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FM 3496-L5M2 Pizzato Safety switch for hinged doors
Pizzato FM 3496-L5M2 hinged door safety switch with metal housing, 2NC slow-action contacts and positive opening operation for industrial machine guarding applications.
£21.81
Why Choose the Pizzato FM 3496-L5M2 Safety Switch?
The Pizzato FM 3496-L5M2 is a robust safety switch for hinged doors designed to monitor access points and protective guards on industrial machinery. Part of the trusted Pizzato FM series safety switch range, it provides reliable position monitoring and positive opening operation to help protect operators in automated production environments.
This safety switch is engineered for applications where machine access doors, covers or guards must be monitored to ensure safe operation. Its metal housing and high protection rating make it suitable for demanding industrial environments where durability and dependable switching performance are required.
The FM 3496-L5M2 features a hinged-door safety switch design with a slow-action contact block configuration and positive opening contacts, providing a dependable safety solution for machinery protection systems.
Key Advantages
- Reliable safety switch designed for hinged machine doors.
- Metal housing construction for demanding industrial applications.
- Positive opening contacts improve safety circuit reliability.
- IP67 and IP69K protection for harsh operating environments.
- Compact design suitable for machinery safety applications.
- Compatible with industrial safety circuits and machine guarding systems.
Key Features
- Pizzato FM series safety switch.
- Safety switch for hinged doors.
- Metal housing.
- 2NC slow-action contact block.
- Standard actuator head with actuator hole.
- Positive opening operation.
- PG 13.5 threaded conduit entry.
- IP67 protection according to EN 60529.
- IP69K protection according to ISO 20653.
Reliable Machine Guard Monitoring
Safety switches such as the Pizzato FM 3496-L5M2 provide an essential safety interface between machine guards and control systems. By monitoring the position of hinged doors and protective covers, they help prevent machinery operation when access points are open.
The FM series combines robust mechanical construction with reliable contact technology, making these switches suitable for industrial machinery where operator protection and dependable safety monitoring are essential.
Typical Applications
- Industrial machinery safety guarding.
- Hinged door and access panel monitoring.
- Production and assembly machines.
- Packaging and processing equipment.
- Automation systems and machine cells.
- Electrical and mechanical safety circuits.
Technical Specifications
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| Connection | Cable entry PG13.5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Product Series | Pizzato FM | |
| Device Type | Hinge switch | |
| Contacts | 2NC | |
| IP Rating | IP67, IP69K | |
| Safety Switch Type | Hinge switch | |
| Housing Material | Metal | |
| Manufacturer | Pizzato Elettrica | |
| Series | FM Series Safety Switches | |
| Model | FM 3496-L5M2 | |
| Product type | Safety switch for hinged doors | |
| Housing material | Metal | |
| Contact configuration | 2NC slow action | |
| Contact block | B34 | |
| Head type | Actuator with hole | |
| Positive opening | Yes | |
| Protection rating | IP67 / IP69K | |
| Cable entry | PG 13.5 threaded conduit entry | |
| Application | Machine guard and hinged door monitoring | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FM 3496-L5M2 used for?
The Pizzato FM 3496-L5M2 is used to monitor hinged machine doors and safety guards, ensuring machinery safety systems can detect open access points.
What type of contact configuration does this safety switch have?
The FM 3496-L5M2 uses a 2NC slow-action contact block configuration.
What protection rating does the FM 3496-L5M2 provide?
The switch provides IP67 protection according to EN 60529 and IP69K protection according to ISO 20653.
Does the switch provide positive opening operation?
Yes, the FM 3496-L5M2 features positive opening contacts for safety circuit applications.
Where is the FM 3496-L5M2 typically installed?
The switch is typically installed on hinged doors, guards and access points of industrial machinery and automation equipment.
Trusted by Machine Safety Professionals Worldwide
Pizzato FM series safety switches are widely used by machine builders and automation engineers to provide reliable guard monitoring and dependable protection for industrial machinery.
