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FR 596-XM2 Pizzato Safety switch for hinged doors
Pizzato FR596-XM2 safety switch for hinged doors with 1NO+1NC contacts, IP67 protection and positive opening, designed for industrial machine safety applications.
£19.64
Why Choose the Pizzato FR596-XM2 Safety Switch for Hinged Doors?
The Pizzato FR596-XM2 is a robust and reliable safety switch for hinged doors, engineered to monitor guard positions and ensure safe machine operation in industrial environments. As part of the well-established Pizzato FR series, this device interrupts machine activity when protective doors are opened, helping to reduce risk and maintain compliance with machinery safety standards.
Designed for durability and consistent performance, the FR596-XM2 features a compact housing and dependable switching mechanism suitable for integration into safety circuits and automation systems. It is widely used by machine builders and maintenance engineers who require reliable guard monitoring across industrial applications.
With a technopolymer housing, IP67 protection rating and positive opening contacts, this safety switch is built to perform in environments exposed to dust, moisture and mechanical stress. The FR series also offers flexible configurations including multiple conduit entries and contact options, making it adaptable to a wide range of installations.
Key Advantages
- Reliable safety monitoring for hinged guard doors.
- IP67 protection rating for demanding industrial environments.
- Positive opening contacts for safety-critical applications.
- Compact design for easy installation in machinery.
- Supports compliance with industrial machine safety standards.
- Manufactured by Pizzato Elettrica, a trusted European safety specialist.
Key Features
- Pizzato FR series safety switch for hinged doors.
- 1 NO + 1 NC contact configuration with snap-action switching.
- Positive opening operation for enhanced safety.
- Technopolymer housing with threaded conduit entry.
- IP67 protection rating (up to IP69K variants available).
- Multiple configuration options including conduit entries and connectors.
- Designed for long mechanical life and reliable operation.
Reliable Guard Monitoring for Industrial Safety
Safety switches such as the Pizzato FR596-XM2 are essential components in machine safety systems. They ensure that machinery cannot operate when protective guards are open, helping to reduce the risk of injury and equipment damage in industrial environments.
The FR series is designed to provide dependable performance and flexibility, making it suitable for integration into modern automation systems. Its robust construction and positive opening contacts ensure consistent safety performance in a wide range of applications.
Typical Applications
- Machine guard door monitoring in industrial production lines.
- Packaging and processing machinery.
- Automated assembly systems and robotics.
- Conveyor systems and material handling equipment.
- OEM machinery and safety retrofits.
Technical Specifications
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| Housing Material | Technopolymer | |
|---|---|---|
| Connection | Cable entry M20 | |
| Product Series | Pizzato FR | |
| Device Type | Hinge switch | |
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Contacts | 1NO + 1NC | |
| Safety Switch Type | Hinge switch | |
| Series | FR Series | |
| Product type | Safety switch for hinged doors | |
| Contact configuration | 1 NO + 1 NC | |
| Switching type | Snap-action | |
| Protection rating | IP67 | |
| Housing material | Technopolymer | |
| Positive opening | Yes | |
| Connection type | Threaded cable entry (M20) | |
| Mounting type | Surface mounting | |
| Application | Guard monitoring and machine safety | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FR596-XM2 used for?
This safety switch monitors hinged guard doors and ensures machinery stops when the door is opened.
What contact configuration does this model have?
The FR596-XM2 features 1 normally open and 1 normally closed contact with snap-action switching.
Is the FR596-XM2 suitable for harsh environments?
Yes, with an IP67 rating, it is designed for environments exposed to dust and moisture.
Does this switch include positive opening contacts?
Yes, it includes positive opening (forced opening) contacts, making it suitable for safety-related applications.
Where is this safety switch installed?
It is mounted on hinged guards or access doors to detect their position and ensure safe machine operation.
Trusted by Industrial Automation Professionals
Pizzato FR series safety switches are widely used by engineers and machine builders to deliver dependable guard monitoring and maintain safe, compliant industrial operations.
