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FX 521 Pizzato Position switch, coil spring with cat’s whisker
Pizzato FX521 position switch with coil spring wire tip actuator, 1NO+1NC snap-action contacts and IP67 protection for industrial automation applications.
£10.19
Why Choose the Pizzato FX521 Position Switch?
The Pizzato FX521 is a durable and highly reliable industrial position switch designed for accurate motion detection in automation and machine control systems. As part of the robust Pizzato FX series, it provides dependable 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 mechanical alignment is variable. Its rugged technopolymer housing ensures strong resistance to mechanical stress, dust and moisture, making it suitable for continuous industrial operation.
With a 1NO + 1NC snap-action contact configuration and IP67 protection rating, the FX521 delivers fast, precise and repeatable switching performance. It is widely used in control circuits, safety systems and machinery requiring reliable position feedback.
Key Advantages
- Reliable position detection for industrial automation systems.
- 1NO + 1NC contacts for flexible control circuit integration.
- Snap-action switching ensures fast and precise response.
- Flexible wire-tip actuator adapts to misalignment.
- 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 (snap action).
- 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 improved environmental sealing.
Fast and Reliable Switching for Industrial Control
The FX521 is designed to provide accurate feedback on machine position and movement, enabling efficient control of industrial processes. Its snap-action contacts ensure rapid switching response, improving machine performance and reliability in dynamic automation environments.
The flexible coil spring actuator allows consistent triggering even under slight misalignment, making it ideal for applications requiring adaptable and sensitive actuation.
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 and safety interlocking systems.
- General factory automation environments.
Technical Specifications
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| Device Type | Limit switch | |
|---|---|---|
| Housing Material | Technopolymer | |
| Switching Action | Snap 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 | Snap 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 FX521 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 FX521 have?
The switch features 1 normally open (NO) and 1 normally closed (NC) contacts with snap-action switching.
What is the benefit of snap-action switching?
Snap-action switching provides fast and precise contact operation, improving reliability and responsiveness.
Is the FX521 suitable for harsh environments?
Yes, with its IP67 protection rating, it is resistant to dust and water ingress in industrial environments.
How is the switch wired?
It is connected via 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 applications.
