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FD 1878-T6 Pizzato Rope safety switch with reset for emergency stop
Pizzato FD1878-T6 rope-operated safety switch with reset function, 1 NO + 1 NC contacts, positive opening, metal housing, PG13.5 cable entry and IP67 protection.
£20.37
Why Choose the Pizzato FD1878-T6 Rope Safety Switch?
The Pizzato FD1878-T6 is a robust rope-operated safety switch with reset function, designed for emergency stop applications across industrial machinery and conveyor systems. As part of the proven Pizzato FD safety series, it provides reliable shutdown capability along extended machine lines, improving both operator safety and system protection.
Built with a durable metal housing and precision-engineered internal components, the FD1878-T6 ensures long mechanical life and dependable operation. Its integrated manual reset mechanism prevents automatic restart after activation, ensuring safe and controlled system recovery.
This variant features a 1 normally open (NO) and 1 normally closed (NC) slow-action contact configuration with positive opening and a PG13.5 threaded conduit entry without a pre-installed cable gland. With an IP67 protection rating, it is designed for reliable use in harsh industrial environments.
Key Advantages
- Designed for emergency stop safety applications across long machinery lines.
- Integrated manual reset function prevents unintended restart.
- 1 NO + 1 NC contacts with positive opening for safety circuits.
- PG13.5 cable entry for flexible wiring configurations.
- IP67 protection rating for dust and water resistance.
- Reliable rope actuation enables rapid emergency response.
Key Features
- Pizzato FD series rope safety switch.
- Emergency stop with manual reset.
- 1 NO + 1 NC slow-action contact block (B18).
- Positive opening contacts for safety compliance.
- Metal housing with industrial durability.
- PG13.5 threaded conduit entry (no gland fitted).
- Longitudinal rope actuation head for extended coverage.
Reliable Emergency Stop Protection
Rope safety switches such as the Pizzato FD1878-T6 provide a dependable method for stopping machinery quickly in emergency situations. A tensioned rope allows operators to activate the stop function from multiple positions along the machine, ensuring rapid intervention when hazards arise.
The integrated reset mechanism ensures that the system must be manually reactivated after a stop event, preventing accidental restarts and supporting compliance with industrial safety standards such as EN ISO 13850.
Typical Applications
- Conveyor systems and material handling lines.
- Industrial production and packaging machinery.
- Emergency stop systems on long machinery installations.
- Bulk handling and processing plants.
- Safety circuits requiring monitored reset functionality.
- OEM machinery and industrial automation systems.
Technical Specifications
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| Connection | Cable entry PG13.5 | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Safety Series | |
| Product type | Rope safety switch with reset | |
| Contact configuration | 1 NO + 1 NC, slow action | |
| Contact type | Positive opening | |
| Rated electrical load | approx. 250 V AC / 6 A | |
| Housing | Metal | |
| Protection rating | IP67 (EN 60529) | |
| Cable entry | PG13.5 threaded conduit | |
| Operating temperature | approx. −25 to +80 °C | |
| Mechanical durability | approx. 1,000,000 operations | |
| Actuation type | Rope with reset mechanism | |
| Mounting type | Machine or panel mounting | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FD1878-T6 used for?
The FD1878-T6 is used as an emergency stop rope safety switch for industrial machinery and conveyor systems.
Does it include a reset function?
Yes, it includes a manual reset mechanism that must be activated before restarting the system.
What contact configuration does it have?
It features 1 normally open and 1 normally closed slow-action contacts with positive opening.
Does this version include a cable gland?
No, this version uses a PG13.5 conduit entry without a pre-installed cable gland or connector.
Is it suitable for harsh environments?
Yes, the IP67 rating and metal housing ensure reliable operation in demanding industrial environments.
Trusted for Industrial Safety Applications
Pizzato rope safety switches are widely trusted by engineers and machine builders to deliver dependable emergency stop protection and compliance with modern industrial safety requirements.
