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FK 3A5 Pizzato Position switch with one-way roller, external gasket
Pizzato FK3A5 industrial position switch with one-way roller actuator, 1NO plus 1NC snap action contacts and technopolymer housing for industrial automation and machine control systems.
£9.44
Why Choose the Pizzato FK3A5 Position Switch?
The Pizzato FK3A5 is a compact and highly reliable industrial position switch with one-way roller actuator engineered for machine automation, position detection and industrial control applications. Manufactured by Pizzato Elettrica, this industrial limit switch is designed to deliver dependable mechanical switching performance in demanding industrial environments.
Part of the robust Pizzato FK series, the FK3A5 combines a durable technopolymer housing with zinc-plated steel external components to provide long service life and reliable operation under continuous industrial use. The one-way roller actuator enables precise and repeatable switching for conveyors, moving machine parts and industrial automation systems.
Featuring a 1NO + 1NC snap action contact configuration, compact industrial housing and wide operating temperature range, the FK3A5 is ideal for OEM machine builders, industrial automation engineers and maintenance professionals requiring dependable position sensing and mechanical switching functionality.
Key Advantages
- Industrial position switch with one-way roller actuator.
- Suitable for machine position detection and automation systems.
- 1NO + 1NC snap action contacts for reliable switching.
- One-way roller actuator for precise mechanical operation.
- Technopolymer housing designed for industrial durability.
- Suitable for demanding industrial automation environments.
Key Features
- Pizzato FK series position switch.
- One-way roller actuator design.
- 1NO + 1NC snap action contact block.
- Silver alloy contacts.
- Glass fibre reinforced technopolymer housing.
- PG13.5 conduit entry.
- Zinc-plated steel external components.
- Designed for industrial automation applications.
Reliable Industrial Position Detection
Position switches such as the Pizzato FK3A5 are widely used throughout industrial automation systems to monitor machine movement, detect position changes and provide dependable mechanical switching functionality. The one-way roller actuator allows precise and repeatable actuation during machine operation.
The FK series is commonly installed in conveyors, packaging machinery, production systems and industrial automation equipment where reliable mechanical sensing and robust industrial durability are essential for efficient machine operation.
Typical Applications
- Industrial machine position monitoring.
- Conveyor and material handling systems.
- Packaging and production machinery.
- Automated manufacturing systems.
- Mechanical limit detection applications.
- OEM industrial automation projects.
Technical Specifications
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| Device Type | Limit switch | |
|---|---|---|
| Housing Material | Technopolymer | |
| Switching Action | Snap action | |
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Contacts | 1NO + 1NC | |
| Actuator Type | Roller lever | |
| Connection | PG13.5 cable entry | |
| Series | FK Series | |
| Product type | Industrial position switch | |
| Actuator type | One-way roller actuator | |
| Contact configuration | 1NO + 1NC snap action | |
| Contact material | Silver alloy contacts | |
| Housing material | Glass fibre reinforced technopolymer | |
| External parts | Zinc-plated steel | |
| Conduit entry | PG13.5 threaded entry | |
| Protection rating | IP67 | |
| Connection type | Screw terminal connection | |
| Operating temperature | Approx. -25 °C to +80 °C | |
| Application | Industrial position sensing and machine control | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FK3A5 used for?
The FK3A5 is used for industrial position detection, machine monitoring and automation control applications.
What actuator type does the FK3A5 use?
The switch uses a one-way roller actuator designed for precise mechanical switching operation.
What contact configuration does the FK3A5 provide?
The switch includes a 1NO + 1NC snap action contact configuration for dependable industrial switching performance.
Is the FK3A5 suitable for industrial environments?
Yes, the switch features a durable technopolymer housing with industrial-grade construction suitable for demanding automation environments.
What industries commonly use the FK3A5?
The FK3A5 is widely used in manufacturing, automation, packaging, conveyors and industrial machinery applications.
Trusted by Industrial Automation Engineers
Pizzato FK series position switches are trusted worldwide by industrial engineers and machine builders for reliable position monitoring, rugged durability and dependable switching performance.
