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FP 2999 Pizzato Safety switch with lock and separate actuator
Pizzato FP2999 safety switch with lock and separate actuator featuring IP67 protection, positive opening contacts and technopolymer housing for industrial machine safety.
£31.64
Why Choose the Pizzato FP2999 Safety Switch?
The Pizzato FP2999 is a robust safety switch with lock and separate actuator, designed for secure machine guarding and reliable access control in industrial automation systems. As part of the durable Pizzato FP series, it provides dependable protection by preventing access to hazardous areas while machinery is in operation.
This model features a mechanical locking mechanism combined with a separate actuator, ensuring that safety guards are properly closed and monitored. The locking function maintains the guard in position until safe conditions are achieved, improving both operator safety and system integrity.
With a glass-reinforced technopolymer housing, IP67 protection rating, and positive opening safety contacts, the FP2999 is engineered for demanding industrial environments. Its rugged design and precise switching make it suitable for continuous-duty safety applications.
Key Advantages
- Reliable safety switch with locking function for machine protection.
- 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 for harsh conditions.
- Suitable for integration into industrial safety circuits.
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.
- Glass-reinforced technopolymer housing.
- Single PG 13.5 conduit entry.
- IP67 protection rating.
Reliable Guard Locking for Industrial Safety
Safety switches such as the FP2999 are essential components in industrial safety systems. They ensure that machine guards remain closed and locked during operation, preventing accidental access and reducing the risk of injury.
The combination of a locking mechanism and separate actuator provides high integrity in safety circuits, ensuring reliable operation and preventing bypassing 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 PG13.5 | |
| Device Type | Guard-locking switch | |
| Product Series | Pizzato FP | |
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Contacts | 3NC | |
| Safety Switch Type | Tongue interlock | |
| Series | FP Series | |
| Product type | Safety switch with lock and separate actuator | |
| Contact configuration | 2 NC (lock) + 1 NC (actuator) | |
| Positive opening | Yes | |
| Housing material | Glass-reinforced technopolymer | |
| Protection rating | IP67 | |
| Cable entry | PG 13.5 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 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 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 housing, making it suitable 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 safety guards 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.
