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FM 996-K80 Pizzato Safety switch for hinged doors
Pizzato FM996-K80 safety switch for hinged doors with metal housing and IP67 protection, designed for industrial machine guarding and safety interlocking.
£26.59
Why Choose the Pizzato FM996-K80 Safety Switch for Hinged Doors?
The Pizzato FM996-K80 is a robust and reliable safety switch for hinged doors, designed to monitor guard positions and ensure safe machine operation in industrial environments. As part of the established Pizzato FM series, it provides dependable interlocking functionality for machinery safety systems.
Constructed with a durable metal housing, the FM996-K80 is engineered for long service life in demanding industrial conditions. Its compact design and actuator with hole configuration make it ideal for standard hinged guard applications requiring consistent and accurate position detection.
This safety switch is designed for use in machine guarding applications, ensuring that equipment cannot operate when safety doors are open. With a high IP67 protection rating and multiple configuration options available across the FM series, it is well suited to harsh industrial environments.
Key Advantages
- Reliable safety monitoring of hinged guards and doors.
- Durable metal housing for industrial environments.
- Designed for machine interlocking and safety circuits.
- IP67 protection rating for dust and water resistance.
- Flexible installation for a wide range of machinery.
- Proven reliability from the Pizzato FM safety range.
Key Features
- Pizzato FM series safety switch.
- Safety switch for hinged doors.
- Actuator with hole (standard hinged actuator).
- Metal housing construction.
- IP67 environmental protection.
- Available with multiple contact block configurations (series dependent).
- Compatible with industrial safety control systems.
- Designed for long service life in demanding applications.
Reliable Guard Monitoring for Industrial Safety
Safety switches such as the FM996-K80 are essential for ensuring that hazardous machinery cannot operate when protective guards or doors are open. This improves operator safety and helps maintain compliance with industrial safety standards.
The FM series is widely used across industrial automation for its durability and flexibility, with multiple variants available to suit different safety circuit requirements and installation configurations.
Typical Applications
- Safety guarding for industrial machinery.
- Hinged door monitoring in automation systems.
- Packaging and production equipment.
- Machine interlocking and safety circuits.
- Conveyor and processing systems.
- General industrial safety applications.
Technical Specifications
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| Device Type | Hinge switch | |
|---|---|---|
| Connection | Cable entry PG13.5 | |
| Product Series | Pizzato FM | |
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Safety Switch Type | Hinge switch | |
| Housing Material | Metal | |
| Series | FM Series | |
| Product type | Safety switch for hinged doors | |
| Function | Guard monitoring and safety interlocking | |
| Housing material | Metal | |
| Protection rating | IP67 | |
| Cable entry | PG13.5 or M20 variants available (series dependent) | |
| Mounting | Surface mounting on guards or machine frames | |
| Application | Industrial safety and signalling | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FM996-K80 used for?
It is used to monitor hinged safety guards and ensure machines only operate when guards are securely closed.
What type of applications is this switch designed for?
The FM996-K80 is designed for industrial machinery safety, particularly for hinged guard and door monitoring.
Is the FM996-K80 suitable for harsh environments?
Yes, it features a durable metal housing and IP67 protection rating, making it suitable for demanding industrial conditions.
What mounting method is used?
The switch is typically surface-mounted onto machine guards or structural frames.
Does this switch support safety interlocking?
Yes, it is designed specifically for safety interlocking to prevent machine operation when guards are open.
Trusted by Industrial Safety Engineers
Pizzato safety switches are widely trusted for reliable guard monitoring, helping ensure safe operation of machinery and compliance with industrial safety standards.
