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FX 1821 Pizzato Position switch, coil spring with cat’s whisker
Pizzato FX1821 position switch with coil spring wire tip actuator, 1NO+1NC slow-action contacts and IP67 protection for industrial automation applications.
£9.67
Why Choose the Pizzato FX1821 Position Switch?
The Pizzato FX1821 is a robust and highly reliable industrial position switch designed for accurate motion detection in automation systems. As part of the proven Pizzato FX series, it delivers consistent performance and long service life in demanding industrial environments.
This model features a coil spring actuator with flexible wire tip (cat’s whisker), allowing sensitive and adaptable actuation even where alignment is not perfectly fixed. Its durable technopolymer housing ensures strong resistance to mechanical stress, dust and moisture, making it suitable for continuous industrial operation.
With a 1NO + 1NC slow-action contact configuration and IP67 protection rating, the FX1821 provides stable and reliable switching performance for control circuits, safety systems and machine feedback applications.
Key Advantages
- Reliable position detection for industrial automation.
- Flexible wire-tip actuator for sensitive and adaptable triggering.
- 1NO + 1NC contacts for versatile switching applications.
- Slow-action mechanism ensures stable signal transitions.
- IP67 protection rating for harsh industrial environments.
- Durable technopolymer housing for long service life.
Key Features
- Pizzato FX series position switch.
- 1NO + 1NC contact configuration (slow action, B18).
- Coil spring actuator with wire tip (cat’s whisker).
- Technopolymer housing with high mechanical resistance.
- 2 × PG13.5 conduit entries.
- IP67 protection rating (EN 60529).
- Silver contacts for reliable electrical performance.
- External gasket for enhanced environmental sealing.
Stable and Accurate Switching for Industrial Control
The FX1821 is designed to provide accurate feedback on machine position and movement, enabling efficient and safe control of industrial processes. The slow-action contacts ensure stable switching behaviour, reducing the risk of signal fluctuation in sensitive control circuits.
Its flexible actuator design allows reliable operation even with slight misalignment, making it ideal for applications requiring adaptable and consistent triggering.
Typical Applications
- Industrial machinery and automated production lines.
- Conveyor and material handling systems.
- Packaging and assembly equipment.
- End-of-travel and position monitoring.
- Control circuits requiring stable switching signals.
- General factory automation environments.
Technical Specifications
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| Device Type | Limit switch | |
|---|---|---|
| Housing Material | Technopolymer | |
| Switching Action | Slow action | |
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Contacts | 1NO + 1NC | |
| Actuator Type | Spring rod / wobble stick | |
| Connection | PG13.5 cable entry | |
| Series | FX Series | |
| Product type | Position / limit switch | |
| Contact configuration | 1NO + 1NC | |
| Switching action | Slow action | |
| Actuator type | Coil spring with wire tip | |
| Housing material | Technopolymer | |
| Contact material | Silver | |
| Protection rating | IP67 | |
| Cable entry | 2 × PG13.5 | |
| Operating temperature | approx. -25 to +80 °C | |
| Mounting type | Surface mounting | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FX1821 used for?
It is used to detect position or movement in industrial machinery and provide switching signals for automation and control systems.
What contact configuration does the FX1821 have?
The switch features 1 normally open (NO) and 1 normally closed (NC) contact with slow-action switching.
What is the benefit of the wire tip actuator?
The flexible wire tip allows sensitive and adaptable actuation, making it ideal for applications with variable alignment.
Is the FX1821 suitable for harsh environments?
Yes, with its IP67 protection rating, it is protected against dust and water ingress.
How is the switch connected?
It uses PG13.5 conduit entries for standard industrial wiring.
Trusted by Industrial Engineers Worldwide
Pizzato FX series position switches are widely trusted for their durability, precision switching and consistent performance in industrial automation systems.
