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FX 693-E3M2 Pizzato Safety switch with separate actuator
Pizzato FX693-E3M2 safety interlock switch with separate actuator, 1NO + 1NC slow-action contacts, positive opening and IP67 protection for industrial machine guarding applications.
£15.43
Why Choose the Pizzato FX693-E3M2 Safety Interlock Switch?
The Pizzato FX693-E3M2 is a robust safety interlock switch with separate actuator, designed for reliable machine guarding and industrial safety systems. As part of the proven Pizzato FX series, it ensures accurate position monitoring and safe operation across automated machinery.
Built with a durable technopolymer housing and stainless steel external components, the FX693-E3M2 is engineered for long-term performance in demanding industrial environments. Its rugged construction provides excellent resistance to corrosion, vibration and mechanical stress, ensuring dependable operation in harsh conditions.
This model features a 1NO + 1NC slow-action contact configuration with positive opening contacts, delivering fail-safe switching performance. When the actuator is removed or misaligned, the safety circuit is immediately opened, stopping machinery and protecting operators.
Key Advantages
- Reliable safety interlock switch with separate actuator.
- 1NO + 1NC contacts for flexible control and signalling.
- Positive opening mechanism for safety-critical circuits.
- IP67 protection rating for harsh industrial environments.
- Durable construction with stainless steel external parts.
- Designed for long service life and consistent switching performance.
Key Features
- Pizzato FX series safety switch.
- Separate actuator design for machine guarding.
- 1 normally open + 1 normally closed contacts (slow action).
- Positive opening operation compliant with EN 60947-5-1.
- Non-detachable head with straight actuator configuration (E3M2 type).
- Technopolymer housing with high mechanical strength.
- Dual PG13.5 conduit entries for flexible wiring.
- Operating temperature approx. -25°C to +80°C.
Reliable Machine Guard Interlocking
Safety interlock switches such as the FX693-E3M2 are essential for protecting operators by monitoring guard doors and access panels. When the actuator is disengaged, the switch interrupts the control circuit and immediately stops machinery.
The positive opening contact system guarantees physical separation of contacts even in the event of internal failure, ensuring dependable safety performance in critical industrial applications.
Typical Applications
- Machine guarding and safety doors.
- Industrial automation and production machinery.
- Packaging and processing equipment.
- Access control on hazardous machinery.
- Conveyor and material handling systems.
- OEM machine building and safety circuits.
Technical Specifications
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| Housing Material | Technopolymer | |
|---|---|---|
| Connection | Cable entry PG13.5 | |
| Product Series | Pizzato FX | |
| Device Type | Guard-locking switch | |
| Current | 10 A | |
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Contacts | 1NO + 1NC | |
| Safety Switch Type | Tongue interlock | |
| Series | FX Series | |
| Product type | Safety interlock switch with separate actuator | |
| Contact configuration | 1NO + 1NC, slow action | |
| Positive opening | Yes | |
| Rated voltage | up to 500 V AC / 250 V DC | |
| Rated current | up to 10 A | |
| Protection rating | IP67 | |
| Housing material | Technopolymer | |
| External components | Stainless steel | |
| Cable entry | 2 × PG13.5 | |
| Mechanical durability | up to 20 million operations | |
| Operating temperature | -25°C to +80°C | |
| Mounting type | Machine / panel mounting | |
| Actuator | Separate (not included) | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FX693-E3M2 used for?
This switch is used for safety interlocking of machine guards to ensure machinery stops when access doors or protective covers are opened.
What contact configuration does it have?
The FX693-E3M2 features 1 normally open and 1 normally closed contact with slow-action switching.
What does positive opening mean?
Positive opening ensures contacts physically separate even in case of failure, guaranteeing safe circuit interruption.
Is the FX693-E3M2 suitable for harsh environments?
Yes, it has an IP67 protection rating, making it suitable for demanding industrial environments.
Does it include the actuator?
No, the actuator must be purchased separately depending on the application.
Trusted by Machine Safety Engineers
Pizzato FX series safety switches are widely trusted by industrial engineers for reliable machine protection, combining durability, compliance and consistent performance in demanding environments.
