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FP 3099-F7M2 Pizzato Safety switch with lock and separate actuator
Pizzato FP 3099-F7M2 is an IP67 glass-reinforced technopolymer safety switch with mechanical guard locking, a separate F7 actuator and an M20 × 1.5 threaded conduit entry for industrial machine-guard monitoring.
£35.15
Why Choose the Pizzato FP 3099-F7M2 Safety Switch with Lock and Separate Actuator?
The Pizzato FP 3099-F7M2 is an industrial safety switch with lock and separate actuator designed for monitoring and mechanically controlling access through movable machine guards. Part of the Pizzato FP Series, it provides a robust mechanical interlocking solution for machine builders requiring dependable guard-position and locking supervision.
The separate-actuator principle allows the switch body to remain fixed to the machine while the actuator is mounted on the movable guard. When the guard is closed, the actuator engages with the switch head, allowing the safety contacts and locking mechanism to provide guard-status information to an appropriately designed safety control system.
The F7 configuration identifies the actuator arrangement for this model, while the M2 configuration provides an M20 × 1.5 threaded conduit entry. The FP Series uses a robust glass-reinforced technopolymer enclosure and provides IP67 protection, making the FP 3099-F7M2 suitable for demanding industrial machine installations.
Key Advantages
- Combines guard locking and position monitoring in one mechanical safety switch.
- Separate-actuator design is suitable for movable industrial machine guards.
- F7 actuator configuration provides a dedicated mechanical interface for the guard.
- Positive-opening safety operation supports dependable circuit interruption.
- IP67 enclosure protection suits demanding industrial environments.
- M20 × 1.5 threaded conduit entry simplifies integration with metric machine wiring systems.
Key Features
- Pizzato FP Series safety switch.
- Safety switch with lock and separate actuator.
- Mechanical guard locking and position monitoring.
- F7 actuator configuration.
- Positive-opening safety contacts.
- Glass-reinforced technopolymer housing.
- IP67 protection rating.
- Single M20 × 1.5 threaded conduit entry.
- Designed for machine-guard and industrial automation applications.
Reliable Guard Locking for Industrial Machinery
The Pizzato FP 3099-F7M2 is intended for machinery where access through a movable protective guard must be monitored and mechanically controlled. The separate actuator engages with the switch when the guard reaches its closed position, enabling the interlocking mechanism and safety contacts to communicate guard status to the machine safety system.
Its positive-opening operating principle provides robust mechanical switching, while the IP67 technopolymer enclosure supports installation in demanding production environments. The F7 actuator configuration and M20 threaded cable entry make this model a practical option for industrial machinery requiring a specific guard geometry and metric wiring connection.
Typical Applications
- Industrial machine guard doors and access panels.
- Packaging and production machinery.
- Conveyors and material handling systems.
- Automated manufacturing cells.
- Machine tools and processing equipment.
- Hinged and sliding guards requiring controlled access.
Technical Specifications
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| Housing Material | Technopolymer | |
|---|---|---|
| Device Type | Guard-locking switch | |
| Product Series | Pizzato FP | |
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Safety Switch Type | Tongue interlock | |
| Manufacturer | Pizzato Elettrica | |
| Series | FP Series | |
| Model | FP 3099-F7M2 | |
| Product type | Safety switch with lock and separate actuator | |
| Function | Guard locking and position monitoring | |
| Actuation | Mechanical separate actuator | |
| Actuator configuration | F7 | |
| Positive opening | Yes | |
| Housing material | Glass-reinforced technopolymer | |
| Protection rating | IP67 | |
| Conduit entry | 1 × M20 × 1.5 threaded entry | |
| Mounting type | Machine guard / surface mounting | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FP 3099-F7M2 used for?
The FP 3099-F7M2 is a safety switch with lock and separate actuator designed for monitoring and mechanically controlling access through movable guards on industrial machinery.
What type of actuator does the FP 3099-F7M2 use?
This model uses the F7 actuator configuration, providing the mechanical interface between the movable machine guard and the safety switch.
What does M2 indicate on the Pizzato FP 3099-F7M2?
The M2 configuration identifies an M20 × 1.5 threaded conduit entry for connecting the switch to the machine wiring system.
Does the FP 3099-F7M2 provide positive-opening operation?
Yes. The switch incorporates positive-opening safety operation, providing direct mechanical opening of the relevant safety contacts.
What is the protection rating of the Pizzato FP 3099-F7M2?
The FP 3099-F7M2 provides IP67 enclosure protection, making it suitable for demanding industrial environments when correctly installed.
Where can the Pizzato FP 3099-F7M2 be used?
The switch is suitable for machine guards, access doors and protective panels on production machinery, conveyors, automated equipment, machine tools and other industrial systems requiring mechanical guard interlocking.
Trusted by Machine Builders Worldwide
Pizzato safety switches are widely specified by machine builders, automation engineers and system integrators for dependable guard monitoring, mechanical interlocking and controlled access across industrial machinery and automated production equipment.
