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FR 993-D2A Pizzato Safety switch with separate actuator
Pizzato FR993-D2A safety switch with separate actuator, technopolymer housing, IP67/IP69K protection and 2 NC positive opening contacts for industrial machine safety and interlocking.
£18.33
Why Choose the Pizzato FR993-D2A Safety Limit Switch?
The Pizzato FR993-D2A is a high-performance safety limit switch with separate actuator, engineered for reliable machine guarding and position monitoring in industrial automation systems. As part of the advanced Pizzato FR993 series, it delivers dependable interlocking performance in safety-critical environments.
Designed with a robust technopolymer housing, the FR993-D2A provides excellent resistance to dust, moisture and mechanical stress while remaining lightweight and corrosion resistant. Its separate actuator configuration allows flexible installation and enhances safety by preventing tampering or misalignment between the switch and actuator.
This variant features a 2 NC slow-action contact configuration with positive opening operation, ensuring fail-safe switching in safety circuits. The D2A version typically supports jointed key actuators, making it suitable for applications requiring angled or misaligned guard positioning.
Key Advantages
- Reliable safety switch with separate actuator for machine interlocking.
- Dual normally closed (2 NC) contacts for fail-safe safety circuits.
- Durable technopolymer housing for harsh industrial environments.
- Flexible installation with jointed actuator compatibility.
- Positive opening contacts for enhanced safety compliance.
- Long mechanical life with consistent switching performance.
Key Features
- Pizzato FR993 series safety switch.
- Model: FR993-D2A.
- Type: Safety switch with separate actuator.
- Contact configuration: 2 NC slow action.
- Positive opening operation compliant with EN 60947-5-1.
- Technopolymer housing for durability and corrosion resistance.
- IP67 and IP69K protection ratings for demanding environments.
- Jointed key actuator support for angled installations.
Reliable Safety Interlocking for Industrial Machinery
The FR993-D2A is designed to ensure safe machine operation by monitoring guards, doors and access panels. Its jointed actuator design allows use in applications where alignment is not perfectly linear, ensuring consistent switching even with angled movement.
The 2 NC contact configuration enables fault detection within safety circuits, ensuring that wiring failures or contact faults are identified quickly, supporting compliance with modern industrial safety standards.
Typical Applications
- Machine guarding and safety interlock systems.
- Safety doors with angled or offset movement.
- Industrial automation and production machinery.
- Conveyor and material handling systems.
- Packaging and processing equipment.
- OEM machinery and robotics applications.
Technical Specifications
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| Housing Material | Technopolymer | |
|---|---|---|
| Device Type | Guard-locking switch | |
| Product Series | Pizzato FR | |
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Contacts | 2NC | |
| Safety Switch Type | Tongue interlock | |
| Series | FR993 Safety Switches | |
| Product type | Safety limit switch with separate actuator | |
| Actuator | External jointed key actuator (not included) | |
| Contact configuration | 2 NC (slow action) | |
| Safety function | Positive opening (EN 60947-5-1) | |
| Housing material | Technopolymer | |
| Protection rating | IP67 (EN 60529) and IP69K (ISO 20653) | |
| Electrical rating | up to 250 V AC, 6 A | |
| Mechanical life | approx. 1,000,000 cycles | |
| Operating temperature | approx. -25 to +80 °C | |
| Conduit entry | PG11 / PG13.5 depending on variant | |
| Actuating force | approx. 10 N with jointed actuator | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FR993-D2A used for?
This safety switch is used for monitoring machine guards and preventing operation when access points are open.
What contact configuration does it use?
It uses 2 normally closed (NC) contacts for fail-safe safety circuit operation.
Does it include an actuator?
No, a compatible jointed key actuator must be selected separately.
Is it suitable for angled installations?
Yes, the D2A variant supports jointed actuators ideal for misaligned or angled guard positions.
Does it meet safety standards?
Yes, it includes positive opening contacts compliant with EN 60947-5-1.
Trusted by Industrial Safety Engineers
Pizzato FR series safety switches are widely trusted for delivering robust, compliant and reliable interlocking solutions across industrial automation environments.
