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MK H12F31 Pizzato Microswitch with short lever
Pizzato MKH12F31 microswitch with rear short lever actuator, 1 NO + 1 NC contacts, snap-action switching and technopolymer housing for industrial automation.
£4.78
Why Choose the Pizzato MKH12F31 Safety Microswitch?
The Pizzato MKH12F31 is a compact and high-reliability industrial microswitch with rear short lever and roller actuator, designed for precise position detection and dependable switching in automation systems. As part of the advanced Pizzato MK series, it offers excellent durability and consistent performance in demanding industrial environments.
This variant features a back direct action short lever (approximately 26 mm) with standard roller, allowing actuation from the rear of the switch. This configuration is ideal for applications where indirect or reverse-side actuation is required, providing flexibility in machine design and installation.
With a 1 NO + 1 NC snap-action contact configuration, the MKH12F31 ensures fast and reliable switching. Its technopolymer housing offers high resistance to impact and wear, while optional terminal covers allow sealing up to IP65, making it suitable for harsh industrial environments.
Key Advantages
- Reliable microswitch with rear lever actuator.
- Back direct actuation enables flexible installation.
- Smooth roller reduces mechanical wear and friction.
- Snap-action switching ensures fast and consistent response.
- Technopolymer housing for long service life.
- Optional protection up to IP65 for demanding environments.
Key Features
- Pizzato MK series microswitch.
- 1 NO + 1 NC (changeover) contacts.
- Rear short lever with standard roller (~26 mm).
- Back direct action switching mechanism.
- Glass fibre reinforced technopolymer housing.
- Vertical faston terminal connections.
- Optional terminal covers for protection up to IP65.
- High mechanical durability (up to 10 million operations).
Rear Actuation for Flexible Machine Integration
The MKH12F31 is designed for applications where actuation occurs from behind or via mechanical linkage. The rear lever with roller provides reliable triggering even in confined or complex machine assemblies, improving design flexibility and installation options.
Its snap-action switching mechanism ensures rapid electrical response with minimal contact bounce, enhancing reliability and reducing maintenance requirements in industrial automation systems.
Typical Applications
- Position detection in compact or complex machinery.
- Automation systems requiring rear or indirect actuation.
- Conveyors and material handling equipment.
- Packaging and production machinery.
- End-of-travel detection.
- General-purpose industrial switching.
Technical Specifications
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| Device Type | Limit switch | |
|---|---|---|
| Housing Material | Technopolymer | |
| Switching Action | Snap action | |
| IP Rating | IP00 | |
| Contacts | 1NO + 1NC | |
| Actuator Type | Roller lever | |
| Series | MK Series Microswitches | |
| Product type | Microswitch with rear lever | |
| Contact configuration | 1 NO + 1 NC | |
| Contact type | Snap-action changeover | |
| Actuation type | Back direct action | |
| Actuator | Short lever with roller (~26 mm) | |
| Connection type | Vertical faston terminals | |
| Housing material | Technopolymer | |
| Protection rating | IP00 (IP20/IP40/IP65 with terminal cover) | |
| Operating temperature | -25 to +85 °C | |
| Rated voltage | up to 250 V AC / 300 V DC | |
| Rated current | up to 5–6 A | |
| Mechanical durability | up to 10 million operations | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato MKH12F31 used for?
This microswitch is used for detecting position and movement in industrial machinery, especially where rear or indirect actuation is required.
What does back direct action mean?
Back direct action means the switch is actuated from the rear, allowing flexible installation in complex machinery layouts.
What contact configuration does it have?
The MKH12F31 features a 1 NO + 1 NC snap-action contact configuration.
What protection rating does it offer?
It has a base IP00 rating, which can be increased up to IP65 with suitable terminal covers.
What temperature range does it operate in?
It operates within approximately -25 to +85 °C.
Trusted by Industrial Automation Engineers
Pizzato MK series microswitches are widely trusted for their precision, durability and reliable switching performance in industrial automation and control systems.
