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FM 15A5-M2 Pizzato Position switch with one-way roller, external gasket
Pizzato FM15A5-M2 safety limit switch with one-way roller actuator, metal housing and slow action contacts for industrial machine safety and position detection.
£11.94
Why Choose the Pizzato FM15A5-M2 Safety Limit Switch?
The Pizzato FM15A5-M2 is a heavy-duty safety limit switch with one-way roller actuator, designed for accurate position detection and reliable machine safety in demanding industrial environments. As part of the durable Pizzato FM series, it offers dependable switching performance for safety-critical applications requiring precision and long service life.
This model incorporates a one-way roller actuator, allowing directional actuation from moving machine components such as cams or conveyors. Its robust metal housing with external gasket ensures excellent resistance to mechanical stress, dust and moisture, making it suitable for harsh industrial conditions.
Equipped with positive opening safety contacts and slow action switching, the FM15A5-M2 ensures safe disconnection in critical situations. It is designed for seamless integration into safety circuits, helping protect both machinery and personnel in automated systems.
Key Advantages
- Heavy-duty safety limit switch with one-way roller actuator.
- Positive opening contacts for reliable safety performance.
- Directional actuation reduces wear and improves consistency.
- Rugged metal housing with external gasket for harsh environments.
- Reliable operation in continuous industrial applications.
- Easy integration into safety and control circuits.
Key Features
- Pizzato FM series industrial position switch.
- One-way roller actuator for controlled triggering.
- 2 normally open (NO) contacts with slow action.
- Shifted contact operation for improved reliability.
- Metal housing with external gasket.
- M20 × 1.5 conduit entry for standard industrial wiring.
- High mechanical endurance for repeated switching cycles.
Optimised for Directional Machine Control
The FM15A5-M2 is engineered for applications requiring directional triggering. The one-way roller actuator ensures actuation only in a defined direction, reducing mechanical wear and improving long-term reliability in automated systems.
Pizzato FM series switches are widely used across industrial automation due to their durability, precision and compliance with safety standards, making them a trusted choice for OEMs and machine builders.
Typical Applications
- Machine guarding and safety interlocking systems.
- Conveyor systems with directional motion.
- Position detection in automated machinery.
- Packaging and production equipment.
- Material handling systems.
- OEM machine building and industrial automation.
Technical Specifications
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| Device Type | Limit switch | |
|---|---|---|
| Switching Action | Slow action | |
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Contacts | 2NO | |
| Actuator Type | Roller lever | |
| Housing Material | Metal | |
| Connection | M20 cable entry | |
| Series | FM Series | |
| Product type | Safety limit / position switch | |
| Contact configuration | 2 NO (slow action, shifted) | |
| Safety function | Positive opening operation | |
| Actuator type | One-way roller lever | |
| Rated insulation voltage | up to 500 V AC | |
| Thermal current | up to 10 A | |
| Protection rating | IP67 | |
| Housing material | Metal housing with external gasket | |
| Cable entry | M20 × 1.5 (no cable gland supplied) | |
| Operating temperature | approx. -25 to +80 °C | |
| Mounting type | Surface mounting | |
| Standards compliance | IEC / EN 60947-5-1 | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FM15A5-M2 used for?
This switch is used for position detection and machine safety, particularly in applications requiring directional actuation.
What is a one-way roller actuator?
A one-way roller allows actuation from a single direction, reducing wear and ensuring consistent triggering in controlled motion systems.
What contact configuration does it have?
The FM15A5-M2 features 2 normally open contacts with slow action and shifted operation.
Is this switch suitable for harsh environments?
Yes, its metal housing and IP67 protection rating make it suitable for demanding industrial environments.
Does it include a cable gland?
No, it includes an M20 × 1.5 entry but does not come with a cable gland or connector.
Trusted by Industrial Engineers
Pizzato FM series safety switches are trusted worldwide for their robust construction, precision actuation and reliable performance in safety-critical industrial applications.
