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MK F12D08 Pizzato Microswitch with threaded plunger
Pizzato MKF12D08 snap-action microswitch with threaded plunger actuator, 1NO+1NC changeover contacts and reliable position detection for industrial automation systems.
£6.04
Why Choose the Pizzato MKF12D08 Microswitch?
The Pizzato MKF12D08 is a compact and reliable snap-action microswitch with threaded plunger actuator designed for precise mechanical position detection in industrial automation, machinery and control applications. As part of the Pizzato MK microswitch series, it provides dependable switching performance, robust construction and flexible installation options for demanding industrial environments.
This microswitch features a durable technopolymer housing, direct-action threaded plunger mechanism and a changeover contact configuration for versatile machine control applications. The MK series is engineered with high-reliability contacts, positive opening versions and multiple actuator options to support a wide range of industrial requirements.
With a 1NO+1NC changeover contact arrangement, screw terminals with self-lifting plates and a threaded M10×0.75 plunger actuator, the Pizzato MKF12D08 is suitable for limit detection, machine feedback and automation systems requiring accurate and repeatable switching.
Key Advantages
- Compact industrial snap-action microswitch with threaded plunger.
- 1NO+1NC changeover contacts for flexible control circuits.
- Direct-action plunger design for precise mechanical actuation.
- Positive opening function suitable for safety-related applications.
- Robust technopolymer housing for industrial environments.
- Long mechanical endurance for reliable machine operation.
Key Features
- Pizzato MK microswitch series.
- Threaded M10×0.75 plunger actuator.
- 1NO+1NC snap-action changeover contacts.
- Direct action operating principle.
- Screw terminals with self-lifting plate.
- Positive opening operation.
- Technopolymer self-extinguishing housing.
- Suitable for machine position sensing and industrial automation applications.
Reliable Position Detection for Industrial Automation
Microswitches such as the Pizzato MKF12D08 convert mechanical movement into a reliable electrical switching signal, allowing automation systems to monitor machine positions, travel limits and operating conditions with high repeatability.
The threaded plunger actuator provides accurate direct mechanical operation, making this microswitch suitable for applications where a machine component or actuator requires precise end-position detection. The Pizzato MK series offers machine builders and automation engineers a dependable switching solution with long service life and flexible protection options.
Typical Applications
- Industrial machinery position monitoring.
- Machine limit detection systems.
- Automation equipment and control panels.
- Safety and interlocking circuits.
- Mechanical end-stop detection.
- OEM machine-building applications.
Technical Specifications
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| Device Type | Limit switch | |
|---|---|---|
| Housing Material | Technopolymer | |
| Contacts | 1NO + 1NC | |
| IP Rating | IP65 | |
| Actuator Type | Plunger | |
| HS Code | 85369095 | |
| Manufacturer | Pizzato Elettrica | |
| Series | MK Microswitch Series | |
| Model | MKF12D08 | |
| Product type | Snap-action microswitch | |
| Actuator | Threaded plunger M10×0.75 | |
| Actuation type | Direct action | |
| Contact configuration | 1NO + 1NC changeover | |
| Terminal type | Screws with self-lifting plate | |
| Housing material | Glass-fibre reinforced technopolymer | |
| Rated contact current | 5 A at 250 V AC | |
| DC rating | 4 A at 24 V DC | |
| Rated insulation voltage | 250 V AC / 300 V DC | |
| Protection rating | IP00 without cover; up to IP65 with suitable terminal accessories | |
| Operating temperature | -25 °C to +85 °C | |
| Mechanical endurance | 10 million operations | |
| Dimensions | approx. 49.2 × 17.4 × 24.3 mm body size | |
| Operating force | approx. 4 N | |
| Standards | IEC/EN 60947-5-1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato MKF12D08 used for?
The Pizzato MKF12D08 is a snap-action microswitch with threaded plunger actuator used for mechanical position detection and switching control in industrial automation and machinery applications.
What contacts are included in this microswitch?
The MKF12D08 features a 1NO+1NC changeover contact configuration for flexible switching applications.
What type of actuator does this microswitch have?
The Pizzato MKF12D08 uses a threaded M10×0.75 plunger actuator with direct-action operation.
What protection rating can this microswitch achieve?
The microswitch provides IP protection from IP00 without a cover up to IP65 when used with suitable Pizzato terminal cover accessories.
Where is this microswitch installed?
The Pizzato MKF12D08 is typically installed in industrial machines, automation systems and control equipment requiring reliable mechanical switching.
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Pizzato MK series microswitches are widely used in industrial automation and machine control applications to provide accurate, reliable and durable position switching.
