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FD 552-T6 Pizzato Position switch with roller lever
Pizzato FD552-T6 position switch with roller lever, 1 NO + 1 NC snap action contacts, metal housing and threaded conduit entry for industrial automation applications.
£17.41
Why Choose the Pizzato FD552-T6 Position Switch?
The Pizzato FD552-T6 is a heavy-duty position limit switch with roller lever, designed for precise and reliable mechanical detection in industrial automation systems. As part of the durable Pizzato FD series, it offers robust construction, consistent switching performance and long service life in demanding environments.
This model features a rugged metal housing combined with a technopolymer roller lever actuator, ensuring smooth and accurate engagement with moving machine components. Its compact head design allows flexible installation across a wide range of machinery and automation applications.
The FD552-T6 is equipped with 1 normally open (NO) and 1 normally closed (NC) snap action contact with positive opening, making it suitable for both control and safety-related circuits. It includes a standard threaded conduit entry without pre-installed gland or connector, offering flexibility for custom wiring solutions in control panels and field installations.
Key Advantages
- Heavy-duty position switch for industrial automation.
- Roller lever actuator ensures precise and repeatable actuation.
- 1 NO + 1 NC contact configuration for versatile control systems.
- Positive opening contacts for safety-critical circuits.
- Metal housing for durability in harsh environments.
- Flexible wiring with standard threaded conduit entry.
Key Features
- Pizzato FD series position switch.
- 1 NO + 1 NC snap action contacts.
- Positive opening mechanism compliant with EN 60947-5-1.
- Technopolymer roller lever with approx. 20 mm diameter.
- Metal housing with threaded conduit entry.
- No pre-fitted gland or connector for flexible installation.
- Compact rotating head for versatile mounting.
Reliable Position Detection for Industrial Systems
Position switches such as the Pizzato FD552-T6 are essential components in industrial automation systems. They detect the position or movement of mechanical parts and provide electrical feedback to control systems, ensuring safe operation, improved efficiency and reduced downtime.
The FD series is widely used by machine builders and engineers thanks to its rugged design, reliable switching performance and compliance with international industrial standards.
Typical Applications
- End-of-travel detection in industrial machinery.
- Machine guarding and safety interlock systems.
- Conveyor and material handling systems.
- Packaging and production equipment.
- Automated manufacturing lines.
- General industrial automation environments.
Technical Specifications
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| Device Type | Limit switch | |
|---|---|---|
| Switching Action | Snap action | |
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Contacts | 1NO + 1NC | |
| Actuator Type | Roller lever | |
| Housing Material | Metal | |
| Positive Opening | Yes | |
| Connection | M20 cable entry | |
| Series | FD Series | |
| Product type | Position / limit switch | |
| Contact configuration | 1 NO + 1 NC | |
| Contact type | Snap action | |
| Positive opening | Yes | |
| Rated current | up to 10 A | |
| Rated voltage | up to 500 V AC / 250 V DC | |
| Protection rating | IP67 (with suitable gland) | |
| Housing material | Metal | |
| Cable entry | Threaded conduit entry (PG13.5 or M20 depending on variant) | |
| Operating temperature | -25 to +80 °C | |
| Mechanical durability | up to 20 million operations | |
| Actuator type | Roller lever | |
| Mounting type | Panel / machine mounting | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FD552-T6 used for?
This switch is used for detecting the position of moving parts in industrial machinery and automation systems.
What contact configuration does this switch have?
The FD552-T6 features 1 normally open (NO) and 1 normally closed (NC) contact with snap action operation.
Does this switch support safety applications?
Yes, it includes positive opening contacts, making it suitable for safety-related circuits.
Does it include a cable gland or connector?
No, this version is supplied with a standard threaded entry without a pre-installed gland or connector, allowing flexible wiring options.
What is the operating temperature range?
The switch operates between approximately -25 and +80 °C.
Trusted by Industrial Automation Professionals
Pizzato FD series position switches are trusted worldwide for their robust construction, precise switching performance and long-term reliability in demanding industrial environments.
