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FX 693-D3 Pizzato Safety switch with separate actuator
Pizzato FX693-D3 safety position switch with separate actuator for industrial machine guard monitoring and safety interlocking applications.
£19.25
Why Choose the Pizzato FX693-D3 Safety Position Switch?
The Pizzato FX693-D3 is a heavy-duty industrial safety position switch with a separate actuator system, designed for reliable monitoring of machine guards, safety doors, and protective enclosures in automation systems. As part of the robust Pizzato FX series, it delivers dependable safety interlocking performance in demanding industrial environments.
This switch ensures machinery can only operate when the actuator is correctly engaged and the guard is properly closed. It helps prevent accidental machine start-up, improves operator safety, and supports compliance with modern industrial machine safety standards used in manufacturing and automated production systems.
The FX693-D3 features a separate actuator system, allowing the switch body to be mounted on the fixed machine frame while the actuator is installed on the moving guard. This makes it ideal for sliding doors, hinged guards, and large industrial enclosures requiring flexible alignment and reliable safety interlocking.
Key Advantages
- Reliable machine guard and safety door interlocking.
- Separate actuator design for flexible installation.
- Suitable for sliding and hinged safety guards.
- High mechanical durability for industrial environments.
- IP67 / IP69K protection for harsh conditions.
- Positive opening safety contacts for safety circuits.
Key Features
- Pizzato FX safety switch series.
- Model: FX693-D3.
- Separate actuator configuration.
- Snap-action switching mechanism.
- Industrial-grade reinforced technopolymer housing.
- Positive opening safety contact design (series dependent).
- High cycle mechanical life for continuous operation.
- PG13.5 threaded cable entries for secure wiring.
Reliable Safety Control for Industrial Automation
The FX693-D3 ensures machinery cannot operate unless the protective guard is properly closed and the actuator is correctly engaged. This reduces the risk of accidental activation and improves operator protection in automated industrial environments.
Its separate actuator design provides flexibility for complex machine layouts, making it suitable for industrial doors, safety enclosures, and systems requiring precise guard alignment and reliable safety feedback.
Typical Applications
- Machine guard interlocking systems.
- Sliding and hinged safety doors.
- Industrial automation machinery.
- Packaging and processing equipment.
- Robotic safety enclosures.
- Heavy-duty production lines.
Technical Specifications
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| Housing Material | Technopolymer | |
|---|---|---|
| Connection | Cable entry PG13.5 | |
| Device Type | Guard-locking switch | |
| Product Series | Pizzato FX | |
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Contacts | 1NO + 1NC | |
| Safety Switch Type | Tongue interlock | |
| Series | FX 693 Safety Switch Series | |
| Product type | Safety position switch with separate actuator | |
| Actuation type | Mechanical separate actuator system | |
| Contact configuration | 1NO + 1NC slow action (typical FX693 series) | |
| Housing material | Reinforced technopolymer | |
| Protection rating | IP67 / IP69K | |
| Mounting type | Surface / panel mounting | |
| Cable entry | PG13.5 threaded entry | |
| Operating temperature | -25°C to +80°C (series dependent) | |
| Mechanical durability | up to 20 million cycles (variant dependent) | |
| Application | Industrial safety interlocking systems | |
| Industry use | Automation, machinery safety, production lines | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FX693-D3 used for?
It is used for safety interlocking of machine guards and doors, ensuring machinery only operates when the guard is correctly closed.
What makes the FX693-D3 different from lever-type switches?
It uses a separate actuator system instead of a lever, allowing more flexible installation on sliding or hinged guards.
Is the FX693-D3 suitable for industrial environments?
Yes, it is designed for heavy-duty use with IP67/IP69K protection and high mechanical durability typical of the FX series.
Can it be used in safety interlocking systems?
Yes, it is specifically designed for integration into machine safety and interlocking circuits.
Where is this switch typically installed?
It is commonly installed on machine frames with the actuator mounted on moving guards such as doors or panels.
Trusted in Industrial Safety Applications Worldwide
Pizzato FX series safety switches are widely used across manufacturing and automation industries to ensure reliable machine protection, safe operation, and compliance with modern industrial safety standards.
