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FD 918-M2 Pizzato Position switch with rolling ball piston plunger
Pizzato FD918-M2 rope-operated safety switch with positive opening safety contacts, metal housing and M20 conduit entry for conveyor and industrial emergency stop systems.
£16.60
Why Choose the Pizzato FD918-M2 Rope Safety Switch?
The Pizzato FD918-M2 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 machinery safety compliance.
This model features a robust metal housing and a dependable rope pull actuation mechanism, allowing emergency stop activation from any point along the rope span. The M2 variant includes an M20 × 1.5 threaded conduit entry, providing flexible industrial cable installation and easy integration into safety control systems.
With positive opening safety contacts and rugged industrial construction, the FD918-M2 delivers dependable performance in demanding environments including conveyor systems, packaging machinery, material handling installations and industrial automation applications.
Key Advantages
- Reliable rope pull emergency stop protection.
- Positive opening safety contacts for dependable shutdown operation.
- Heavy-duty metal housing for industrial environments.
- M20 × 1.5 threaded entry for flexible cable installation.
- Allows emergency stop activation along the full rope length.
- 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.
- M20 × 1.5 threaded conduit entry.
- Designed for conveyor and material handling applications.
- High resistance to vibration and mechanical stress.
Reliable Emergency Stop Protection for Industrial Machinery
Rope-operated safety switches such as the Pizzato FD918-M2 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 commonly used in industrial automation systems where operators require rapid access to emergency stop functionality across long machinery installations. The durable metal 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 | |
| Connection | M20 cable entry | |
| 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 | |
| Electrical connection | M20 × 1.5 threaded conduit entry | |
| 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 FD918-M2 used for?
The FD918-M2 is a rope-operated safety switch used for emergency stop protection on conveyors and industrial machinery.
What does the M2 version include?
The M2 variant includes an M20 × 1.5 threaded conduit entry for flexible industrial cable installation.
Is the FD918-M2 suitable for industrial environments?
Yes, the metal housing and IP67 protection rating make it suitable for demanding industrial applications.
How does a rope safety switch work?
When the safety rope is pulled, the switch interrupts the machine control circuit to stop hazardous motion.
Does this switch support machine safety circuits?
Yes, it includes positive opening safety contacts suitable for emergency stop safety circuits.
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.
