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FD 1879-T6 Pizzato Rope safety switch without reset for simple stop
Pizzato FD1879-T6 rope-operated safety switch with extended temperature range, 1 NO + 1 NC contacts, designed for emergency stop systems in industrial environments.
£17.93
Why Choose the Pizzato FD1879-T6 Rope Safety Switch?
The Pizzato FD1879-T6 is a heavy-duty rope-operated safety switch designed for emergency stop and safety monitoring across long industrial machinery such as conveyors and production lines. As part of the robust Pizzato FD series, it provides immediate and reliable shutdown when the rope is actuated, helping protect personnel and equipment in hazardous environments.
This model features a durable metal housing and a longitudinal rope actuator without reset, ensuring instant stop functionality without requiring manual reset. The T6 variant is specifically engineered for extended temperature performance, making it suitable for extreme industrial conditions.
With a 1 NO + 1 NC slow-action contact configuration and positive opening operation, the FD1879-T6 ensures safe and dependable disconnection of control circuits. Its rugged design and high mechanical durability make it ideal for continuous industrial use.
Key Advantages
- Reliable rope pull emergency stop system for long machinery installations.
- Extended temperature capability for harsh and outdoor environments.
- Positive opening contacts for safe circuit interruption.
- Durable metal construction for demanding industrial conditions.
- High mechanical durability for continuous operation.
- Ideal for conveyor and material handling safety systems.
Key Features
- Pizzato FD series rope safety switch.
- 1 NO + 1 NC slow-action contacts.
- Longitudinal rope actuator without reset for immediate stop.
- Positive opening mechanism compliant with safety standards.
- IP67 protection rating for dust and water resistance.
- PG13.5 threaded conduit entry.
- Operating temperature range approx. -40°C to +80°C.
- Mechanical durability up to 1,000,000 cycles.
Reliable Emergency Stop Protection for Industrial Systems
Rope-operated safety switches like the FD1879-T6 provide continuous protection along large machinery such as conveyors. When the rope is pulled at any point, the switch immediately interrupts the control circuit, stopping the machine to reduce the risk of injury or damage.
The extended temperature capability makes this model particularly suitable for outdoor installations, heavy industry, and environments with extreme temperature fluctuations.
Typical Applications
- Conveyor belt emergency stop systems.
- Material handling and logistics installations.
- Mining, aggregates, and heavy industry.
- Outdoor or extreme-temperature industrial environments.
- Packaging and production lines.
- OEM machinery safety integration.
Technical Specifications
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| Connection | Cable entry PG13.5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Device Type | Rope-pull switch | |
| Product Series | Pizzato FD | |
| Current | 6 A | |
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Contacts | 1NO + 1NC | |
| Safety Switch Type | Rope pull switch | |
| Housing Material | Metal | |
| Series | FD Series | |
| Product type | Rope safety switch | |
| Contact configuration | 1 NO + 1 NC | |
| Contact type | Slow action, positive opening | |
| Rated voltage | up to 250 V AC | |
| Rated current | up to 6 A | |
| Protection rating | IP67 | |
| Housing material | Metal | |
| Actuator type | Longitudinal rope without reset | |
| Electrical connection | PG13.5 conduit entry | |
| Operating temperature | -40°C to +80°C | |
| Mechanical durability | approx. 1,000,000 cycles | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FD1879-T6 used for?
This is a rope-operated safety switch used to stop machinery when a safety rope is pulled along conveyors or large industrial systems.
What makes the T6 version different?
The T6 variant supports a wider temperature range, typically from -40°C to +80°C, making it suitable for harsh and outdoor environments.
What contact configuration does this switch have?
It features 1 normally open and 1 normally closed contact with positive opening for safety circuits.
Is this switch suitable for harsh environments?
Yes, the metal housing and IP67 protection rating make it suitable for demanding industrial conditions.
Does it require manual reset?
No, this model is designed without reset for immediate stop functionality when the rope is actuated.
Trusted by Industrial Safety Engineers
Pizzato rope safety switches are widely trusted by engineers and OEM machine builders for delivering reliable emergency stop functionality across conveyors and industrial machinery.
