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FM 517 Pizzato Position switch with roller and threaded piston plunger
Pizzato FM517 position switch with roller threaded piston plunger, 1NO+1NC snap-action contacts and metal housing for industrial automation applications.
£13.40
Why Choose the Pizzato FM517 Position Switch?
The Pizzato FM517 is a robust industrial position switch designed for accurate mechanical position detection in automation systems, machinery and industrial equipment. Part of the Pizzato FM series, it features a durable metal housing, roller actuator and threaded piston plunger for reliable switching performance in demanding industrial environments.
This position switch incorporates a 1NO+1NC snap-action contact block with positive opening operation, making it suitable for industrial position monitoring and safety-related machine applications. Its compact construction, IP67 and IP69K protection ratings and rugged design provide dependable operation in harsh environments.
The FM517 uses a stainless steel piston plunger with roller actuator and a threaded PG 13.5 cable entry, allowing straightforward installation where precise mechanical actuation and reliable switching are required.
Key Advantages
- Reliable industrial position monitoring switch for automation applications.
- Durable metal housing designed for demanding environments.
- IP67 and IP69K protection for resistance against dust and water ingress.
- Roller piston plunger actuator for accurate mechanical detection.
- Positive opening operation for safety-related applications.
- Compact design suitable for machine installation.
Key Features
- Pizzato FM517 position switch.
- FM series industrial limit switch.
- Metal housing with threaded PG 13.5 conduit entry.
- Stainless steel piston plunger with roller actuator.
- 1NO+1NC snap-action contact block (B5).
- Positive opening contacts.
- IP67 protection according to EN 60529.
- IP69K protection according to ISO 20653.
Reliable Position Detection for Industrial Automation
The Pizzato FM517 provides dependable mechanical position sensing for industrial machines by detecting the movement and end position of machine components. The roller piston plunger design allows reliable actuation in applications requiring repeatable mechanical switching.
Pizzato FM series position switches are designed for machine builders and automation engineers requiring robust components with long service life and reliable switching characteristics. The FM517 offers a practical solution for industrial position control and monitoring applications.
Typical Applications
- Industrial machinery and production equipment.
- Machine tools and automation systems.
- Mechanical end-position detection.
- Conveyors and material handling equipment.
- Packaging and processing machinery.
- OEM machine-building applications.
Technical Specifications
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| Device Type | Limit switch | |
|---|---|---|
| Switching Action | Snap action | |
| Contacts | 1NO + 1NC | |
| IP Rating | IP67, IP69K | |
| Actuator Type | Roller lever | |
| Housing Material | Metal | |
| Positive Opening | Yes | |
| Connection | PG13.5 cable entry | |
| HS Code | 85369095 | |
| Manufacturer | Pizzato Elettrica | |
| Series | FM Series | |
| Model | FM517 | |
| Product type | Position switch | |
| Housing material | Metal | |
| Actuator type | Roller threaded piston plunger | |
| Head material | Stainless steel piston with roller | |
| Contact configuration | 1NO+1NC | |
| Switching action | Snap action | |
| Positive opening | Yes | |
| Cable entry | PG 13.5 threaded conduit entry | |
| Protection rating | IP67 / IP69K | |
| Operating temperature | -25 to +80 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FM517 used for?
The Pizzato FM517 is used for detecting mechanical positions in industrial machinery and automation systems.
What type of actuator does the FM517 have?
The FM517 uses a roller actuator with a threaded stainless steel piston plunger for mechanical position detection.
What contact configuration does this switch provide?
The FM517 features a 1NO+1NC snap-action contact block.
What protection rating does the FM517 provide?
The FM517 provides IP67 protection according to EN 60529 and IP69K protection according to ISO 20653.
Where is the Pizzato FM517 typically installed?
The switch is typically installed on industrial machinery and automation equipment requiring reliable mechanical position monitoring.
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Pizzato FM series position switches are widely used by automation engineers and machine builders to provide reliable mechanical detection and durable industrial switching performance.
