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FR 2196-M2K40 Pizzato Safety switch for hinged doors
Pizzato FR2196-M2K40 safety switch for hinged doors with 3 NC contacts, positive opening mechanism and IP67/IP69K protection for industrial machine safety.
£34.04
Why Choose the Pizzato FR2196-M2K40 Safety Limit Switch?
The Pizzato FR2196-M2K40 is a heavy-duty safety switch for hinged doors, engineered for reliable guard monitoring and machine safety in industrial automation environments. As part of the robust Pizzato FR2196 series, it is designed to deliver consistent and dependable 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 operation when guards are open and protecting operators from hazardous conditions.
Built with a durable technopolymer housing and incorporating positive opening safety contacts, the FR2196-M2K40 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.
- 3 NC contact configuration for safety redundancy.
- Slow-action switching mechanism.
- Positive opening safety contacts.
- Hinge-mounted actuator design.
- IP67 and IP69K protection rating.
- M20 / PG13.5 conduit entry depending on variant.
- Designed for demanding industrial safety applications.
Reliable Door Monitoring for Machine Safety
The FR2196-M2K40 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 environments such as manufacturing, packaging and material handling systems where reliability is critical.
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 | 6 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 250–400 V AC | |
| Rated current | up to 6 A at 250 V AC | |
| Protection rating | IP67 / IP69K | |
| Housing material | Technopolymer | |
| Connection type | M20 x 1.5 or PG13.5 threaded entry | |
| Mechanical durability | approx. 1,000,000 cycles | |
| Operating temperature | approx. -25°C to +80°C | |
| Weight | approx. 0.2 kg | |
| Standards | EN 60947-5-1, EN ISO 13849-1 | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FR2196-M2K40 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-M2K40 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 long-lasting performance in industrial automation environments.
