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MF 57 Pizzato Microswitch with one-way roller lever
Pizzato MF57 snap-action microswitch with one-way roller lever actuator, SPDT contact configuration and high durability for industrial automation and directional cam-driven applications.
£5.84
Why Choose the Pizzato MF57 Microswitch?
The Pizzato MF57 is a high-performance snap-action microswitch with one-way roller lever, engineered for precise and directional position detection in industrial automation systems. As part of the proven Pizzato MF series, it delivers reliable switching performance and long operational life in demanding machinery.
This model features a one-way roller lever actuator, designed specifically for applications where actuation occurs in a single direction. The roller minimises friction and wear, while the directional mechanism ensures controlled switching behaviour in cam-driven systems.
With a SPDT (1 NO + 1 NC) contact configuration and fast snap-action mechanism, the MF57 provides dependable electrical control for both AC and DC circuits, making it ideal for industrial automation, safety monitoring and limit detection applications.
Key Advantages
- Compact snap-action microswitch for industrial automation.
- One-way roller lever actuator for directional actuation.
- Reduced friction and wear for extended service life.
- SPDT contact configuration for flexible control circuits.
- High mechanical durability (approx. 10 million cycles).
- Suitable for both AC and DC switching applications.
Key Features
- Pizzato MF series microswitch.
- Snap-action switching mechanism.
- One-way roller lever actuator for controlled movement.
- 1 NO + 1 NC (SPDT changeover contact).
- Faston terminals (6.3 × 0.8 mm) for secure electrical connection.
- Compact technopolymer housing.
- Designed for high-cycle industrial applications.
Directional Roller Switching for Industrial Control
The Pizzato MF57 utilises a snap-action mechanism to deliver rapid and repeatable switching, ensuring clean electrical transitions even under frequent operation. Its one-way roller lever actuator is specifically designed for directional movement, making it ideal for cam systems and machinery with controlled motion paths.
This design improves durability, reduces mechanical stress and ensures accurate switching points over extended use in automated systems.
Typical Applications
- Directional cam-driven limit detection.
- End-of-travel sensing in industrial machinery.
- Automation systems with one-way movement.
- Packaging and production equipment.
- Conveyors and material handling systems.
- OEM machine building and automation integration.
Technical Specifications
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| Housing Material | Technopolymer | |
|---|---|---|
| Device Type | Limit switch | |
| Contacts | 1NO + 1NC + 1 C/O | |
| Actuator Type | Roller lever | |
| Series | MF Series | |
| Product type | Snap-action microswitch | |
| Actuator type | One-way roller lever | |
| Contact configuration | SPDT (1 NO + 1 NC) | |
| Switching method | ON-(ON) | |
| Rated load (AC) | 16 A at 250 V AC | |
| Rated load (DC) | 6 A at 24 V DC | |
| Mechanical durability | approx. 10,000,000 operations | |
| Operating temperature | −25 °C to +85 °C | |
| Operating force | approx. 1.37 N | |
| Dimensions (approx.) | 49.2 × 17.4 × 21 mm | |
| Lever length | approx. 25 mm | |
| Connection type | Faston terminals (6.3 × 0.8 mm) | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato MF57 used for?
This microswitch is used for directional position detection, end-of-travel sensing and control switching in industrial automation systems.
What is a one-way roller lever actuator?
It is a roller actuator designed to operate in a single direction, ensuring controlled and consistent switching in cam-driven systems.
What contact configuration does the MF57 have?
It features a SPDT (1 NO + 1 NC) configuration for flexible control applications.
What loads can this microswitch handle?
The MF57 supports up to 16 A at 250 V AC and 6 A at 24 V DC.
Is the MF57 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 durability, precision and reliable switching performance in industrial automation systems.
