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FX 956-W3 Pizzato Position switch with adjustable roller lever and reset device
Pizzato FX956-W3 position switch with adjustable roller lever and reset device, featuring 2 NC contacts, IP67/IP69K protection and positive opening for industrial safety applications.
£16.14
Why Choose the Pizzato FX956-W3 Position Switch?
The Pizzato FX956-W3 is a heavy-duty industrial position / limit switch with reset device, engineered for reliable machine safety and precise position monitoring in demanding automation environments. As part of the trusted Pizzato FX series, it offers robust construction, dependable switching performance and long service life.
This model features an adjustable safety roller lever actuator combined with a simultaneous reset mechanism, ensuring controlled restart conditions after actuation. This makes it particularly suitable for safety-related applications where machines must not automatically restart after being triggered.
With a 2 NC slow-action contact configuration and positive opening operation, the FX956-W3 guarantees reliable circuit interruption even under fault conditions. Its IP67 and IP69K protection ratings ensure dependable performance in harsh environments including dust, moisture and washdown conditions.
Key Advantages
- High-reliability position switch with reset function.
- Adjustable roller lever actuator for flexible installation.
- Positive opening contacts for enhanced safety compliance.
- 2 NC contacts for safety circuit applications.
- Durable technopolymer housing for industrial environments.
- IP67 / IP69K protection for harsh and washdown conditions.
Key Features
- Pizzato FX series position switch.
- Adjustable safety lever with technopolymer roller (20 mm diameter).
- Simultaneous reset device integrated into the head.
- 2 NC slow-action contacts.
- Positive opening operation for safety systems.
- Two conduit entries (PG13.5) for flexible wiring.
- Zinc-plated steel lever with roller for durability.
- Silver contacts for reliable electrical performance.
Engineered for Safety and Controlled Restart
The FX956-W3 is designed for safety-critical applications where machine restart must be controlled. The reset mechanism ensures that equipment remains in a safe state until reset conditions are met, reducing the risk of unintended operation.
Its positive opening contacts ensure reliable disconnection even in fault conditions, making it ideal for integration into safety circuits, guard monitoring systems and industrial automation equipment.
Typical Applications
- Machine safety interlocking systems.
- Guard monitoring and access control.
- Industrial automation and production lines.
- Conveyor and material handling equipment.
- Packaging and processing machinery.
- OEM machine building and control panels.
Technical Specifications
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| Device Type | Limit switch | |
|---|---|---|
| Housing Material | Technopolymer | |
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Contacts | 2NC | |
| Actuator Type | Roller lever | |
| Positive Opening | Yes | |
| Connection | PG13.5 cable entry | |
| Series | FX Position Switches | |
| Product type | Position / limit switch with reset | |
| Contact configuration | 2 NC | |
| Switching function | Slow-action | |
| Actuator type | Adjustable roller lever | |
| Reset function | Simultaneous reset | |
| Housing material | Technopolymer | |
| Protection rating | IP67 / IP69K | |
| Connection type | PG13.5 cable entry (2 entries) | |
| Operating temperature | approx. -25°C to +80°C | |
| Positive opening | Yes | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FX956-W3 used for?
It is used for position detection and safety monitoring in industrial machinery, particularly where controlled restart is required.
What contact configuration does it have?
The switch features 2 normally closed contacts with slow-action switching.
What makes this switch suitable for safety applications?
It includes positive opening contacts and a reset mechanism, ensuring safe operation and preventing unintended machine restart.
Is it suitable for harsh environments?
Yes, with IP67 and IP69K protection ratings, it is designed for dusty, wet and washdown environments.
What type of actuator is used?
The switch uses an adjustable roller lever actuator with a technopolymer roller for flexible and reliable actuation.
Trusted by Industrial Engineers Worldwide
Pizzato FX series switches are widely trusted for delivering robust safety performance, precise switching and dependable operation in industrial automation systems.
