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FR 1656-M2R26 Pizzato Position switch with adjustable roller lever
Pizzato FR1656-M2R26 industrial position switch with adjustable safety lever, 50 mm rubber roller, 2NC contacts, slow-action switching and positive opening for heavy-duty automation and safety applications.
£15.28
Why Choose the Pizzato FR1656-M2R26 Position Switch?
The Pizzato FR1656-M2R26 is a heavy-duty industrial position switch engineered for precise and reliable detection in demanding automation and machine safety applications. As part of the robust Pizzato FR series, this model features an adjustable safety lever with a large rubber roller, providing smooth actuation and excellent tolerance for mechanical misalignment.
Manufactured with a durable technopolymer housing and reinforced zinc-plated steel components, the FR1656-M2R26 is designed for long service life in harsh industrial environments. Its sealed construction ensures reliable operation even in dusty, wet or high-pressure washdown conditions.
This variant is equipped with 2 normally closed (NC) contacts, a slow-action switching mechanism and positive opening operation, ensuring safe and dependable performance in safety-critical circuits and machine interlocking systems.
Key Advantages
- Reliable limit switch for industrial position detection.
- Large adjustable rubber roller lever for smooth mechanical actuation.
- 2 NC contacts ideal for safety and interlock circuits.
- Positive opening operation enhances machine safety compliance.
- IP67 and IP69K protection ratings for harsh environments.
- Durable construction ensures long-term industrial performance.
Key Features
- Pizzato FR series position switch.
- Adjustable safety lever with 50 mm rubber roller.
- 2 normally closed (NC) contacts.
- Slow-action switching mechanism.
- Positive opening safety function.
- Rated current up to 10 A.
- Maximum switching voltage 250 V AC.
- M20 x 1.5 cable entry.
Designed for Heavy-Duty Industrial Applications
Position switches such as the Pizzato FR1656-M2R26 are used to detect the movement or position of machine components. The large rubber roller enables smooth contact with moving parts, reducing wear and allowing reliable actuation even in heavy-duty or high-cycle applications.
The inclusion of positive opening contacts ensures safe mechanical separation of contacts, making this switch particularly suitable for safety circuits and emergency stop systems where reliable disconnection is critical.
Typical Applications
- Heavy-duty industrial machinery and equipment.
- Conveyor and material handling systems.
- Machine safety interlocking systems.
- Packaging and processing equipment.
- Automated production lines.
- General industrial automation systems.
Technical Specifications
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| Device Type | Limit switch | |
|---|---|---|
| Housing Material | Technopolymer | |
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Contacts | 2NC | |
| Actuator Type | Roller lever | |
| Connection | M20 cable entry | |
| Series | FR Series | |
| Product type | Position / limit switch | |
| Actuator type | Adjustable safety lever with rubber roller | |
| Roller diameter | approx. 50 mm | |
| Contact configuration | 2 NC (independent contacts) | |
| Switching function | Slow-action with positive opening | |
| Rated current | up to 10 A | |
| Rated voltage | up to 250 V AC | |
| Housing material | Technopolymer | |
| External parts | Zinc-plated steel | |
| Contact material | Silver | |
| Protection rating | IP67 / IP69K | |
| Cable entry | M20 x 1.5 | |
| Mounting | Panel / machine mounting | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FR1656-M2R26 used for?
This switch is used to detect the position or movement of machine components and provide control signals in industrial automation and safety systems.
What type of actuator does this model use?
It features an adjustable safety lever with a large rubber roller, ideal for smooth and heavy-duty actuation.
What contact configuration does it have?
The switch includes two normally closed contacts, commonly used in safety circuits.
What is positive opening functionality?
Positive opening ensures that contacts are mechanically forced open, improving safety in emergency stop and interlock applications.
Is it suitable for harsh environments?
Yes, it has IP67 and IP69K protection ratings, making it resistant to dust, water and high-pressure cleaning.
Trusted by Industrial Automation Engineers
Pizzato FR series position switches are widely trusted for their durability, precision and safety performance, making them a preferred choice for demanding industrial automation and machine protection applications.
