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FP 1879-K70 Pizzato Rope safety switch without reset for simple stop
Pizzato FP1879-K70 rope safety switch without reset featuring 1 NO + 1 NC contacts, IP67 protection and durable technopolymer housing for conveyor and industrial safety applications.
£20.60
Why Choose the Pizzato FP1879-K70 Rope Safety Switch?
The Pizzato FP1879-K70 is a heavy-duty rope-operated safety switch without reset, designed for simple stop functionality across long industrial machinery and conveyor systems. As part of the rugged Pizzato FP1879 series, it enables rapid emergency stopping from any point along the rope, improving operator safety and machine protection.
This version is engineered for non-latching stop applications, meaning machinery can resume operation once the fault condition has been cleared. It is ideal for production environments where both safety and operational continuity are essential.
The FP1879-K70 features a 1 NO + 1 NC slow-action contact configuration with positive opening contacts, ensuring reliable disconnection in safety circuits. Its glass-reinforced technopolymer housing and IP67 protection rating provide durability in harsh industrial environments.
Key Advantages
- Rope-operated safety switch for long-distance machine protection.
- No reset function allows fast restart after hazard clearance.
- 1 NO + 1 NC contacts for control and feedback signalling.
- Positive opening contacts ensure dependable safety performance.
- IP67-rated enclosure for dust and moisture resistance.
- Designed for heavy-duty industrial applications.
Key Features
- Pizzato FP1879 rope safety switch series.
- Model: FP1879-K70
- Function: Rope-operated simple stop (no reset).
- Contact configuration: 1 NO + 1 NC slow action.
- Positive opening safety contacts.
- Actuator: Rope pull with tension monitoring.
- Longitudinal head design for extended installations.
- High mechanical durability for continuous operation.
Reliable Protection for Long Conveyor Systems
Rope-operated safety switches such as the FP1879-K70 are essential for safeguarding long machinery, including conveyors and production lines. By allowing activation from any point along the rope, they provide immediate emergency stop functionality and significantly reduce reaction time in hazardous situations.
The non-reset design supports simple stop applications, enabling faster system recovery once the issue is resolved. This makes the FP1879-K70 particularly suitable for high-throughput industrial environments where uptime is critical.
Typical Applications
- Conveyor belt systems and material handling lines.
- Packaging and processing machinery.
- Automated production lines.
- Mining, aggregates and heavy industry.
- Logistics and distribution systems.
- Industrial plants requiring accessible emergency stop control.
Technical Specifications
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| Housing Material | Technopolymer | |
|---|---|---|
| Device Type | Rope-pull switch | |
| Product Series | Pizzato FP | |
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Contacts | 1NO + 1NC | |
| Safety Switch Type | Rope pull switch | |
| Series | FP1879 | |
| Product type | Rope safety switch without reset | |
| Contact configuration | 1 NO + 1 NC | |
| Contact type | Slow action with positive opening | |
| Electrical rating | up to 250 V AC / 6 A | |
| Protection rating | IP67 | |
| Housing material | Glass-reinforced technopolymer | |
| Mechanical durability | approx. 1,000,000 cycles | |
| Operating temperature | approx. minus 25 to plus 80 °C | |
| Actuating force | approx. 90 N | |
| Rope length capability | up to approx. 18 m (single side) | |
| Mounting type | Surface mounting | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FP1879-K70 used for?
It is used as a rope-operated safety switch to stop machinery instantly along long conveyor or production systems.
Does this switch include a reset function?
No, this model operates without a reset function, allowing the system to restart once the stop condition is cleared.
What contact configuration does it have?
The switch features 1 normally open (NO) and 1 normally closed (NC) contacts.
Is it suitable for harsh industrial environments?
Yes, with an IP67 rating and durable housing, it is suitable for demanding industrial conditions.
How is the switch activated?
It is activated by pulling a rope installed along the machine, enabling emergency stop from multiple points.
Trusted by Industrial Safety Engineers
Pizzato rope safety switches are widely trusted for protecting long machinery installations, delivering reliable emergency stop functionality and consistent safety performance in industrial environments.
