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FD 1878-K50 Pizzato Rope safety switch with reset for emergency stop
Pizzato FD1878-K50 safety limit switch with metal housing and positive opening contacts for industrial machine safety and position detection.
£30.18
Why Choose the Pizzato FD1878-K50 Safety Limit Switch?
The Pizzato FD1878-K50 is a robust and precision-engineered safety limit switch designed for reliable position monitoring and dependable machine safety in industrial automation environments. As part of the trusted Pizzato FD series, this switch delivers consistent switching performance and long operational life for demanding industrial applications.
Manufactured with a durable metal housing, the FD1878-K50 is engineered to withstand vibration, impact, and harsh environmental conditions commonly found in automated production systems and industrial machinery. Its heavy-duty design ensures reliable operation in safety-critical applications.
Featuring a precision mechanical actuator system together with positive opening NC contacts, this safety switch provides secure interruption of safety circuits and accurate machine position detection. Its industrial-grade construction makes it ideal for machine guarding, automation systems, and production equipment.
Key Advantages
- Reliable safety limit switch for industrial automation.
- Heavy-duty metal housing for durability and long service life.
- Positive opening contacts for enhanced machine safety.
- Designed for accurate and dependable position monitoring.
- Suitable for integration into safety and interlock circuits.
- Built for demanding industrial operating conditions.
Key Features
- Pizzato FD series safety switch.
- Model: FD1878-K50
- Contact configuration: 1 NC + 1 NO
- Positive opening NC contact compliant with safety standards.
- Heavy-duty metal housing.
- Reliable switching performance for industrial machinery.
- Designed for industrial position monitoring and machine protection.
- Suitable for demanding automation environments.
Reliable Position Detection and Machine Safety
Safety limit switches such as the FD1878-K50 are essential for monitoring machinery movement and ensuring safe operating conditions in industrial automation systems. The positive opening NC contact guarantees dependable interruption of safety circuits even under fault conditions, supporting compliance with industrial machine safety standards.
Pizzato safety devices are trusted worldwide by automation engineers and machine builders due to their rugged construction, dependable switching performance, and reliable operation across demanding industrial applications.
Typical Applications
- Machine guarding and safety interlock systems.
- Industrial conveyors and material handling systems.
- Position monitoring in automated machinery.
- Packaging and processing equipment.
- Industrial automation and production lines.
- OEM machinery and custom-built automation systems.
Technical Specifications
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| Product Series | Pizzato FD | |
|---|---|---|
| Device Type | Rope-pull switch | |
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Contacts | 1NO + 1NC | |
| Safety Switch Type | Rope pull switch | |
| Housing Material | Metal | |
| Series | FD Series | |
| Product type | Safety limit switch | |
| Contact configuration | 1 NC (positive opening) + 1 NO | |
| Housing material | Metal | |
| Protection rating | IP67 | |
| Mounting type | Surface mounting | |
| Mechanical durability | High endurance industrial design | |
| Operating temperature | approx. -25 to +80 °C | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FD1878-K50 used for?
This switch is used for position detection and machine safety monitoring in industrial automation systems.
What contact configuration does this switch have?
It features 1 normally closed (NC) positive opening contact and 1 normally open (NO) contact.
Is this switch suitable for safety circuits?
Yes, the positive opening NC contact makes it suitable for machine safety and protection systems.
What type of housing does the switch use?
The FD1878-K50 features a durable metal housing designed for demanding industrial environments.
What protection rating does it provide?
The switch offers an IP67 protection rating, making it suitable for harsh industrial operating conditions.
Trusted by Industrial Automation Engineers
Pizzato safety switches are trusted worldwide for their durable construction, dependable switching performance, and compliance with industrial safety standards across demanding automation applications.
