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FR 2196-L6 Pizzato Safety switch for hinged doors
Pizzato FR2196-L6 safety interlock switch for hinged doors with 3NC contacts, designed for machine guarding and operator protection in industrial automation systems.
£20.24
Why Choose the Pizzato FR2196-L6 Safety Switch?
The Pizzato FR2196-L6 is a robust industrial safety interlock switch designed for monitoring hinged machine guard doors in automation systems and industrial machinery. As part of the established Pizzato FR2196 safety switch series, it provides reliable guard position detection for safety-critical applications.
This safety switch ensures machinery cannot operate when protective guards are open, helping protect operators from hazardous movement and supporting compliance with modern machine safety standards. Its durable technopolymer housing and precision contact system deliver consistent performance in demanding industrial environments.
With a hinge-actuated design and high IP67 / IP69K protection rating, the FR2196-L6 is suitable for production machinery, packaging systems, conveyors, and automated equipment requiring reliable guard monitoring.
Key Advantages
- Reliable machine guard interlock switching for industrial safety systems.
- Designed for operator protection and hazard prevention.
- Hinged-door actuation for direct mechanical switching.
- High mechanical durability for long service life.
- Compatible with safety relays and PLC-based safety circuits.
- Compact and rugged industrial design.
Key Features
- Pizzato FR2196 safety switch series.
- Model: FR2196-L6.
- Safety switch for hinged doors.
- Contact configuration: 3NC slow action. {index=1}
- Positive opening safety contacts. {index=1}
- Technopolymer reinforced housing.
- PG13.5 threaded conduit entry. {index=1}
- IP67 / IP69K protection rating for harsh environments. {index=1}
- Direct hinge-actuated switching mechanism. {index=1}
Reliable Safety Control in Industrial Automation
Safety interlock switches such as the Pizzato FR2196-L6 are used to ensure machinery only operates when hinged protective guards are fully closed. When the guard is opened, the mechanism actuates the switch, immediately triggering the safety circuit and stopping machine operation to prevent operator exposure to hazardous motion.
The FR2196 series is widely used in industrial automation environments where reliable guard monitoring and consistent switching performance are essential for operator safety and machine protection. {index=2}
Typical Applications
- Industrial machine guarding systems.
- Automated production and assembly lines.
- Packaging machinery and conveyor systems.
- Robotic safety enclosures and cells.
- Food and beverage processing equipment.
- OEM machinery and factory automation systems.
Technical Specifications
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| Housing Material | Technopolymer | |
|---|---|---|
| Connection | Cable entry PG13.5 | |
| Product Series | Pizzato FR | |
| Device Type | Guard-locking switch | |
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Contacts | 3NC | |
| Safety Switch Type | Hinge switch | |
| Series | FR2196 Safety Switches | |
| Product type | Safety interlock switch for hinged doors | |
| Contact configuration | 3NC (slow action) | |
| Actuation type | Hinged door actuator | |
| Housing material | Glass fibre reinforced technopolymer | |
| Cable entry | PG13.5 | |
| Protection rating | IP67 / IP69K | |
| Operating temperature | -25°C to +80°C | |
| Positive opening | Yes | |
| Mechanical lifespan | Up to 1 million operations | |
| Mounting | Direct hinge-mounted installation | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FR2196-L6 used for?
It is used to monitor hinged machine guard doors and ensure machinery stops when the guard is opened.
Is the FR2196-L6 suitable for industrial environments?
Yes, it is designed with IP67/IP69K protection and a rugged technopolymer housing for demanding industrial conditions.
What type of actuator does it use?
It uses a hinged-door actuator designed for direct mechanical actuation.
What is the contact configuration?
It typically uses a 3NC slow-action contact configuration.
Where is it installed?
It is typically installed directly on hinged machine guard doors in industrial equipment.
Trusted in Industrial Safety Applications Worldwide
Pizzato safety switches are widely used in industrial automation systems to ensure reliable machine guarding, operator protection, and compliance with global machine safety standards.
