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FD 2193-F8M2T6 Pizzato Safety switch with separate actuator
Pizzato FD 2193-F8M2T6 is an IP67 metal safety switch with F8 universal separate actuator, 3 NC slow-action positive-opening contacts, M20 x 1.5 conduit entry and an extended -40 to +80 °C operating temperature range for industrial machine-guard monitoring.
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Why Choose the Pizzato FD 2193-F8M2T6 Safety Switch?
The Pizzato FD 2193-F8M2T6 is an industrial safety switch with separate actuator designed for dependable monitoring of movable machine guards, doors and access points. Part of the robust Pizzato FD series, it uses a mechanically operated separate actuator to detect whether a guard is correctly closed and enable a safety-related control system to respond when the guard is opened.
This configuration incorporates a 3 NC slow-action contact block with positive-opening operation, providing three normally closed contacts for integration into machine safety circuits. The F8 universal actuator provides installation flexibility where alignment or guard movement requires a versatile actuator arrangement, while the metal FD-series housing offers high mechanical durability for industrial machinery.
The T6 low-temperature version extends the ambient operating range down to -40 °C, with operation up to +80 °C, making the FD 2193-F8M2T6 particularly suitable for machinery installed in cold environments. It also features a standard M20 × 1.5 threaded conduit entry and IP67 protection for dependable installation in demanding industrial environments.
Key Advantages
- Purpose-designed safety switch with separate actuator for machine-guard monitoring.
- 3 NC slow-action contacts provide dependable safety-circuit switching.
- Positive-opening operation supports safety-related machine applications.
- F8 universal actuator provides flexibility for different guard arrangements.
- T6 low-temperature version operates from -40 to +80 °C.
- Robust powder-coated metal housing for industrial environments.
- IP67 protection against dust and water ingress when correctly installed.
- Standard M20 × 1.5 threaded conduit entry simplifies cable installation.
Key Features
- Pizzato FD series safety switch.
- Separate-actuator safety interlocking principle.
- 3 NC contact configuration.
- Slow-action switching mechanism.
- Positive-opening NC safety contacts.
- F8 universal actuator.
- T6 extended-temperature option.
- Ambient operating temperature of -40 to +80 °C.
- Metal housing with powder-coated finish.
- 1 × M20 × 1.5 threaded conduit entry.
- IP67 protection according to EN 60529.
- Mechanical interlock classified as Type 1 according to EN ISO 14119.
- Suitable for safety-related machine-guard monitoring.
Reliable Guard Monitoring in Demanding Industrial Environments
Separate-actuator safety switches provide mechanical monitoring of movable guards by using an actuator mounted on the guard and a switch body mounted on the fixed machine structure. When the guard opens, the actuator is withdrawn from the Pizzato FD 2193-F8M2T6 and its positive-opening NC contacts change state, allowing a correctly designed safety control system to initiate the required machine stop or inhibit hazardous operation.
The combination of 3 NC slow-action contacts, a universal F8 actuator and the extended -40 to +80 °C T6 operating range makes this configuration particularly useful for demanding machinery and cold-environment applications. Its metal enclosure and IP67 protection provide additional durability for industrial automation, material handling and machine-guarding systems.
Typical Applications
- Industrial machine guard monitoring.
- Safety doors and access gates.
- Machinery operating in low-temperature environments.
- Automated production and assembly lines.
- Packaging and processing machinery.
- Conveyor and material-handling systems.
- Robotic cells and automated manufacturing equipment.
- Machine tools and enclosed production equipment.
Technical Specifications
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| Connection | Cable entry M20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Device Type | Guard-locking switch | |
| Product Series | Pizzato FD | |
| Contacts | 3NC | |
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Safety Switch Type | Tongue interlock | |
| Housing Material | Metal | |
| Manufacturer | Pizzato Elettrica | |
| Series | FD | |
| Model | FD 2193-F8M2T6 | |
| Product type | Safety switch with separate actuator | |
| Housing | Metal, powder-coated | |
| Contact configuration | 3 NC | |
| Contact operation | Slow action | |
| Positive opening | Yes | |
| Actuator | F8 universal actuator | |
| Mechanical interlock | Type 1 according to EN ISO 14119 | |
| Cable entry | 1 × M20 × 1.5 threaded conduit entry | |
| Temperature version | T6 extended low-temperature version | |
| Ambient operating temperature | -40 to +80 °C | |
| Protection rating | IP67 according to EN 60529 | |
| Mounting position | Any | |
| Suitable for safety functions | Yes | |
| Standards | IEC 60947-5-1, EN 60947-5-1, EN 60947-1, EN 50041, IEC 60204-1, EN 60204-1, EN ISO 14119, EN ISO 12100, IEC 60529, EN 60529 | |
| EAN | 8018851588204 | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FD 2193-F8M2T6 used for?
The FD 2193-F8M2T6 is a safety switch with separate actuator designed to monitor movable machine guards, safety doors and access points as part of an industrial machine-safety system.
What contact configuration does the FD 2193-F8M2T6 have?
The switch has 3 NC slow-action contacts with positive-opening operation, providing three normally closed contacts for integration into suitable safety circuits.
What actuator is fitted to the Pizzato FD 2193-F8M2T6?
This configuration uses the F8 universal actuator, providing a versatile actuator arrangement for compatible movable machine guards and safety doors.
What does the T6 option mean on the FD 2193-F8M2T6?
The T6 option identifies the extended low-temperature version, allowing the switch to operate at ambient temperatures from -40 to +80 °C, compared with -25 to +80 °C for standard versions.
What protection rating does the Pizzato FD 2193-F8M2T6 provide?
The switch provides IP67 protection according to EN 60529 when installed with a cable gland of equal or higher protection rating, making it suitable for demanding industrial environments.
Trusted by Machine Safety and Automation Professionals
Pizzato Elettrica FD series safety switches provide robust mechanical guard monitoring for industrial machinery, combining positive-opening safety contacts, durable metal construction and specialised configurations such as the T6 extended-temperature option for demanding automation environments.
