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FS 1896E230-F8M2 Pizzato FS series safety switch with separate actuator with lock
Pizzato FS 1896E230-F8M2 safety switch with separate actuator and solenoid guard locking, 230 V AC supply, 1 NO + 1 NC contacts and IP67 protection for industrial machine guarding.
£89.85
Why Choose the Pizzato FS 1896E230-F8M2 Safety Switch?
The Pizzato FS 1896E230-F8M2 is a robust safety switch with separate actuator and guard locking designed to control access to hazardous areas on industrial machinery. As part of the reliable Pizzato FS series safety switches, it combines solenoid-operated guard locking, positive opening safety contacts and a durable technopolymer housing for dependable machine guarding applications.
This safety switch uses the E working method, in which the actuator is locked when the solenoid is energised. This power-to-lock arrangement is suited to machinery where controlled access to a guarded area is required while the solenoid remains energised, allowing the guard locking function to be integrated into the machine safety control system.
With a 230 V AC solenoid supply, 1 NO + 1 NC contacts moved by the solenoid and IP67 protection according to EN 60529, the FS 1896E230-F8M2 is suitable for demanding industrial environments. The F8M2 configuration combines the F8 separate actuator arrangement with M2 cable-entry configuration for practical machine installation and electrical connection.
Key Advantages
- Robust safety switch with separate actuator and guard locking for industrial machine guarding.
- E working method locks the actuator when the solenoid is energised.
- 230 V AC solenoid supply for compatible industrial control systems.
- 1 NO + 1 NC solenoid-operated contacts for safety circuit integration.
- Positive opening provides a mechanically operated safety contact function.
- IP67 protection helps protect against dust and water ingress.
- F8 separate actuator configuration supports flexible machine guard installation.
- Three M20 × 1.5 threaded conduit entries provide practical industrial wiring options.
Key Features
- Pizzato FS series safety switch with separate actuator and lock.
- FS 1896E230-F8M2 model configuration.
- 1 NO + 1 NC contacts moved by the solenoid.
- 230 V AC solenoid supply.
- E working method with actuator locked by an energised solenoid.
- Power-to-lock operating principle.
- Positive opening safety function.
- Rotating head for flexible installation orientation.
- Separate F8 actuator for machine guard monitoring.
- Three M20 × 1.5 threaded conduit entries for electrical connection.
- Technopolymer housing for reliable industrial operation.
Reliable Guard Locking for Industrial Machinery
Safety switches with guard locking such as the Pizzato FS 1896E230-F8M2 are designed to prevent or control access to hazardous machine areas while the guard is locked. The solenoid-operated mechanism monitors and controls the locked state of the separate actuator as part of the machine safety circuit.
The E working method provides locked actuator operation with the solenoid energised, making this configuration suitable for applications where guard locking is controlled by an energised solenoid. Positive opening contacts, the robust technopolymer housing and IP67 protection further support reliable integration into industrial safety systems.
Typical Applications
- Machine guarding and hazardous-area access control.
- Production and processing machinery.
- Packaging and automated manufacturing equipment.
- Conveyors and material handling systems.
- Industrial machinery requiring solenoid guard locking.
- Machine doors and protective guards requiring interlocking and locking.
- OEM machinery and industrial automation systems.
Technical Specifications
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| Housing Material | Technopolymer | |
|---|---|---|
| Connection | Cable entry M20 | |
| Product Series | Pizzato FS | |
| Device Type | Guard-locking switch | |
| Contacts | 1NO + 1NC | |
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Safety Switch Type | Guard locking (solenoid) | |
| Guard Locking | Power to lock | |
| Manufacturer | Pizzato Elettrica | |
| Series | FS Series | |
| Model | FS1896E230-F8M2 | |
| Product type | Safety switch with separate actuator and guard locking | |
| Working method | E, locked actuator with energised solenoid | |
| Operating principle | Power-to-lock | |
| Solenoid supply | 230 V AC | |
| Contact configuration | 1 NO + 1 NC, moved by solenoid | |
| Positive opening | Yes | |
| Housing material | Technopolymer | |
| Protection rating | IP67 according to EN 60529 | |
| Head type | Rotating head | |
| Actuator type | Separate actuator, F8 configuration | |
| Connection | 3 × M20 × 1.5 threaded conduit entries | |
| Guard locking force | up to 1100 N | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FS 1896E230-F8M2 used for?
The FS 1896E230-F8M2 is used to monitor and lock access guards on industrial machinery using a solenoid-operated safety interlock mechanism.
What supply voltage does the FS 1896E230-F8M2 require?
The switch uses a 230 V AC supply for its solenoid-operated locking mechanism.
What contact configuration does this safety switch have?
The FS 1896E230-F8M2 has 1 NO + 1 NC contacts moved by the solenoid and provides positive opening for the safety contact function.
What does the E working method mean?
The E working method means the actuator is locked when the solenoid is energised, providing a power-to-lock arrangement for suitable machine guarding applications.
What protection rating does the FS 1896E230-F8M2 provide?
The safety switch has an IP67 protection rating according to EN 60529, making it suitable for demanding industrial environments.
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Pizzato FS series safety switches with guard locking are designed for reliable machine guarding, controlled access to hazardous areas and dependable integration into modern industrial safety systems.
