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MF 08 Pizzato Microswitch with threaded plunger
Pizzato MF08 snap-action microswitch with threaded plunger actuator, SPDT contact configuration and high durability for industrial automation and precision position sensing.
£6.20
Why Choose the Pizzato MF08 Microswitch?
The Pizzato MF08 is a robust and highly precise snap-action microswitch designed for industrial automation and control applications. As part of the reliable Pizzato MF series, it features a threaded plunger actuator that allows fine adjustment of the switching point, making it ideal for applications requiring accurate positioning and repeatability.
Built with a durable technopolymer housing and high-quality internal components, the MF08 delivers consistent performance in demanding environments. Its compact design ensures easy integration into machinery, while maintaining excellent mechanical durability for long-term use.
With a SPDT (1 NO + 1 NC) contact configuration and support for both AC and DC loads, the MF08 is widely used in industrial equipment for end-of-travel detection, safety monitoring and control logic switching.
Key Advantages
- Compact snap-action microswitch for industrial automation.
- Threaded plunger actuator enables precise adjustment.
- Fast and reliable switching response for accurate control.
- SPDT contact configuration supports flexible circuit design.
- High mechanical durability for long service life.
- Suitable for both AC and DC switching applications.
Key Features
- Pizzato MF series microswitch.
- Snap-action switching mechanism.
- Threaded plunger actuator (M10 × 0.75).
- 1 NO + 1 NC (SPDT changeover contact).
- Faston terminals for secure electrical connection.
- Compact body for space-saving installation.
- High cycle life for industrial use.
Adjustable and Reliable Switching for Industrial Control
The Pizzato MF08 utilises a snap-action mechanism to provide fast and consistent switching performance. This ensures reliable electrical contact transitions while reducing wear, even in high-frequency switching environments.
Its threaded plunger actuator allows precise adjustment of the actuation point, making it ideal for applications where accurate positioning and repeatability are essential in automated machinery.
Typical Applications
- End-of-travel detection in industrial machinery.
- Position sensing in automation systems.
- Control panels and electrical equipment.
- Packaging and production machinery.
- Mechanical limit detection in moving assemblies.
- OEM machine building and integration.
Technical Specifications
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| Housing Material | Technopolymer | |
|---|---|---|
| Device Type | Limit switch | |
| Contacts | 1NO + 1NC + 1 C/O | |
| Actuator Type | Plunger | |
| Series | MF Series | |
| Product type | Snap-action microswitch | |
| Actuator type | Threaded plunger | |
| Contact configuration | SPDT (1 NO + 1 NC) | |
| Switching method | ON-(ON) | |
| Rated load (AC) | up to 16 A at 250 V AC | |
| Rated load (DC) | up to 6 A at 24 V DC | |
| Mechanical durability | approx. 10 million operations | |
| Operating temperature | −25 °C to +85 °C | |
| Dimensions (approx.) | 49.2 × 17.4 × 21 mm | |
| Connection type | Faston terminals 6.3 × 0.8 mm | |
| Operating force | approx. 3.4 N | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato MF08 used for?
This microswitch is used for position detection, end-of-travel sensing and control switching in industrial automation systems.
What makes the MF08 different from other microswitches?
It features a threaded plunger actuator, allowing fine adjustment of the switching point for precise mechanical control.
What loads can this microswitch handle?
The MF08 supports up to 16 A at 250 V AC and 6 A at 24 V DC for resistive loads.
What contact configuration does it have?
It includes a single pole double throw (SPDT) contact with one normally open and one normally closed contact.
Is the MF08 suitable for high-cycle applications?
Yes, it is designed for durability with a mechanical life of approximately 10 million operations.
Trusted by Automation Engineers Worldwide
Pizzato MF series microswitches are widely trusted for their precision engineering, durability and reliable switching performance in industrial automation systems.
