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FD 952-M2 Pizzato Position switch with roller lever
Pizzato FD952-M2 position switch with roller lever, 2 NC slow action contacts, metal housing and M20 conduit entry for industrial automation and safety applications.
£17.01
Why Choose the Pizzato FD952-M2 Position Switch?
The Pizzato FD952-M2 is a heavy-duty position limit switch with roller lever, engineered for reliable mechanical detection in industrial automation and safety systems. As part of the proven Pizzato FD series, it delivers high durability, 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 precise engagement with moving machine components. Its compact rotating head allows flexible mounting across a wide range of industrial machinery.
The FD952-M2 incorporates 2 normally closed (NC) slow action contacts with positive opening, making it ideal for safety-related circuits. It includes an M20 x 1.5 threaded conduit entry and is supplied without a cable gland or connector, allowing flexible wiring configurations for control panels and field installations.
Key Advantages
- Heavy-duty position switch for industrial automation.
- Roller lever actuator ensures precise and repeatable actuation.
- 2 NC contact configuration ideal for safety applications.
- Positive opening contacts for fail-safe circuit operation.
- Metal housing for durability in harsh industrial environments.
- M20 conduit entry for standard industrial wiring.
Key Features
- Pizzato FD series position switch.
- 2 NC slow action contacts.
- Positive opening mechanism compliant with EN 60947-5-1.
- Technopolymer roller lever with approx. 20 mm diameter.
- Metal enclosure with threaded conduit entry.
- M20 x 1.5 cable entry (no gland or connector supplied).
- Compact rotating head for flexible mounting.
Enhanced Safety and Position Detection
Position switches such as the Pizzato FD952-M2 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 and improved efficiency.
The dual NC configuration provides a fail-safe switching solution, making this model particularly suitable for machine guarding and safety interlock applications where reliable circuit interruption is critical.
Typical Applications
- Machine guarding and safety interlock systems.
- End-of-travel detection in industrial machinery.
- Conveyor and material handling systems.
- Packaging and production equipment.
- Automated manufacturing lines.
- Safety-critical industrial automation environments.
Technical Specifications
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| Device Type | Limit switch | |
|---|---|---|
| Switching Action | Slow action | |
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Contacts | 2NC | |
| Actuator Type | Roller lever | |
| Housing Material | Metal | |
| Positive Opening | Yes | |
| Connection | M20 cable entry | |
| Series | FD Series | |
| Product type | Position / limit switch | |
| Contact configuration | 2 NC | |
| Contact type | Slow action | |
| Positive opening | Yes | |
| Rated current | up to 10 A | |
| Rated voltage | up to 500 V AC / 250 V DC | |
| Protection rating | IP67 (EN 60529) | |
| Housing material | Metal | |
| Cable entry | M20 x 1.5 threaded conduit | |
| 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 FD952-M2 used for?
This switch is used for detecting machine position and is particularly suited to safety circuits due to its dual NC contact configuration.
What contact configuration does this switch have?
The FD952-M2 features 2 normally closed (NC) slow action contacts.
Why are NC contacts used for safety?
Normally closed contacts ensure a fail-safe condition by opening the circuit in the event of a fault or disconnection.
Does it include a cable gland or connector?
No, it is supplied without a cable 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, safety compliance and reliable performance in demanding industrial environments.
