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FL 979-T6 Pizzato Rope safety switch without reset for simple stop
Pizzato FL979-T6 rope safety switch with reset for emergency stop applications, featuring 2 NC slow-action contacts, positive opening operation, metal housing and IP67 protection.
£18.97
Why Choose the Pizzato FL979-T6 Rope Safety Switch?
The Pizzato FL979-T6 is a robust industrial rope safety switch with reset for emergency stop applications, designed to provide dependable emergency stopping capability across conveyors, automated machinery and industrial production systems. Manufactured by Pizzato Elettrica, this heavy-duty safety switch delivers reliable operation in demanding industrial environments where rapid machine shutdown functionality is essential.
Part of the trusted Pizzato FL series, the FL979-T6 features a rugged metal housing, positive opening safety contacts and durable industrial construction for long operational life. The switch is specifically engineered for rope-pull emergency stop systems, allowing machinery to be stopped quickly from any point along the installed rope line to improve operator safety and machine protection.
With its industrial-grade design, IP67 protection rating and reliable slow-action contact mechanism, the FL979-T6 is suitable for harsh operating environments involving vibration, dust, moisture and continuous industrial duty cycles. It is widely used by OEM machine builders, automation engineers and industrial safety specialists.
Key Advantages
- Reliable rope safety switch with emergency stop reset.
- Heavy-duty metal housing construction for industrial environments.
- Positive opening safety contacts for enhanced machine protection.
- Suitable for conveyor and machinery emergency stop systems.
- IP67 protection rating for demanding operating conditions.
- Long mechanical endurance for repetitive industrial operation.
Key Features
- Pizzato FL series rope safety switch.
- Emergency stop rope-pull operation with manual reset.
- 2 NC slow-action contacts.
- Positive opening contact operation.
- Rugged metal enclosure for harsh environments.
- Three threaded PG13.5 conduit entries.
- Industrial screw terminal electrical connection.
- Designed for machine safety and conveyor protection systems.
Reliable Emergency Stop Protection for Industrial Machinery
Rope safety switches are essential safety devices used on conveyors, production lines and industrial machinery where operators require rapid access to emergency stop functionality along extended machine sections. The Pizzato FL979-T6 allows machinery to be stopped quickly by pulling the connected safety rope from any position along the installation.
Its rugged industrial construction ensures dependable operation in demanding factory environments where machinery is exposed to vibration, repetitive movement and environmental contaminants. The FL series is widely trusted across industrial automation, material handling and manufacturing sectors for reliable emergency stop protection.
Typical Applications
- Conveyor emergency stop systems.
- Industrial production lines.
- Material handling equipment.
- Packaging and processing machinery.
- OEM machine building applications.
- Industrial automation safety systems.
Technical Specifications
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| Connection | Screw terminals | |
|---|---|---|
| Device Type | Rope-pull switch | |
| Product Series | Pizzato FL | |
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Contacts | 2NC | |
| Safety Switch Type | Rope pull switch | |
| Housing Material | Metal | |
| Series | FL Series | |
| Product type | Rope safety switch with reset for emergency stop | |
| Housing material | Metal | |
| Contact configuration | 2 NC slow action | |
| Positive opening contacts | Yes | |
| Protection rating | IP67 according to EN 60529 | |
| Conduit entries | 3 × PG13.5 | |
| Electrical connection | Screw terminals | |
| Operating temperature | Approx. -25 °C to +80 °C | |
| Mechanical durability | Approx. 1,000,000 operations | |
| Head type | Longitudinal rope head with reset | |
| Application category | Emergency stop and machine safety | |
| Line length | Up to approx. 18 m single-sided installation | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FL979-T6 used for?
The FL979-T6 is used as a rope-operated emergency stop safety switch for conveyors, industrial machinery and automation systems.
Does this switch include a manual reset function?
Yes, the switch includes a reset mechanism that allows the emergency stop circuit to be manually reset after activation.
What contact configuration does the FL979-T6 use?
The switch uses 2 NC slow-action contacts with positive opening operation for industrial safety applications.
What protection rating does this switch provide?
The FL979-T6 provides an IP67 protection rating for resistance against dust and moisture ingress.
Where is the FL979-T6 commonly installed?
The switch is commonly installed on conveyors, material handling systems, production lines and industrial machinery requiring emergency stop protection.
Trusted by Industrial Automation Engineers Worldwide
Pizzato rope safety switches are trusted worldwide by machine builders and industrial automation professionals for dependable emergency stop protection, rugged construction and reliable industrial safety performance.
