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FK 3493-D2XM1 Pizzato Safety switch with separate actuator
Pizzato FK 3493-D2XM1 is a technopolymer safety switch with separate actuator, 2NC slow-action positive-opening contacts, external stainless-steel components and IP67/IP69K protection for industrial machine guard monitoring.
£20.21
Why Choose the Pizzato FK 3493-D2XM1 Safety Switch with Separate Actuator?
The Pizzato FK 3493-D2XM1 is a robust safety switch with separate actuator designed for reliable monitoring of movable guards, doors and access points on industrial machinery. Part of the Pizzato FK series, it combines compact technopolymer construction with positive-opening safety contacts for dependable integration into machine safety circuits.
The FK 3493 family uses a B34 contact block with 2NC slow-action contacts, providing two normally closed channels suitable for safety-related guard monitoring. Withdrawal of the separate actuator mechanically operates the switch contacts, enabling the machine control system to detect when a protected guard has been opened.
The FK 3493-D2XM1 configuration combines the D2 separate actuator arrangement with the XM1 version for applications requiring external stainless-steel components. The FK platform provides high environmental protection, including IP67 according to EN 60529 and IP69K according to ISO 20653, supporting dependable operation in demanding industrial installations.
Key Advantages
- Reliable separate-actuator safety switch for machine guard monitoring.
- 2NC slow-action safety contacts for dependable safety-circuit operation.
- Positive-opening contact operation for mechanical interruption of safety contacts.
- Compact and durable technopolymer FK-series housing.
- XM1 configuration incorporates external stainless-steel components.
- IP67 and IP69K protection for demanding industrial environments.
Key Features
- Pizzato FK series safety switch.
- Separate mechanical actuator operating principle.
- B34 contact block.
- 2NC slow-action contacts.
- Positive-opening safety contact operation.
- Technopolymer switch housing.
- External stainless-steel components in the XM1 configuration.
- Designed for industrial machine guards, doors and access panels.
Reliable Safety Monitoring for Machine Guards
Separate-actuator safety switches are designed to monitor movable guards by mounting the switch body to the fixed machine structure and the actuator to the movable door or guard. When the guard is closed, the actuator engages the switch head; opening the guard withdraws the actuator and mechanically changes the state of the safety contacts.
With its two normally closed slow-action contacts and positive-opening mechanism, the Pizzato FK 3493-D2XM1 provides a dependable electromechanical solution for guard-position monitoring. Its compact FK-series construction and high environmental protection make it particularly suitable for industrial machinery and automated production equipment.
Typical Applications
- Industrial machine safety doors.
- Hinged, sliding and removable guards.
- Packaging and processing machinery.
- Automated assembly and production equipment.
- Conveyor and material handling systems.
- OEM machinery and industrial automation systems.
Technical Specifications
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| Housing Material | Technopolymer | |
|---|---|---|
| Device Type | Guard-locking switch | |
| Product Series | Pizzato FK | |
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Safety Switch Type | Tongue interlock | |
| Manufacturer | Pizzato | |
| Series | FK Series | |
| Model | FK 3493-D2XM1 | |
| SKU | FK3493-D2XM1 | |
| Product type | Safety switch with separate actuator | |
| Housing material | Technopolymer | |
| Contact block | B34 | |
| Electrical contacts | 2NC | |
| Contact operation | Slow action | |
| Positive opening | Yes | |
| Head type | Separate actuator | |
| Version | XM1 external stainless-steel components | |
| Protection rating | IP67 according to EN 60529 | |
| High-pressure protection | IP69K according to ISO 20653 | |
| Safety application | Machine guard and access-door monitoring | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FK 3493-D2XM1 used for?
The Pizzato FK 3493-D2XM1 is designed to monitor movable machine guards, doors and access panels as part of an industrial machine safety system.
What contact configuration does the FK 3493-D2XM1 use?
The switch uses a B34 contact block with 2NC slow-action contacts.
Does the FK 3493-D2XM1 provide positive-opening operation?
Yes. The switch provides positive-opening operation to mechanically open the safety contacts when the separate actuator is withdrawn.
What protection rating does the FK 3493-D2XM1 provide?
The FK series provides IP67 protection according to EN 60529 and IP69K protection according to ISO 20653.
What does the XM1 configuration provide?
The XM1 configuration uses external stainless-steel components, providing a robust solution for industrial applications requiring enhanced resistance of exposed components.
Trusted by Industrial Machine Builders
Pizzato safety switches are widely used by industrial automation engineers and machine builders for dependable mechanical guard monitoring, positive-opening safety switching and robust operation in demanding machinery applications.
