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FR 993 Pizzato Safety switch with separate actuator
Pizzato FR993 safety switch with separate actuator designed for machine guard monitoring and industrial safety interlocking applications.
£15.03
Why Choose the Pizzato FR993 Safety Switch?
The Pizzato FR993 is a robust industrial safety switch with separate actuator designed for monitoring machine guards, safety doors and protective enclosures in automated machinery systems. As part of the proven Pizzato FR safety switch series, it delivers reliable interlocking performance, high mechanical durability and consistent safety operation in industrial environments.
Engineered for machine protection applications, the FR993 ensures accurate detection of guard position and prevents machinery from operating when protective doors are open. Its reinforced technopolymer housing, precision switching mechanism and IP67 protection rating make it suitable for dusty, humid and vibration-heavy environments commonly found in industrial automation and manufacturing systems.
With its compact design and separate actuator system, the FR993 integrates easily into safety circuits, PLC systems and machine control architectures. It is widely used in OEM machinery, packaging equipment and automated production lines where safety compliance, reliability and long service life are essential. {index=1}
Key Advantages
- Reliable industrial safety interlock switch for machine guard monitoring.
- Separate actuator design for flexible installation on doors and protective panels.
- Compact housing suitable for space-constrained machinery applications.
- IP67 protection rating for dust and moisture resistance.
- High mechanical durability up to 1,000,000 operating cycles. ([turn0search0](https://www.tme.eu/html/EN/safety-switches-fr-series/ramka_7971_EN_pelny.html))
- Positive opening safety function for enhanced operator protection.
Key Features
- Pizzato FR993 safety switch series.
- Safety switch with separate actuator mechanism for guard interlocking. ([turn0search2](https://www.ledcontrols.co.uk/fr-993-pizzato-safety-switch-with-separate-actuator.html))
- Contact configuration: 2NC slow action safety contacts. ([turn0search11](https://www.rexel.fr/frx/Cat%C3%A9gorie/Produits-Industriels/S%C3%A9curit%C3%A9-machine/Interrupteur-de-s%C3%A9curit%C3%A9/Interrupteur-de-s%C3%A9curit%C3%A9-%C3%A0-actionneur-s%C3%A9par%C3%A9/ZZTFR-993/p/75096876))
- Technopolymer reinforced housing for industrial durability.
- Available with multiple actuator/key variants across FR99x platform family.
- Designed for machine guard and door safety interlocking applications.
Reliable Machine Guard Protection
Safety switches such as the Pizzato FR993 are essential for ensuring machinery operates only when protective guards are securely closed. This helps reduce operator risk, prevent accidents and maintain compliance with industrial machine safety standards.
The FR993 is designed for stable and repeatable performance in industrial environments. Its robust construction ensures consistent switching accuracy even under vibration, contamination and continuous production cycles. {index=2}
Typical Applications
- Machine guard and safety door interlocking systems.
- Industrial automation and production lines.
- Packaging and processing machinery.
- Robotic cells and safety enclosures.
- Conveyor and material handling systems.
- OEM machine safety integration.
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 | FR Safety Switch Series | |
| Product type | Safety interlock switch with separate actuator | |
| Contact configuration | 2NC | |
| Actuator type | Separate actuator system | |
| Housing material | Reinforced technopolymer | |
| Protection rating | IP67 (IP69K variant available in FR family) ([turn0search11](https://www.rexel.fr/frx/Cat%C3%A9gorie/Produits-Industriels/S%C3%A9curit%C3%A9-machine/Interrupteur-de-s%C3%A9curit%C3%A9/Interrupteur-de-s%C3%A9curit%C3%A9-%C3%A0-actionneur-s%C3%A9par%C3%A9/ZZTFR-993/p/75096876)) | |
| Operating temperature | -25°C to +80°C | |
| Electrical rating | 250V AC / 6A (typical FR series) | |
| Mechanical lifespan | Up to 1,000,000 operations | |
| Positive opening | Yes | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FR993 used for?
It is used to monitor safety guards and doors on industrial machines to ensure safe operation.
What contact configuration does the FR993 have?
It typically uses a 2NC safety contact configuration for reliable guard monitoring.
Is the FR993 suitable for harsh environments?
Yes, it features IP67 protection suitable for dust, moisture and vibration-heavy industrial environments.
What type of actuator does it use?
It uses a separate actuator system designed for mechanical guard interlocking.
Where is the FR993 typically installed?
It is typically installed on machine guards, doors and protective panels in industrial automation systems.
Trusted in Industrial Safety Applications Worldwide
Pizzato safety switches are widely used in industrial automation systems to ensure reliable machine protection, operator safety and compliance with international safety standards.
