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FR 66C1-M2 Pizzato Safety switch with slotted hole lever
Pizzato FR66C1-M2 safety switch with slotted lever for industrial machine guarding, hinged door monitoring, and safety interlock applications.
£14.30
Why Choose the Pizzato FR66C1-M2 Safety Switch?
The Pizzato FR66C1-M2 is a heavy-duty industrial safety switch with slotted-hole lever actuation designed for monitoring hinged guards, machine doors, and protective access panels in demanding automation environments. Manufactured by Pizzato Elettrica, it provides reliable safety signalling when a guard is opened, ensuring immediate machine shutdown and enhanced operator protection.
As part of the robust FR series safety switch family, the FR66C1-M2 is engineered for high mechanical strength, stable switching performance, and excellent resistance to dust, water, and industrial contamination. It is widely used in OEM machinery, conveyors, packaging systems, and automated production lines where reliability is critical.
The FR66C1-M2 belongs to the “66” contact configuration group, typically used for safety interlock applications requiring dual normally closed safety channels, providing redundancy for safer machine operation in accordance with industrial safety standards. {index=1}
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.
- Dual-channel safety configuration for redundant safety circuits.
Key Features
- Pizzato FR safety switch series.
- Model: FR66C1-M2.
- Lever-actuated safety switch with slotted-hole mechanism.
- Contact configuration: 2NC slow action (B66 block).
- Technopolymer housing construction for industrial durability.
- M20x1.5 cable entry for secure wiring connection.
- Positive opening safety function.
- Designed for machine safety interlocking systems.
Reliable Safety Performance for Machine Protection
The Pizzato FR66C1-M2 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.
Based on FR series configuration data, the “66” contact structure is designed for redundant safety signalling using dual NC contacts, commonly applied in machine safety interlock systems where high reliability is required. The FR series switches are built for harsh industrial environments with IP67 protection and long mechanical life. (source) {index=2}
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Connection | Cable entry M20 | |
| Device Type | Safety limit switch | |
| Product Series | Pizzato FR | |
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Contacts | 2NC | |
| Series | FR Safety Switch Series | |
| Product type | Safety switch (lever actuated) | |
| Contact configuration | 2NC (slow action) | |
| Electrical rating | up to 6A / 250V AC | |
| Protection rating | IP67 | |
| Housing material | Technopolymer | |
| Operating temperature | -25°C to +80°C | |
| Cable entry | M20x1.5 | |
| Mechanical durability | up to 1,000,000 cycles | |
| Standards compliance | EN 60947-5-1 | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FR66C1-M2 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 FR66C1-M2 uses a 2NC slow-action contact configuration for redundant safety signalling.
Is the FR66C1-M2 suitable for harsh environments?
Yes, it is designed with IP67 protection and a rugged technopolymer 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 heavy-duty 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.
