Standard delivery
£8 ex VAT · free over £200UK parcel delivery is £8 ex VAT, or free on orders over £200 ex VAT.
Heavier items may be charged at a weight-based or pallet rate, shown at checkout.
FS 1896D230-M2 Pizzato FS series safety switch with separate actuator with lock
Pizzato FS1896D230-M2 safety interlock switch with solenoid guard locking, 1NC+1NO contacts, IP67 protection and 230V AC/DC supply for industrial machine safety.
£80.08
Why Choose the Pizzato FS1896D230-M2 Safety Interlock Switch?
The Pizzato FS1896D230-M2 is a high-integrity safety interlock switch with guard locking, designed for applications where controlled access and machine safety are critical. As part of the proven Pizzato FS series, it combines robust construction with a solenoid-controlled locking system to ensure safe and reliable operation in industrial environments.
This model features a separate actuator with locking mechanism, ensuring that machine guards remain securely closed during operation. The solenoid locking system prevents access until safe conditions are met, helping to reduce risk and maintain compliance with machinery safety standards.
With a 230 V AC/DC supply and durable design, the FS1896D230-M2 is well suited for demanding industrial automation applications including production lines, robotic cells and safety-critical equipment.
Key Advantages
- Safety interlock with guard locking for hazardous machinery.
- Solenoid-controlled locking prevents unsafe access.
- Positive opening NC contact ensures reliable disconnection.
- Durable industrial housing for harsh environments.
- Separate actuator system for secure guard monitoring.
- Designed for integration into advanced safety control systems.
Key Features
- Pizzato FS series safety switch with guard locking.
- Model: FS1896D230-M2
- Contact configuration: 1 NC (positive opening) + 1 NO
- Solenoid-operated locking mechanism.
- Working method D: locked actuator with de-energised solenoid.
- Rotating head for flexible installation.
- Technopolymer housing with metal head.
- Three M20 threaded conduit entries for wiring flexibility.
Enhanced Machine Safety with Guard Locking
The FS1896D230-M2 provides guard locking functionality, ensuring that machine guards remain closed while hazardous motion is present. The solenoid locking system prevents the actuator from being released until a safe condition is confirmed, reducing the risk of accidental access to dangerous machine parts.
This functionality is essential in modern industrial environments where compliance with safety standards and operator protection are critical.
Typical Applications
- Machine guarding with controlled access systems.
- Robotic cells and automated production lines.
- Packaging and processing machinery.
- Conveyor systems with safety gates.
- Industrial equipment requiring guard locking.
- OEM machinery and automation systems.
Technical Specifications
Tick the specs you need, then view products that match.
| Housing Material | Technopolymer | |
|---|---|---|
| Coil / Supply Voltage | 230 V AC/DC | |
| Product Series | Pizzato FS | |
| Device Type | Guard-locking switch | |
| Voltage | 230 V | |
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Contacts | 1NO + 1NC | |
| Safety Switch Type | Guard locking (solenoid) | |
| Series | FS Safety Switches with Guard Locking | |
| Product type | Safety interlock switch with solenoid lock | |
| Supply voltage | 230 V AC/DC | |
| Contact configuration | 1 NC (positive opening) + 1 NO | |
| Protection rating | IP67 | |
| Housing | Technopolymer body with metal head | |
| Actuator | Separate actuator (not included) | |
| Operating principle | Solenoid locking with mechanical interlock | |
| Working method | Locked actuator with de-energised solenoid | |
| Conduit entries | 3 × M20 x 1.5 threaded | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FS1896D230-M2 used for?
This device is a safety interlock switch with guard locking, used to prevent access to hazardous machinery until safe conditions are met.
What does guard locking mean?
Guard locking ensures that a machine guard remains closed and locked while the machine is operating, preventing accidental access.
What voltage does this model require?
The FS1896D230-M2 operates with a 230 V AC/DC supply for the solenoid locking mechanism.
What contact configuration does it have?
It includes 1 normally closed (NC) positive opening contact and 1 normally open (NO) contact.
Is it supplied with an actuator?
No, this version is supplied without actuator, allowing you to select a compatible actuator separately based on your application.
Trusted by Machine Safety Engineers
Pizzato FS series safety interlock switches are widely trusted in industrial automation for delivering reliable guard locking and ensuring safe machine operation.
