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FR 257-W3M2 Pizzato Position switch with roller lever and reset device
Pizzato FR257-W3M2 safety limit switch with W3M2 actuator, designed for industrial machine safety, position monitoring and automation systems.
£19.32
Why Choose the Pizzato FR257-W3M2 Safety Limit Switch?
The Pizzato FR257-W3M2 is a robust and high-performance safety limit switch designed for industrial machinery and safety-critical applications. Manufactured by Pizzato Elettrica, this device ensures precise position detection and reliable machine control, making it ideal for safeguarding moving parts and access points.
Engineered for durability, the FR257 series features a rugged housing and high mechanical endurance, ensuring consistent performance even in harsh industrial environments. The W3M2 actuator configuration provides accurate mechanical actuation, allowing dependable switching in automated systems and machine safety circuits.
With its compact design and compliance with international safety standards, the FR257-W3M2 limit switch is widely used in machine guarding, conveyor systems and automated production lines where reliability and operator safety are critical.
Key Advantages
- High-reliability safety limit switch for industrial automation.
- Durable construction suitable for demanding environments.
- W3M2 actuator design for precise and repeatable switching.
- Compact form factor for easy integration into machinery.
- Designed for use in safety circuits and position monitoring.
- Long mechanical life reduces maintenance requirements.
Key Features
- Pizzato FR257 series safety switch.
- W3M2 actuator type for mechanical position detection.
- Positive opening operation for enhanced safety performance.
- High switching accuracy and repeatability.
- Rugged industrial housing for long-term durability.
- Suitable for integration into safety control systems.
- Standardised mounting for easy installation.
Reliable Safety Switching for Industrial Machinery
Safety limit switches such as the Pizzato FR257-W3M2 are critical components in industrial environments, providing position feedback and ensuring that machinery operates within safe parameters. The positive opening contacts ensure that circuits are safely interrupted even in the event of contact welding.
The FR257 series is widely trusted by machine builders and automation engineers for its durability, precision and compliance with safety requirements, making it suitable for integration into safety-rated control systems.
Typical Applications
- Machine guarding and access control systems.
- Industrial conveyors and material handling equipment.
- Packaging and production machinery.
- Automated assembly lines.
- Position monitoring of moving machine parts.
- Safety interlocking systems.
Technical Specifications
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| Device Type | Limit switch | |
|---|---|---|
| Housing Material | Technopolymer | |
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Contacts | 1NO + 1NC | |
| Series | FR257 Safety Limit Switches | |
| Product type | Safety limit switch | |
| Actuator type | W3M2 mechanical actuator | |
| Contact configuration | Typically 1 NC + 1 NO (safety contacts) | |
| Rated insulation voltage | up to 500 V | |
| Thermal current | up to 10 A | |
| Protection rating | IP67 | |
| Housing material | Reinforced thermoplastic | |
| Operating temperature | approx. minus 25 to plus 80 °C | |
| Mechanical life | Millions of operating cycles | |
| Mounting type | Panel / machine mounting | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FR257-W3M2 used for?
This device is used as a safety limit switch to detect position and ensure safe operation of industrial machinery and guarding systems.
What type of actuator does this model use?
The FR257-W3M2 features a W3M2 mechanical actuator designed for precise and reliable switching.
Is this switch suitable for safety circuits?
Yes, it includes positive opening contacts and is designed for use in safety-related control systems.
What protection rating does the switch have?
The switch offers a high IP67 protection rating, making it suitable for harsh industrial environments.
Where is this switch typically installed?
It is commonly installed on machinery, guards or moving components to monitor position and ensure safe operation.
Trusted by Industrial Automation Professionals
Pizzato safety switches are widely used by engineers and machine builders to deliver reliable position monitoring and ensure safe, compliant operation of industrial machinery.
