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FP 2999-M2 Pizzato Safety switch with lock and separate actuator
Pizzato FP2999-M2 safety switch with lock and separate actuator featuring IP67 protection, positive opening contacts and technopolymer housing for industrial machine safety.
£31.47
Why Choose the Pizzato FP2999-M2 Safety Switch?
The Pizzato FP2999-M2 is a heavy-duty safety switch with lock and separate actuator, designed for secure machine guarding and reliable access control in industrial automation systems. As part of the robust Pizzato FP series, it ensures hazardous areas remain inaccessible while machinery is in operation.
This model features a mechanical locking mechanism combined with a separate coded actuator, providing accurate monitoring of guard position. The locking function ensures that safety guards remain closed until safe conditions are met, enhancing both operator protection and compliance with industrial safety standards.
Constructed with a glass-reinforced technopolymer housing, the FP2999-M2 offers excellent durability and IP67 protection for harsh environments. Its positive opening safety contacts ensure reliable disconnection in safety circuits, making it ideal for safety-critical applications.
Key Advantages
- High-reliability safety switch with locking function.
- Separate actuator design improves safety and prevents tampering.
- Positive opening contacts ensure safe disconnection.
- Durable construction for long service life in industrial environments.
- IP67 protection rating suitable for harsh industrial conditions.
- Compatible with industrial safety circuits and automation systems.
Key Features
- Pizzato FP series safety switch.
- Locking head with separate actuator.
- Contact configuration: 2 NC (lock) + 1 NC (actuator).
- Positive opening operation for safety compliance.
- M20 x 1.5 conduit entry for industrial wiring.
- IP67 protection rating.
- Designed for machine guarding and interlock systems.
Reliable Guard Locking for Industrial Safety
Safety switches such as the FP2999-M2 are essential in industrial automation systems. They ensure that machinery cannot be accessed while in operation by locking safety guards and monitoring their position, significantly reducing the risk of accidents.
The combination of a locking mechanism and separate actuator ensures high safety integrity, preventing bypassing and ensuring consistent protection in automated environments.
Typical Applications
- Machine guarding and safety interlock systems.
- Automated production lines and robotic cells.
- Packaging and processing machinery.
- Industrial safety doors and access control points.
- Conveyor systems and material handling equipment.
- OEM machinery and automation systems.
Technical Specifications
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| Housing Material | Technopolymer | |
|---|---|---|
| Connection | Cable entry M20 | |
| Product Series | Pizzato FP | |
| Device Type | Guard-locking switch | |
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Contacts | 3NC | |
| Safety Switch Type | Tongue interlock | |
| Series | FP Series | |
| Product type | Safety switch with lock and separate actuator | |
| Function | Guard locking and position monitoring | |
| Contact configuration | 2 NC (lock) + 1 NC (actuator) | |
| Positive opening | Yes | |
| Housing material | Glass-reinforced technopolymer | |
| Protection rating | IP67 | |
| Cable entry | M20 x 1.5 threaded entry | |
| Mounting type | Machine / panel mounting | |
| Operating temperature | approx. -25°C to +80°C | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FP2999-M2 used for?
This safety switch is used to monitor guard doors and prevent access to hazardous machinery during operation.
What type of contacts does the FP2999-M2 have?
It includes two normally closed contacts operated by the lock and one normally closed contact operated by the actuator.
Is this switch suitable for harsh environments?
Yes, it features an IP67 protection rating and durable construction for industrial environments.
What is positive opening in this switch?
Positive opening ensures that contacts are mechanically forced open, guaranteeing reliable disconnection in safety applications.
How is this switch installed?
It is mounted on machinery or guard doors and used with a separate actuator to monitor position and locking status.
Trusted by Industrial Safety Engineers
Pizzato FP series safety switches are trusted worldwide for their robust construction, reliable locking mechanisms and consistent performance in demanding industrial safety applications.
