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MF 12 Pizzato Microswitch with sealed plunger
Pizzato MF12 snap-action microswitch with sealed plunger actuator, SPDT contact configuration and high durability for industrial automation and position sensing.
£7.11
Why Choose the Pizzato MF12 Microswitch?
The Pizzato MF12 is a durable and highly reliable snap-action microswitch designed for precise position detection and control in industrial automation systems. As part of the trusted Pizzato MF series, this model features a sealed plunger actuator, offering enhanced protection against dust and environmental contaminants while maintaining consistent switching performance.
Engineered with a compact technopolymer housing and high-quality internal components, the MF12 ensures long service life even in demanding industrial environments. Its sealed actuator design makes it particularly suitable for applications where protection from ingress is important.
With a SPDT (1 NO + 1 NC) contact configuration and support for both AC and DC loads, the MF12 is widely used for end-of-travel detection, position sensing and control signalling in industrial machinery.
Key Advantages
- Compact snap-action microswitch for industrial automation.
- Sealed plunger actuator for improved environmental protection.
- Fast switching response ensures accurate control signals.
- SPDT contact configuration enables flexible switching logic.
- 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.
- Sealed plunger actuator for reliable operation in harsher environments.
- 1 NO + 1 NC (SPDT changeover contact).
- Faston terminals (6.3 × 0.8 mm) for secure electrical connection.
- Compact body for space-saving installations.
- High cycle life (approx. 10 million operations).
Protected and Reliable Switching for Industrial Control
The Pizzato MF12 uses a snap-action mechanism to deliver fast and consistent switching performance, ensuring reliable electrical contact transitions while reducing wear in high-frequency applications.
Its sealed plunger actuator enhances durability by protecting the internal mechanism from dust and contaminants, making it suitable for more demanding environments compared to standard open plunger microswitches.
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 | Sealed 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 cycles | |
| Operating temperature | −25 °C to +85 °C | |
| Operating force | approx. 5.3 N | |
| Dimensions (approx.) | 49.2 × 17.4 × 21 mm | |
| Connection type | Faston terminals | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato MF12 used for?
This microswitch is used for position detection, end-of-travel sensing and control switching in industrial automation systems.
What makes the MF12 different from other MF series microswitches?
It features a sealed plunger actuator, providing improved protection against dust and environmental contaminants.
What loads can this microswitch handle?
The MF12 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 MF12 suitable for harsh environments?
Yes, the sealed plunger design provides additional protection, making it suitable for environments with dust or contaminants.
Trusted by Automation Engineers Worldwide
Pizzato MF series microswitches are widely trusted for their durability, precision and reliable switching performance in industrial automation systems.
