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FR 696 Pizzato Safety switch for hinged doors
Pizzato FR696 safety switch for hinged doors with 1NO+1NC contacts, IP67 protection and positive opening, designed for industrial machine safety applications.
£16.59
Why Choose the Pizzato FR696 Safety Switch for Hinged Doors?
The Pizzato FR696 is a robust and reliable safety switch for hinged doors, designed to monitor guard positions and ensure safe machine operation in industrial environments. As part of the trusted Pizzato FR series, this switch interrupts machine movement when protective guards are opened, helping to reduce risk and maintain compliance with machinery safety standards.
Built for durability and precision, the FR696 is engineered to deliver consistent switching performance across a wide range of industrial applications. Its compact and rugged construction makes it ideal for integration into machine safety circuits, providing dependable protection for operators and equipment.
With a high IP67 protection rating, positive opening contacts and a durable technopolymer housing, the FR696 is designed to operate reliably in environments exposed to dust, moisture and mechanical stress. It is commonly used in production lines, packaging systems and automated machinery where safety is critical.
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 integration into machinery.
- Supports compliance with industrial machine safety standards.
- Manufactured by Pizzato Elettrica, a leading European safety specialist.
Key Features
- Pizzato FR series safety switch for hinged doors.
- 1 NO + 1 NC contact configuration (typical FR696 variants).
- Positive opening (forced opening) contacts.
- Technopolymer housing with high mechanical durability.
- M20 cable entry for standard industrial wiring.
- Mechanical durability up to 1 million operations.
- Designed for reliable performance in industrial automation systems.
Reliable Guard Monitoring for Industrial Safety
Safety switches such as the Pizzato FR696 are essential components in machine safety systems. They ensure that machinery cannot operate when protective guards are open, reducing the risk of injury and preventing damage to equipment.
The FR series is widely used by machine builders and automation engineers due to its durability, flexibility and compliance with safety requirements. Its robust design and dependable switching performance make it suitable for integration into modern industrial control systems.
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 | |
| Protection rating | IP67 | |
| Housing material | Technopolymer | |
| Connection type | M20 cable entry | |
| Operating temperature | approx. -25 to +80 °C | |
| Mechanical durability | up to 1,000,000 operations | |
| Electrical rating | up to 6 A at 24 V DC / 250 V AC | |
| Mounting type | Surface mounting on hinged guards | |
| Application | Guard monitoring and machine safety | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FR696 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 FR696 typically features 1 normally open and 1 normally closed contact for safety circuit integration.
Is the FR696 suitable for harsh environments?
Yes, with an IP67 protection rating, it is designed to operate reliably in environments with dust and moisture.
Does this switch include positive opening contacts?
Yes, it includes positive 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.
