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FR 22C1 Pizzato Safety switch with slotted hole lever
Pizzato FR22C1 safety switch with slotted lever and multi-contact configuration for industrial machine guarding, hinged door monitoring, and safety interlock applications.
£18.66
Why Choose the Pizzato FR22C1 Safety Switch?
The Pizzato FR22C1 is a heavy-duty industrial safety switch with slotted-hole lever actuation designed for monitoring hinged guards, machine doors, and protective access panels in industrial automation systems. Manufactured by Pizzato Elettrica, it ensures reliable safety signalling when a guard is opened, immediately triggering machine shutdown to protect operators and equipment.
As part of the widely used FR series safety switch family, the FR22C1 is engineered for demanding industrial environments requiring high mechanical durability, precise switching performance, and strong protection against dust, water, and industrial contaminants. It is commonly applied in OEM machinery, conveyors, packaging systems, and automated production lines.
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Key Advantages
- Reliable safety switch for machine guarding applications.
- Slotted-hole lever design for flexible hinged guard actuation.
- IP67 protection for harsh industrial environments.
- Positive opening safety contacts for operator protection.
- High mechanical durability up to 1,000,000 cycles.
- Multi-contact configuration for redundant safety circuits.
Key Features
- Pizzato FR safety switch series.
- Model: FR22C1.
- Lever-actuated safety switch with slotted-hole mechanism.
- Contact configuration: 2NO + 1NC slow action (B22 block).
- Technopolymer or metal housing (series dependent).
- PG13.5 cable entry for secure industrial wiring.
- Positive opening safety function.
- Designed for machine safety interlocking systems.
Reliable Safety Performance for Machine Protection
The Pizzato FR22C1 ensures safe machine operation by detecting guard or lever movement and immediately triggering safety circuits. This prevents unintended machine start-up and protects operators during maintenance, setup, and access operations.
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Typical Applications
- Industrial machine guarding systems.
- Hinged or sliding safety doors.
- Automation and robotic machinery.
- Packaging and production equipment.
- Material handling systems.
- OEM safety interlock systems.
Technical Specifications
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| Housing Material | Technopolymer | |
|---|---|---|
| Product Series | Pizzato FR | |
| Device Type | Safety limit switch | |
| Connection | Cable entry PG13.5 | |
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Contacts | 2NO + 1NC | |
| Series | FR Safety Switch Series | |
| Product type | Safety switch (lever actuated) | |
| Contact configuration | 2NO + 1NC (slow action) | |
| Electrical rating | up to 6A / 250V AC | |
| Protection rating | IP67 | |
| Housing material | Technopolymer / metal | |
| Operating temperature | -25°C to +80°C | |
| Cable entry | PG13.5 | |
| Mechanical durability | up to 1,000,000 cycles | |
| Standards compliance | EN 60947-5-1 | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FR22C1 used for?
It is used to monitor safety guards and ensure machinery stops when access points are opened or moved.
What contact configuration does it use?
The FR22C1 uses a 2NO + 1NC slow-action contact configuration for redundant safety signalling.
Is the FR22C1 suitable for harsh environments?
Yes, it is designed with IP67 protection and a rugged industrial housing for demanding conditions.
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 installed on machine guards, hinged 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.
