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FR 2196-M2K20 Pizzato Safety switch for hinged doors
Pizzato FR2196-M2K20 safety switch for hinged doors with 3 NC contacts, positive opening mechanism and IP67/IP69K protection for industrial machine safety.
£20.70
Why Choose the Pizzato FR2196-M2K20 Safety Limit Switch?
The Pizzato FR2196-M2K20 is a heavy-duty safety switch for hinged doors, designed for reliable guard monitoring and machine safety in demanding industrial automation systems. As part of the robust Pizzato FR2196 series, it delivers consistent and dependable switching performance in safety-critical applications.
This model features a hinge-operated actuator mechanism, allowing direct mounting onto machine guards and access doors. It ensures accurate position detection, preventing machinery from operating when guards are open and protecting operators from hazardous conditions.
Built with a durable technopolymer housing and incorporating positive opening safety contacts, the FR2196-M2K20 guarantees safe mechanical disconnection and compliance with modern 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.
- 3 NC contact configuration for safety redundancy.
- Slow-action switching mechanism.
- Positive opening safety contacts.
- Hinge-mounted actuator design.
- IP67 and IP69K protection rating.
- PG13.5 threaded conduit entry.
- Available with multiple actuator and connection variants.
Reliable Door Monitoring for Machine Safety
The FR2196-M2K20 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 ensuring operator safety.
Its rugged construction and high ingress protection rating make it suitable for harsh industrial 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 | |
| Product Series | Pizzato FR | |
| Device Type | Hinge switch | |
| Current | 10 A | |
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Contacts | 3NC | |
| Safety Switch Type | Hinge switch | |
| Series | FR2196 | |
| Product type | Safety switch for hinged doors | |
| Contact configuration | 3 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 | |
| Weight | approx. 0.1–0.15 kg | |
| Standards | EN 60947-5-1, EN ISO 13849-1 | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FR2196-M2K20 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-M2K20 features 3 normally closed (NC) contacts for enhanced safety redundancy.
Is it suitable for safety circuits?
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.
