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FR 550-L21M2 Pizzato Position switch with adjustable round rod lever
Pizzato FR 550-L21M2 industrial position switch with an adjustable stainless steel round rod lever, 1NO+1NC snap-action contacts and IP67/IP69K protection for reliable mechanical position detection in machinery and automation systems.
£10.88
Why Choose the Pizzato FR 550-L21M2 Position Switch?
The Pizzato FR 550-L21M2 is a robust industrial position switch with an adjustable round rod lever, designed for reliable position and movement detection in machinery and automation systems. As part of the Pizzato FR position switch series, it combines a durable technopolymer housing with a versatile rotating lever mechanism for dependable operation in industrial control applications.
The adjustable stainless steel round rod lever provides flexible positioning of the actuator, making the FR 550-L21M2 particularly useful where the switching point must be adapted to the geometry or movement of the machine. Its snap-action switching mechanism provides a positive and repeatable electrical response for signalling and control circuits.
The FR 550 design incorporates 1NO+1NC snap-action contacts, an adjustable 3 × 125 mm stainless steel rod lever and a rugged technopolymer enclosure. With IP67 and IP69K protection, the switch is well suited to industrial environments where dependable protection against dust and water ingress is required.
Key Advantages
- Reliable industrial position switch for machinery and automation.
- Adjustable stainless steel round rod lever provides flexible mechanical actuation.
- 1NO+1NC snap-action contacts for reliable control and signalling.
- Durable technopolymer FR-series housing.
- IP67 and IP69K protection for demanding industrial environments.
- Rotating lever design allows accurate positioning of the operating point.
Key Features
- Pizzato FR series position switch.
- 1NO+1NC snap-action contact block.
- Adjustable stainless steel round rod lever, 3 × 125 mm.
- Regular operating head for rotating levers.
- Technopolymer switch housing.
- IP67 protection according to EN 60529.
- IP69K protection according to ISO 20653.
- Single threaded conduit entry.
Reliable Position Detection for Industrial Machinery
Position switches such as the Pizzato FR 550-L21M2 provide an electromechanical switching signal when a moving machine component operates the lever. This allows industrial control systems to detect component positions, monitor travel limits and initiate control functions at predetermined points during a machine operating cycle.
The adjustable stainless steel rod lever is particularly useful where an extended operating reach or configurable switching position is required. Combined with the rotating operating head, it allows the actuation point to be adapted to machinery such as conveyors, handling systems and automated production equipment while maintaining reliable and repeatable switching.
Typical Applications
- Industrial machinery position detection.
- Conveyor and material handling systems.
- Packaging and production machinery.
- End-of-travel and movement monitoring.
- Automated manufacturing equipment.
- Mechanical handling and processing machinery.
- OEM automation systems and machine building.
Technical Specifications
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| Device Type | Limit switch | |
|---|---|---|
| Housing Material | Technopolymer | |
| Switching Action | Snap action | |
| Contacts | 1NO + 1NC | |
| IP Rating | IP67, IP69K | |
| Actuator Type | Rod lever | |
| HS Code | 85369095 | |
| Manufacturer | Pizzato Elettrica | |
| Series | FR | |
| Model | FR 550-L21M2 | |
| Alternative SKU | FR550L21M2 | |
| Product type | Position switch / limit switch | |
| Actuator | Adjustable round stainless steel rod lever | |
| Rod dimensions | 3 × 125 mm | |
| Contact configuration | 1NO+1NC | |
| Switching action | Snap action | |
| Head type | Regular head for rotating levers | |
| Housing material | Technopolymer | |
| Cable entries | 1 | |
| Protection rating | IP67 / IP69K | |
| Ambient temperature | -25 to +80 °C | |
| Maximum actuation frequency | 3600 operating cycles/hour | |
| Mounting position | Any | |
| Barcode | 8018851622441 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FR 550-L21M2 used for?
The FR 550-L21M2 is an industrial position switch used to detect the position or movement of mechanical components in machinery, conveyors and automated equipment.
What type of actuator does the FR 550-L21M2 use?
The switch uses an adjustable stainless steel round rod lever measuring 3 × 125 mm, allowing the operating position to be configured for different machinery applications.
What contact configuration does the Pizzato FR 550-L21M2 use?
The FR 550 design incorporates 1NO+1NC snap-action contacts, providing one normally open and one normally closed contact for industrial control and signalling circuits.
What protection rating does the FR 550-L21M2 provide?
The FR 550 design provides IP67 protection according to EN 60529 and IP69K protection according to ISO 20653, making it suitable for demanding industrial environments.
Where is the Pizzato FR 550-L21M2 typically installed?
The switch is typically mounted directly onto industrial machinery, conveyors, material handling equipment and automated production systems where reliable mechanical position detection is required.
Trusted Industrial Switching from Pizzato Elettrica
Pizzato Elettrica FR-series position switches are widely used by machine builders, control engineers and industrial automation specialists to provide dependable mechanical position detection and reliable switching in industrial machinery.
