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MS 50 Pizzato Microswitch with hinge lever
Pizzato MS50 micro limit switch with hinge lever actuator, snap-action contacts and SPDT configuration for reliable industrial position detection.
£4.45
Why Choose the Pizzato MS50 Micro Limit Switch?
The Pizzato MS50 is a robust and versatile micro limit switch with hinge lever actuator, designed for precise position detection in industrial automation systems. As part of the proven Pizzato MS series, it delivers reliable snap-action switching combined with a hinged lever mechanism for smooth and controlled actuation.
The hinge lever actuator allows flexible movement and consistent triggering even when alignment is not perfectly linear. This makes the MS50 ideal for machinery with variable motion paths. Built with a durable technopolymer housing and precision internal contacts, it ensures long service life and dependable performance in demanding industrial environments.
With compact dimensions and multiple terminal configurations, the Pizzato MS50 microswitch integrates easily into machinery, conveyors and control panels, providing accurate and repeatable switching performance across a wide range of applications.
Key Advantages
- Hinge lever actuator allows flexible and controlled actuation.
- Snap-action switching ensures fast and reliable response.
- High electrical rating suitable for industrial control circuits.
- Reduced mechanical stress due to pivoting lever design.
- Compact and durable construction for easy integration.
- Reliable performance in demanding industrial environments.
Key Features
- Pizzato MS series microswitch.
- Hinge lever actuator.
- SPDT contact configuration (1 NO + 1 NC).
- Snap-action changeover contacts.
- Rated up to 16 A at 250 V AC.
- Supports 6 A at 24 V DC.
- Available with solder, screw or faston terminals depending on variant.
Flexible Hinge Lever for Adaptive Actuation
The Pizzato MS50 features a hinge lever actuator that allows smooth pivoting movement, enabling reliable switching even when actuated from different angles. This design reduces mechanical wear and improves consistency in applications with variable motion paths.
Its snap-action mechanism ensures rapid switching with minimal contact wear, while the SPDT configuration allows flexible integration into industrial control circuits. The MS50 is widely used in automation systems where precise and dependable position detection is required.
Typical Applications
- Position detection in industrial machinery.
- Conveyor and material handling systems.
- Automation and control panels.
- Packaging and production equipment.
- Machine safety and interlocking systems.
- OEM machinery and custom-built equipment.
Technical Specifications
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| Device Type | Limit switch | |
|---|---|---|
| Housing Material | Technopolymer | |
| Contacts | 1NO + 1NC + 1 C/O | |
| Actuator Type | Lever | |
| Series | MS Series | |
| Product type | Micro limit switch | |
| Contact configuration | SPDT (1 NO + 1 NC) | |
| Switching mechanism | Snap-action | |
| Actuator type | Hinge lever | |
| Rated voltage | up to 250 V AC | |
| AC rating | 16 A at 250 V AC | |
| DC rating | 6 A at 24 V DC | |
| Mechanical durability | approx. 10 million cycles | |
| Operating temperature | approx. −25 to +85 °C | |
| Operating force | approx. 0.78 N | |
| Lever length | approx. 54 mm | |
| Housing material | Technopolymer | |
| Dimensions | approx. 49.2 × 17.4 × 21 mm | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato MS50 used for?
The MS50 is used to detect the position of moving machine parts and provide reliable switching signals in industrial automation systems.
What actuator type does the MS50 use?
It uses a hinge lever actuator, allowing flexible and controlled actuation across different angles.
What are the electrical ratings of the MS50?
The switch 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?
The MS50 features a SPDT configuration with one normally open and one normally closed contact.
Is it suitable for industrial environments?
Yes, the MS50 is designed with durable materials and high mechanical endurance for reliable operation in demanding industrial applications.
Trusted by Automation Engineers Worldwide
Pizzato microswitches are widely trusted for their precision, durability and consistent switching performance in industrial automation, machine control and safety systems.
