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FR 7C1 Pizzato Safety switch with slotted hole lever
Pizzato FR7C1 safety switch with slotted lever for industrial machine guarding, hinged door monitoring, and safety interlock applications.
£15.04
Why Choose the Pizzato FR7C1 Safety Switch?
The Pizzato FR7C1 is a rugged industrial safety switch with slotted-hole lever actuation designed for monitoring hinged guards, machine doors, and protective access panels in automation systems. Manufactured by Pizzato Elettrica, it delivers reliable safety signalling when a guard is opened, ensuring immediate machine shutdown and enhanced operator protection.
As part of the well-established FR series safety switch family, the FR7C1 is designed for industrial environments requiring high mechanical durability, stable switching performance, and strong resistance to dust, water, and vibration. It is widely used in OEM machinery, conveyors, packaging systems, and automated production lines.
The FR7C1 belongs to the “7C1” configuration group, typically used in safety interlock circuits combining a normally open and a normally closed contact for safety signalling and auxiliary feedback in machine control systems. {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-contact configuration for safety + auxiliary signalling.
Key Features
- Pizzato FR safety switch series.
- Model: FR7C1.
- Lever-actuated safety switch with slotted-hole mechanism.
- Contact configuration: 1NO + 1NC slow action (B7 block).
- Technopolymer housing construction for durability and insulation.
- PG13.5 cable entry (variant dependent).
- Positive opening safety function.
- Designed for machine safety interlocking systems.
Reliable Safety Performance for Machine Protection
The Pizzato FR7C1 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 distributor technical data, FR7C1 switches in the FR series are widely used for machine guarding applications due to their IP67 sealing, robust mechanical structure, and positive opening safety contacts compliant with EN 60947-5-1. (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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Product Series | Pizzato FR | |
| Device Type | Safety limit switch | |
| Connection | Cable entry PG13.5 | |
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Contacts | 1NO + 1NC | |
| Series | FR Safety Switch Series | |
| Product type | Safety switch (lever actuated) | |
| Contact configuration | 1NO + 1NC (slow action) | |
| Electrical rating | up to 6A / 250V AC | |
| Protection rating | IP67 | |
| Housing material | Technopolymer or metal (variant dependent) | |
| Operating temperature | -25°C to +80°C | |
| Cable entry | PG13.5 or M20x1.5 (variant dependent) | |
| Mechanical durability | up to 1,000,000 cycles | |
| Standards compliance | EN 60947-5-1 | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FR7C1 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 FR7C1 uses a 1NO + 1NC slow-action contact configuration for safety and auxiliary signalling.
Is the FR7C1 suitable for industrial environments?
Yes, it is designed with IP67 protection and a rugged 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 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.
