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FX 2221 Pizzato Position switch, coil spring with cat’s whisker
Pizzato FX2221 position switch with coil spring wire tip actuator, 2NO+1NC slow-action contacts and IP67 protection for industrial automation applications.
£13.34
Why Choose the Pizzato FX2221 Position Switch?
The Pizzato FX2221 is a durable and high-performance industrial position switch designed for precise motion detection in automation and machine control systems. As part of the robust Pizzato FX series, it delivers reliable switching 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 may vary. Its rugged technopolymer housing ensures strong resistance to mechanical stress, dust and moisture, making it suitable for continuous industrial use.
With a 2NO + 1NC slow-action contact configuration and IP67 protection rating, the FX2221 provides stable and dependable switching performance for control circuits, safety systems and machine feedback applications.
Key Advantages
- Reliable position detection for industrial automation systems.
- 2NO + 1NC contacts for flexible control and signalling.
- Flexible wire-tip actuator for sensitive and adaptive triggering.
- Slow-action switching 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.
- 2NO + 1NC contact configuration (slow action, B22).
- 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.
Balanced Control and Safety Switching
The FX2221 is designed to provide accurate feedback on machine position and movement while supporting both control and safety functions. The 2NO + 1NC configuration allows simultaneous signalling and safety monitoring, making it suitable for a wide range of industrial applications.
Its slow-action switching mechanism ensures stable electrical transitions, reducing signal noise and improving reliability in sensitive automation systems.
Typical Applications
- Industrial machinery and automated production lines.
- Control circuits and safety interlocking systems.
- Conveyor and material handling equipment.
- Packaging and assembly machinery.
- End-of-travel and position monitoring.
- 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 | 2NO + 1NC | |
| Actuator Type | Spring rod / wobble stick | |
| Connection | PG13.5 cable entry | |
| Series | FX Series | |
| Product type | Position / limit switch | |
| Contact configuration | 2NO + 1NC | |
| Switching action | Slow action | |
| Actuator type | Coil spring with wire tip | |
| Housing material | Technopolymer | |
| External components | Zinc-plated steel | |
| 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 FX2221 used for?
It is used to detect position or movement in industrial machinery and provide switching signals for control and safety systems.
What contact configuration does the FX2221 have?
The switch features 2 normally open (NO) and 1 normally closed (NC) contacts with slow-action switching.
What is the benefit of the wire tip actuator?
The flexible wire tip allows sensitive and adaptable actuation, ideal for applications with variable alignment.
Is the FX2221 suitable for harsh environments?
Yes, it has an IP67 protection rating, making it resistant to dust and water ingress.
How is the switch wired?
It is connected using 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 demanding industrial automation environments.
