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FR 3396 Pizzato Safety switch for hinged doors
Pizzato FR3396 safety hinge switch for industrial machine guarding, hinged door monitoring, and safety interlock applications.
£18.12
Why Choose the Pizzato FR3396 Safety Hinge Switch?
The Pizzato FR3396 is a reliable safety hinge switch designed for monitoring the position of hinged guards and protective doors in industrial machinery. Manufactured by Pizzato Elettrica, it provides accurate safety signalling to ensure machines are safely controlled whenever access panels are opened.
As part of the well-established FR series safety switch range, the FR3396 is engineered for robust performance in demanding industrial environments. It is widely used in machine guarding applications where dependable position detection and safety interlocking are required to protect operators and maintain compliance with machinery safety standards.
With its integrated hinge-actuated design and durable technopolymer housing, the FR3396 delivers long service life, stable switching performance, and reliable operation even under continuous industrial use.
Key Advantages
- Reliable safety hinge switch for industrial machine guarding.
- High mechanical durability for continuous-duty operation.
- IP67 / IP69K protection for harsh environments.
- Positive opening safety contacts for enhanced operator safety.
- Compact integrated hinge design for easy installation.
- Suitable for OEM automation and safety interlock systems.
Key Features
- Pizzato FR safety switch series.
- Model: FR3396.
- Hinged guard actuation mechanism.
- Contact configuration: 1NO + 2NC slow action.
- Technopolymer reinforced housing construction.
- PG13.5 cable entry for secure industrial wiring.
- Positive opening safety function.
- Designed for machine safety applications.
Reliable Safety Performance for Machine Protection
The Pizzato FR3396 ensures safe machine operation by detecting the opening of hinged guards and immediately triggering safety circuits. This helps prevent hazardous machine movement and protects operators during maintenance, setup, and access operations.
The FR3396 is designed for harsh industrial environments and is commonly used in automation systems, conveyors, packaging machines, and OEM equipment where reliable safety interlocking is essential.
Typical Applications
- Machine safety guarding systems.
- Hinged door and protective enclosure monitoring.
- Industrial automation equipment.
- Packaging and production machinery.
- Material handling systems.
- OEM machine design and integration.
Technical Specifications
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| Housing Material | Technopolymer | |
|---|---|---|
| Connection | Cable entry PG13.5 | |
| Product Series | Pizzato FR | |
| Device Type | Hinge switch | |
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Contacts | 1NO + 2NC | |
| Safety Switch Type | Hinge switch | |
| Series | FR Safety Switch Series | |
| Product type | Safety hinge switch | |
| Contact configuration | 1NO + 2NC (slow action) | |
| Protection rating | IP67 / IP69K | |
| Housing material | Technopolymer | |
| Electrical rating | 6A / 250V AC | |
| Operating temperature | -25°C to +80°C | |
| Cable entry | PG13.5 threaded entry | |
| Mechanical durability | Up to 1,000,000 cycles | |
| Standards compliance | EN 60947-5-1 | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FR3396 used for?
It is used to monitor hinged safety guards and ensure machinery is safely stopped when access doors are opened.
What contact configuration does it use?
The FR3396 typically uses a 1NO + 2NC slow-action contact configuration for reliable safety signalling.
Is the FR3396 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 hinge switches are widely used by machine builders and automation engineers to ensure reliable guarding, operator safety, and compliance with international machinery safety standards.
