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FC 3393-F1 Pizzato Safety switch with separate actuator
Pizzato FC3393-F1 safety interlock switch with separate actuator for machine guarding and access control in industrial automation systems with IP67 protection.
£23.87
Why Choose the Pizzato FC3393-F1 Safety Interlock Switch?
The Pizzato FC3393-F1 is a compact key-operated safety interlock switch with separate actuator designed for machine guarding, access control, and industrial safety systems. As part of the Pizzato FC series, it ensures that machinery can only operate when protective doors, guards, or access panels are correctly closed and secured.
Engineered for demanding industrial environments, the FC3393-F1 features a rugged metal housing and a high IP67 protection rating, making it resistant to dust, moisture, and vibration. It is widely used in automation systems, production machinery, and safety enclosures where reliable guard position monitoring is essential for operator protection.
This version uses a separate actuator system, meaning the switch body is mounted on the fixed frame while the actuator (key) is mounted on the moving guard. When the guard is opened, the actuator is removed from the switch head, immediately changing the safety contact state and preventing machine operation.
Key Advantages
- Reliable safety interlock with separate actuator design.
- Prevents machine operation when guards or doors are open.
- Heavy-duty metal housing for industrial durability.
- IP67 protection against dust and water ingress.
- Compatible with multiple Pizzato actuator configurations.
- Ideal for OEM machinery and automation safety systems.
Key Features
- Pizzato FC safety switch series.
- Separate actuator (key) interlock mechanism.
- Contact configuration: 1NO + 1NC (slow action, B33).
- Positive opening safety contacts.
- IP67 protection rating according to EN 60529.
- Metal housing construction for industrial environments.
- M20 x 1.5 threaded conduit entry.
Reliable Machine Guard Interlocking
The FC3393-F1 operates using a separate actuator mounted on a movable guard. When the guard is closed, the actuator is inserted into the switch head, enabling machine operation. When the guard is opened, the actuator is withdrawn, immediately triggering a safety response.
This ensures hazardous machine motion cannot occur while access doors or protective enclosures are open, significantly improving operator safety during maintenance and operation.
Typical Applications
- Machine guarding systems.
- Safety doors and access panels.
- Industrial automation equipment.
- Robotic work cells and safety fences.
- Packaging and processing machinery.
- OEM machine safety systems.
Technical Specifications
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| Connection | Cable entry M20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Device Type | Guard-locking switch | |
| Product Series | Pizzato FC | |
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Contacts | 1NO + 1NC | |
| Safety Switch Type | Tongue interlock | |
| Housing Material | Metal | |
| Product type | Safety interlock switch (key-operated) | |
| Series | FC | |
| Contact configuration | 1NO + 1NC | |
| Protection rating | IP67 | |
| Housing material | Metal | |
| Electrical connection | M20 x 1.5 threaded entry | |
| Operating temperature | -25°C to +80°C | |
| Positive opening | Yes | |
| Application | Machine guarding, safety doors, and interlock systems | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FC3393-F1 used for?
It is used to monitor safety guards and prevent machine operation when protective doors or panels are open.
What is the difference between FC3393 and FC3393-F1?
The FC3393-F1 uses a separate actuator system mounted on the guard, while standard versions may use different actuator configurations.
Is FC3393-F1 a rope safety switch?
No, it is a key-operated safety interlock switch, not a rope pull safety device.
What protection rating does it have?
It is rated IP67, making it suitable for harsh industrial environments with dust and water exposure.
Does it support safety standards?
Yes, it is designed for machine guarding applications in compliance with EN ISO 14119 principles.
Trusted Industrial Safety Solution Worldwide
Pizzato FC safety interlock switches are widely used in industrial automation due to their reliability, robust construction, and ability to ensure safe machine operation through secure guard monitoring systems.
