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FX 3493-M2 Pizzato Safety switch with separate actuator
Pizzato FX3493-M2 safety switch with separate actuator designed for machine guarding and industrial safety interlocking applications.
£17.39
Why Choose the Pizzato FX3493-M2 Safety Switch?
The Pizzato FX3493-M2 is a robust safety switch with separate actuator designed for machine guarding and industrial safety interlocking applications. As part of the dependable Pizzato FX 3493 series, it provides secure monitoring of protective doors, guards, and access panels in automated machinery systems.
This safety switch ensures machinery cannot operate unless the protective guard is properly closed and the actuator is correctly engaged. Its fail-safe design and durable construction make it suitable for demanding industrial environments such as manufacturing systems, packaging equipment, and automated production lines.
The FX3493-M2 features a rugged metal housing, IP67 protection rating, and a 2NC slow-action contact configuration for reliable safety circuit performance. Its separate actuator system supports flexible installation across a wide range of machine guarding applications.
Key Advantages
- Reliable industrial safety switch with separate actuator system.
- Designed for machine guarding and safety interlocking applications.
- 2NC contact configuration for high-integrity safety circuits.
- Positive opening safety mechanism for enhanced operator protection.
- IP67 protection for dust-tight and water-resistant performance.
- Durable metal housing for harsh industrial environments.
Key Features
- Pizzato FX 3493 safety switch series.
- Model: FX3493-M2. [turn0search13]
- Separate actuator interlock system. [turn0search13]
- Metal housing with M20 threaded conduit entry. [turn0search13]
- 2NC slow action contacts. [turn0search13]
- Positive opening safety function for machine protection. [turn0search13]
- IP67 protection rating for industrial environments. [turn0search0]
- High mechanical durability for repeated operation. [turn0search13]
Reliable Safety Performance for Industrial Machinery
The FX3493-M2 ensures machinery cannot operate unless protective guards are securely closed and correctly engaged with the actuator. This improves operator safety and supports compliance with modern industrial machine safety standards.
Its rugged metal construction and IP67 protection rating make it suitable for demanding environments including automated production lines, conveyors, packaging systems, and heavy-duty industrial machinery where reliable safety interlocking is required.
Typical Applications
- Industrial machine guarding systems.
- Safety interlocks for doors and protective enclosures.
- Heavy-duty manufacturing machinery.
- Automated production and assembly lines.
- Packaging and processing equipment.
- OEM machine safety installations.
Technical Specifications
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| Housing Material | Technopolymer | |
|---|---|---|
| Connection | Cable entry M20 | |
| Device Type | Guard-locking switch | |
| Product Series | Pizzato FX | |
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Contacts | 2NC | |
| Safety Switch Type | Tongue interlock | |
| Series | FX 3493 Safety Switch Series | |
| Product type | Safety switch with separate actuator | |
| Application | Machine guarding / industrial safety interlocking | |
| Housing material | Metal | |
| Protection rating | IP67 [turn0search0] | |
| Contact configuration | 2NC slow action [turn0search0] | |
| Operating principle | Separate actuator interlock system | |
| Connection type | M20 threaded conduit entry | |
| Operating temperature | approx. -25°C to +80°C | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FX3493-M2 used for?
It is used for machine safety interlocking to ensure equipment operates only when protective guards or doors are properly closed.
What does the 2NC contact configuration mean?
It provides two normally closed contacts for safety circuit monitoring in industrial control systems.
Is the FX3493-M2 suitable for harsh environments?
Yes, it features a metal housing and IP67 protection rating for demanding industrial conditions.
Does it use a separate actuator?
Yes, it operates with a separate actuator to ensure correct alignment and reliable safety interlocking.
Where is this safety switch commonly installed?
It is commonly installed on machine guards, safety doors, and industrial automation equipment.
Trusted in Industrial Safety Systems Worldwide
Pizzato safety switches are widely used by machine builders and automation engineers to improve operator safety, ensure compliance, and deliver reliable performance in industrial machinery systems.
