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FZ 576 Pizzato Position switch for rope actuation
Pizzato FZ576 industrial rope actuated position switch with 1NO+1NC snap action contact, metal housing and IP67 protection for machinery monitoring applications.
Why Choose the Pizzato FZ576 Rope Actuation Position Switch?
The Pizzato FZ576 is a robust industrial rope actuated position switch designed for reliable mechanical detection in automation systems, machinery and emergency pull-wire applications. Part of the established Pizzato FZ series position switch range, it provides dependable switching performance for machine builders requiring reliable rope monitoring and durable operation in demanding industrial environments.
The FZ576 features a durable metal housing, a dedicated rope actuation head and a snap action contact block. Its robust construction and IP67 protection make it suitable for industrial installations where reliable position monitoring and protection against dust and water ingress are required.
With a 1NO+1NC snap action contact configuration, IP67 protection rating and two threaded PG13.5 conduit entries, the Pizzato FZ576 is ideal for rope-operated machine monitoring applications where dependable switching is essential.
Key Advantages
- Compact rope actuated industrial position switch.
- Durable metal housing construction for industrial environments.
- 1NO+1NC snap action contact for reliable control circuits.
- IP67 protection rating for resistance against dust and water ingress.
- Designed for rope monitoring and machine safety applications.
- Suitable for automation equipment, OEM machinery and industrial control systems.
Key Features
- Pizzato FZ series position switch.
- Rope actuation operating head.
- 1NO+1NC snap action contact block.
- Metal housing with two PG13.5 threaded conduit entries.
- IP67 protection rating according to EN 60529.
- Screw terminal connection.
- Suitable for rope-operated position detection applications.
Reliable Rope Monitoring for Industrial Machinery
Industrial rope actuated position switches such as the Pizzato FZ576 provide reliable monitoring of machine areas where movement along a rope or cable must be detected. They are commonly used to create emergency stop or machine control circuits where operators require accessible rope-based actuation.
The FZ series combines robust mechanical construction, flexible installation options and dependable switching technology. The FZ576 provides machine builders with a reliable solution for industrial rope monitoring and position detection requirements.
Typical Applications
- Emergency pull-wire and rope monitoring systems.
- Industrial machinery safety applications.
- Conveyor systems and material handling equipment.
- Production and processing machinery.
- Machine control and limit monitoring systems.
- OEM industrial automation installations.
Technical Specifications
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| Device Type | Limit switch | |
|---|---|---|
| Switching Action | Snap action | |
| Contacts | 1NO + 1NC | |
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Actuator Type | Rope / pull-wire | |
| Housing Material | Metal | |
| Connection | PG13.5 cable entry | |
| HS Code | 85369095 | |
| Manufacturer | Pizzato Elettrica | |
| Series | FZ Position Switches | |
| Model | FZ576 | |
| Product type | Rope actuated position switch | |
| Operating mechanism | Rope actuation | |
| Contact configuration | 1NO+1NC | |
| Contact type | Snap action | |
| Housing material | Metal | |
| Protection rating | IP67 | |
| Conduit entries | 2 × PG13.5 threaded entries | |
| Rated operational voltage | 250 V AC | |
| Rated operational current | 6 A at 250 V AC | |
| Maximum switching voltage | 500 V AC | |
| Mechanical durability | up to 20 million operating cycles | |
| Operating temperature | -25 to +80 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FZ576 used for?
The Pizzato FZ576 is used for rope-operated position detection and machine monitoring applications in industrial automation systems.
What type of actuator does the FZ576 use?
The FZ576 uses a rope actuation mechanism designed for pull-wire and cable-operated switching applications.
What contact configuration does the FZ576 have?
The switch features a 1NO+1NC snap action contact configuration for reliable industrial control circuits.
What protection rating does this position switch provide?
The FZ576 provides an IP67 protection rating, helping protect the switch against dust and water ingress.
Where is the FZ576 typically installed?
The switch is typically installed on conveyors, machinery and industrial systems requiring rope-based position monitoring.
Trusted by Machine Builders Worldwide
Pizzato FZ series position switches are widely used by automation engineers and machine builders to provide reliable mechanical detection and durable integration into industrial control systems.
