range, it enables rapid machine shutdown when the safety rope is actuated, improving operator protection and machine safety compliance.
This switch features a durable metal housing combined with a dependable rope pull actuation mechanism, allowing emergency stop activation from any point along the rope span. Its compact industrial design makes it suitable for installation on conveyors, transfer lines and machinery requiring continuous emergency stop accessibility.
With positive opening safety contacts and a robust industrial construction, the FD215 provides dependable performance in demanding industrial environments. It is designed to integrate easily into safety circuits and emergency stop systems used across manufacturing, logistics and material handling applications.
Key Advantages
- Reliable rope pull emergency stop protection.
- Positive opening safety contacts for dependable shutdown operation.
- Compact metal housing for industrial durability.
- Allows emergency stop activation along the full rope length.
- Suitable for conveyors and automated machinery.
- High mechanical durability for long operational life.
Key Features
- Pizzato FD rope safety switch series.
- Positive opening safety contacts.
- Rope-operated actuation mechanism.
- Metal enclosure suitable for industrial environments.
- IP67 protection rating for dust and water resistance.
- Designed for integration into machine safety circuits.
- Compact design for flexible installation.
- High resistance to vibration and mechanical stress.
Reliable Emergency Stop Protection for Industrial Machinery
Rope-operated safety switches such as the Pizzato FD215 provide continuous emergency stop protection along extended machinery and conveyor systems. When the rope is pulled, the switch activates immediately and interrupts the machine control circuit to stop hazardous motion.
This type of safety device is widely used in industrial automation systems where operators require rapid emergency stop access across long machine installations. The durable housing and positive opening contacts help ensure dependable long-term safety performance.
Typical Applications
- Conveyor belt emergency stop systems.
- Material handling and logistics equipment.
- Packaging and production lines.
- Industrial automation machinery.
- Transfer and transport systems.
- OEM machinery safety integration.
Technical Specifications
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| Device Type | Limit switch | |
|---|---|---|
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Actuator Type | Rope / pull-wire | |
| Housing Material | Metal | |
| Series | FD Series | |
| Product type | Rope-operated safety switch | |
| Contact type | Positive opening safety contacts | |
| Rated voltage | up to 250 V AC | |
| Protection rating | IP67 | |
| Housing material | Metal | |
| Actuator type | Rope pull actuation | |
| Operating temperature | approx. -25°C to +80°C | |
| Mechanical durability | approx. 1,000,000 cycles | |
| Application | Conveyor and industrial emergency stop systems | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FD215 used for?
The FD215 is a rope-operated safety switch used for emergency stop protection on conveyors and industrial machinery.
How does a rope safety switch work?
When the safety rope is pulled, the switch interrupts the machine control circuit to stop hazardous motion.
Is the FD215 suitable for industrial environments?
Yes, the metal housing and IP67 protection rating make it suitable for demanding industrial applications.
What industries commonly use rope safety switches?
They are widely used in logistics, packaging, material handling, manufacturing and industrial automation systems.
Does the FD215 support machine safety circuits?
Yes, it includes positive opening safety contacts suitable for emergency stop and safety circuit integration.
Trusted by Industrial Safety Engineers
Pizzato rope safety switches are widely trusted by engineers and machine builders for delivering reliable emergency stop protection across conveyors and industrial machinery systems.
