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FX 1896-X Pizzato Safety switch for hinged doors
Pizzato FX1896-X hinged safety switch designed for machine guard monitoring, hinge actuation, and industrial safety interlocking applications.
£20.19
Why Choose the Pizzato FX1896-X Safety Switch?
The Pizzato FX1896-X is a reliable industrial hinged safety switch designed for machine guarding, access detection, and safety interlocking applications. As part of the robust Pizzato FX series, it is engineered to provide dependable guard monitoring in automated machinery and industrial safety systems.
This model is designed for installation on hinged guards and protective doors, where it detects angular movement to ensure safe operating conditions. When the guard is opened beyond the defined safety angle, the internal switching mechanism immediately opens the safety contacts, stopping machine operation and protecting operators from hazardous movement.
Built with a durable industrial housing and precision slow-action switching mechanism, the FX1896-X offers long mechanical life, consistent performance, and reliable safety operation in demanding environments. Its compact design allows easy integration into machine frames and control systems.
Key Advantages
- High-reliability hinged safety switch for machine protection systems.
- Direct actuation via hinge movement (no separate actuator required).
- Fail-safe operation with positive opening contacts.
- Compact and rugged industrial design.
- Easy integration into automation control systems.
- Long mechanical durability for industrial use.
Key Features
- Pizzato FX series hinged safety switch.
- Angular actuation via door/guard hinge movement.
- Slow-action safety contacts (1NO + 1NC configuration typical FX1896 variants).
- Industrial-grade housing construction.
- High mechanical endurance up to 1,000,000 cycles.
- IP67 protection rating for harsh environments.
Reliable Machine Safety for Industrial Automation
The Pizzato FX1896-X ensures safe machine operation by monitoring the position of hinged guards. When the guard is opened, the switch immediately triggers a safety circuit interruption, preventing hazardous machine movement and ensuring operator protection.
This makes it ideal for applications where direct hinge-based guard monitoring is preferred, eliminating the need for separate actuators while maintaining strong safety performance.
Typical Applications
- Hinged machine guard monitoring systems.
- Industrial automation safety circuits.
- Packaging and production machinery.
- Robotics safety enclosures.
- Material handling equipment.
- OEM machine design and integration.
Technical Specifications
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| Housing Material | Technopolymer | |
|---|---|---|
| Product Series | Pizzato FX | |
| Device Type | Hinge switch | |
| Connection | Cable entry M20 | |
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Contacts | 1NO + 1NC | |
| Safety Switch Type | Hinge switch | |
| Product type | Hinged safety switch | |
| Series | FX | |
| Contact configuration | 1NO + 1NC (variant dependent) | |
| Actuation type | Hinge/rotary movement | |
| Housing material | Metal or technopolymer (variant dependent) | |
| Protection rating | IP67 | |
| Operating temperature | -25°C to +80°C | |
| Mechanical durability | Up to 1,000,000 cycles | |
| Cable entry | M20x1.5 (variant dependent) | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FX1896-X used for?
It is used to monitor hinged guards and machine doors, ensuring machines stop when access is opened.
Does it require a separate actuator?
No, it operates directly from hinge movement, eliminating the need for a separate actuator.
Is it suitable for industrial environments?
Yes, it is designed for harsh industrial environments with IP67 protection and high mechanical durability.
What type of contacts does it use?
It typically uses a 1NO + 1NC slow-action safety contact configuration (depending on variant).
What is its mechanical life?
It is rated for up to 1,000,000 mechanical cycles.
Trusted in Industrial Safety Systems Worldwide
Pizzato FX series hinged safety switches, including the FX1896-X, are widely used in industrial automation for reliable guard monitoring and operator protection.
