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FR 2196-M2 Pizzato Safety switch for hinged doors
Pizzato FR2196-M2 safety hinge switch for industrial machine guarding, hinged door monitoring, and safety interlock applications.
£20.05
Why Choose the Pizzato FR2196-M2 Safety Hinge Switch?
The Pizzato FR2196-M2 is a high-performance safety hinge switch designed for reliable monitoring of hinged guards and protective doors in industrial machinery. Manufactured by Pizzato Elettrica, it ensures accurate position detection and dependable safety signalling in machine guarding systems where operator protection is essential.
As part of the robust FR series safety switch family, the FR2196-M2 is engineered for harsh industrial environments requiring high durability, consistent switching performance, and strong ingress protection. It is widely used in automation and OEM machinery to prevent hazardous operation when guards are opened.
With its integrated hinge-actuated mechanism and reinforced technopolymer housing, the FR2196-M2 delivers long service life and reliable operation even under continuous industrial use.
Key Advantages
- Reliable safety hinge switch for machine guarding systems.
- High durability for continuous industrial operation.
- IP67 / IP69K protection for harsh environments.
- Positive opening safety contacts for enhanced operator protection.
- Integrated hinge design for compact installation.
- Suitable for OEM automation and industrial safety applications.
Key Features
- Pizzato FR safety switch series.
- Model: FR2196-M2.
- Hinged guard actuation mechanism.
- Contact configuration: 3NC slow action.
- Technopolymer reinforced housing construction.
- M20x1.5 cable entry for secure industrial wiring.
- Positive opening safety function.
- Designed for continuous-duty industrial use.
Reliable Safety Performance for Machine Protection
The Pizzato FR2196-M2 is designed to detect the opening of hinged guards and immediately trigger safety circuits, ensuring machinery is safely stopped before access is possible. This helps prevent accidents during maintenance, setup, or operator intervention.
According to manufacturer and distributor specifications, the FR2196-M2 features high ingress protection (IP67/IP69K), robust mechanical endurance up to 1,000,000 cycles, and reliable performance in demanding industrial environments such as packaging machines, conveyors, and automated systems.
Typical Applications
- Industrial machine guarding systems.
- Hinged safety doors and access panels.
- Automation and robotic machinery.
- Packaging and processing equipment.
- Material handling systems.
- OEM machine design and integration.
Technical Specifications
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| Housing Material | Technopolymer | |
|---|---|---|
| Connection | Cable entry M20 | |
| Product Series | Pizzato FR | |
| Device Type | Hinge switch | |
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Contacts | 3NC | |
| Safety Switch Type | Hinge switch | |
| Series | FR Safety Switch Series | |
| Product type | Safety hinge switch | |
| Contact configuration | 3NC (slow action) | |
| Protection rating | IP67 / IP69K | |
| Housing material | Technopolymer | |
| Electrical rating | 6A / 250V AC | |
| Operating temperature | -25°C to +80°C | |
| Cable entry | M20x1.5 | |
| Mechanical durability | 1,000,000 cycles | |
| Actuation type | Hinged safety guard mechanism | |
| Standards compliance | EN 60947-5-1 | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FR2196-M2 used for?
It is used to monitor hinged safety guards and ensure machinery stops safely when access doors are opened.
What contact configuration does it use?
The FR2196-M2 uses a 3NC slow-action contact configuration for reliable safety signalling.
Is the FR2196-M2 suitable for harsh environments?
Yes, it is designed with IP67/IP69K protection and a rugged technopolymer housing for industrial use.
Does it support positive opening safety?
Yes, it includes a positive opening mechanism to ensure safe contact separation during actuation.
Where is this switch typically installed?
It is typically mounted on hinged machine guards, doors, and protective panels in industrial automation systems.
Trusted in Industrial Safety Applications Worldwide
Pizzato FR series safety switches are widely used by machine builders and automation engineers to ensure reliable guarding, operator safety, and compliance with international machinery safety standards.
