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FR 2296-X Pizzato Safety switch for hinged doors
Pizzato FR2296-X safety switch for hinged doors with 2 NO + 1 NC contacts, positive opening mechanism and IP67/IP69K protection for industrial machine safety.
£22.98
Why Choose the Pizzato FR2296-X Safety Limit Switch?
The Pizzato FR2296-X is a robust and reliable safety switch for hinged doors, designed to provide precise guard monitoring and enhanced machine safety in industrial automation systems. As part of the trusted Pizzato FR2296 series, it offers dependable performance in safety-critical applications.
This variant features a hinge-operated actuator with hole, enabling direct installation onto machine guards and access doors. It ensures accurate position detection, preventing machinery from operating when guards are open and improving operator safety.
Constructed with a durable technopolymer housing and equipped with positive opening safety contacts, the FR2296-X guarantees safe mechanical disconnection and compliance with international machinery 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 FR2296 series safety switch.
- 2 NO + 1 NC contact configuration.
- Slow-action switching mechanism (B22).
- Positive opening safety contact.
- Hinge-mounted actuator with hole.
- IP67 and IP69K protection rating.
- PG13.5 threaded conduit entry.
- Compact and durable design for industrial safety applications.
Reliable Door Monitoring for Machine Safety
The FR2296-X is designed to monitor hinged guards and access doors in industrial machinery. When the guard is opened, the switch interrupts the control circuit, preventing hazardous machine operation and protecting personnel.
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 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 | 2NO + 1NC | |
| Safety Switch Type | Hinge switch | |
| Series | FR2296 | |
| Product type | Safety switch for hinged doors | |
| Contact configuration | 2 NO + 1 NC | |
| Contact type | Slow action (B22) with positive opening | |
| Rated voltage | up to 250–400 V AC | |
| Rated current | up to 6–10 A | |
| Protection rating | IP67 / IP69K | |
| Housing material | Technopolymer | |
| Connection type | PG13.5 threaded entry | |
| Mechanical durability | approx. 1,000,000 cycles | |
| Operating temperature | approx. -25°C to +80°C | |
| Standards | EN 60947-5-1, EN ISO 13849-1 | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FR2296-X 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 FR2296-X features 2 normally open (NO) and 1 normally closed (NC) contact.
Is it suitable for safety circuits?
Yes, it includes a positive opening NC contact, 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 safety switches are trusted by engineers and OEM manufacturers for reliable guard monitoring, safety compliance and durable performance in industrial automation environments.
