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FR 551 Pizzato Position switch with roller lever
Pizzato FR551 position switch with roller lever, 1 NO + 1 NC snap-action contact, positive opening and technopolymer housing for industrial automation.
£10.12
Why Choose the Pizzato FR551 Position Switch?
The Pizzato FR551 is a compact and highly reliable industrial position switch with roller lever, designed for accurate mechanical position detection in automation and control systems. As part of the durable Pizzato FR series, it provides consistent performance in demanding industrial environments.
This model features a roller lever actuator with a central 20 mm technopolymer roller, ensuring smooth actuation and reduced mechanical wear during continuous operation. Its robust technopolymer housing offers strong resistance to impact, dust and moisture, making it suitable for long-term industrial use.
Equipped with 1 normally open (NO) and 1 normally closed (NC) snap-action contact and positive opening functionality, the FR551 delivers fast and reliable switching for control and safety circuits. The PG13.5 threaded conduit entry ensures secure installation, while its IP67 / IP69K protection rating enables dependable operation in harsh environments.
Key Advantages
- Reliable position switch for industrial automation applications.
- Roller lever actuator ensures smooth and consistent operation.
- 1 NO + 1 NC contact configuration for versatile switching.
- Positive opening contacts for safety-related applications.
- Durable technopolymer housing for extended service life.
- High IP rating suitable for harsh environments.
Key Features
- Pizzato FR series position switch.
- Roller lever with 20 mm technopolymer roller.
- 1 normally open (NO) + 1 normally closed (NC) contact.
- Snap-action switching mechanism.
- Positive opening operation for safety circuits.
- Technopolymer enclosure with industrial durability.
- PG13.5 threaded conduit entry.
- IP67 / IP69K protection rating.
Reliable Position Detection for Industrial Systems
Position switches such as the Pizzato FR551 are used to monitor machine movement and provide feedback signals to control systems. When actuated, the roller lever engages the internal mechanism, triggering electrical contact changes that enable precise machine control and safe operation.
The snap-action switching mechanism ensures rapid and consistent switching, while the positive opening contacts make the switch suitable for integration into safety-related circuits.
Typical Applications
- Machine position monitoring and end-of-travel detection.
- Conveyor and material handling systems.
- Packaging and production machinery.
- Industrial automation and control panels.
- Mechanical motion control systems.
- OEM machine building applications.
Technical Specifications
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| Device Type | Limit switch | |
|---|---|---|
| Housing Material | Technopolymer | |
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Contacts | 1NO + 1NC | |
| Actuator Type | Roller lever | |
| Positive Opening | Yes | |
| Connection | PG13.5 cable entry | |
| Series | FR Series | |
| Product type | Position / limit switch | |
| Actuator type | Roller lever with technopolymer roller | |
| Contact configuration | 1 NO + 1 NC | |
| Contact action | Snap action | |
| Positive opening | Yes | |
| Rated current | up to 10 A | |
| Rated voltage | up to 250 V AC / 500 V AC max | |
| Housing material | Technopolymer | |
| Protection rating | IP67 (EN 60529) / IP69K (ISO 20653) | |
| Connection | PG13.5 threaded conduit entry | |
| Operating temperature | -25 to +80 °C | |
| Dimensions | approx. 51.5 × 30.8 × 30.8 mm | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FR551 used for?
The FR551 is used to detect the position of moving machine components and provide control or safety signals in industrial automation systems.
What contact configuration does this switch have?
It features 1 normally open (NO) and 1 normally closed (NC) contact.
Does the FR551 support safety applications?
Yes, it includes positive opening contacts, making it suitable for safety circuits.
What actuator does the FR551 use?
This model uses a roller lever with a 20 mm technopolymer roller for smooth and reliable actuation.
What temperature range can it operate in?
The switch operates within a temperature range of approximately -25 to +80 °C.
Trusted by Industrial Engineers Worldwide
Pizzato FR series position switches are widely trusted for their durability, precision and reliable switching performance in industrial automation systems.
