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FR 2196-K40 Pizzato Safety switch for hinged doors
Pizzato FR2196-K40 safety switch for hinged doors with 1 NO + 2 NC contacts, positive opening mechanism and IP67/IP69K protection for industrial machine safety.
£34.23
Why Choose the Pizzato FR2196-K40 Safety Limit Switch?
The Pizzato FR2196-K40 is a heavy-duty safety switch for hinged doors, designed for reliable guard monitoring and machine safety in industrial automation systems. As part of the robust Pizzato FR2196 series, it delivers dependable switching performance in safety-critical environments.
This model features a hinge-operated actuator design, allowing direct installation onto machine guards and access doors. It ensures precise position detection, preventing machinery operation when guards are open and enhancing operator safety.
Built with a durable technopolymer housing and equipped with positive opening safety contacts, the FR2196-K40 guarantees secure mechanical disconnection and compliance with industrial safety standards.
Key Advantages
- Reliable safety switch for hinged doors in industrial machinery.
- Positive opening NC contacts for enhanced safety performance.
- Direct mounting for accurate and consistent guard monitoring.
- Durable technopolymer housing for long service life.
- High mechanical durability for continuous operation.
- Suitable for safety interlocking and control circuits.
Key Features
- Pizzato FR2196 series safety switch.
- 1 NO + 2 NC contact configuration.
- Slow-action switching mechanism.
- Positive opening safety contacts.
- Hinge-mounted actuator design.
- IP67 and IP69K protection rating.
- PG13.5 threaded conduit entry.
- Available variants with multiple connection and actuator options.
Reliable Door Monitoring for Machine Safety
The FR2196-K40 is specifically designed to monitor hinged guards and access doors in industrial machinery. When a guard is opened, the switch immediately interrupts the control circuit, preventing hazardous machine operation and protecting personnel.
Its robust construction and high ingress protection rating make it suitable for demanding environments such as manufacturing, packaging and material handling systems where reliability is essential.
Typical Applications
- Hinged guard and door safety interlocking systems.
- Industrial automation and machinery safety circuits.
- Packaging and processing equipment.
- Conveyor and material handling systems.
- Robotics and automated production lines.
- OEM machinery requiring safety compliance.
Technical Specifications
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| Housing Material | Technopolymer | |
|---|---|---|
| Connection | Cable entry PG13.5 | |
| Device Type | Hinge switch | |
| Product Series | Pizzato FR | |
| Current | 10 A | |
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Contacts | 1NO + 2NC | |
| Safety Switch Type | Hinge switch | |
| Series | FR2196 | |
| Product type | Safety switch for hinged doors | |
| Contact configuration | 1 NO + 2 NC | |
| Contact type | Slow action with positive opening | |
| Rated voltage | up to 400 V AC | |
| Rated current | up to 6–10 A | |
| Protection rating | IP67 / IP69K | |
| Housing material | Technopolymer | |
| Connection type | PG13.5 conduit entry | |
| Mechanical durability | approx. 1,000,000 cycles | |
| Operating temperature | approx. -25°C to +80°C | |
| Actuator type | Hinge-operated actuator | |
| Standards | EN 60947-5-1, EN ISO 13849-1 | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FR2196-K40 used for?
This safety switch is used to monitor hinged doors and guards, ensuring machinery cannot operate when access points are open.
What contact configuration does it have?
The FR2196-K40 features 1 normally open (NO) and 2 normally closed (NC) contacts.
Is it suitable for safety applications?
Yes, it includes positive opening contacts, making it suitable for safety-critical applications.
What protection rating does the switch offer?
The switch provides IP67 and IP69K protection, ensuring resistance to dust, water and high-pressure cleaning environments.
Where is this switch typically installed?
It is mounted directly on hinged machine guards or doors for accurate position detection and safety control.
Trusted by Machine Builders Worldwide
Pizzato FR2196 safety switches are trusted by engineers and OEM manufacturers for reliable guard monitoring, safety compliance and durable performance in industrial automation environments.
