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FX 693-K72 Pizzato Safety switch with separate actuator
Pizzato FX693-K72 safety interlock switch with separate actuator, 1NO + 1NC slow-action contacts, positive opening and IP67 protection for industrial machine guarding applications.
£20.60
Why Choose the Pizzato FX693-K72 Safety Interlock Switch?
The Pizzato FX693-K72 is a heavy-duty safety interlock switch with separate actuator, designed to provide reliable machine guarding and operator protection in industrial environments. As part of the robust Pizzato FX series, it ensures accurate position monitoring and dependable safety performance in automation systems.
Engineered with a durable technopolymer housing and stainless steel external components, the FX693-K72 is built for long-term use in harsh industrial conditions. Its rugged construction offers strong resistance to corrosion, vibration and mechanical wear, making it ideal for demanding applications.
This model features a 1NO + 1NC slow-action contact configuration with positive opening contacts, ensuring fail-safe operation. When the actuator is disengaged, the safety circuit opens immediately, stopping machinery and protecting personnel from hazardous motion.
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.
- Technopolymer housing with high mechanical strength.
- Stainless steel external components for durability.
- Dual PG13.5 cable entries for flexible installation.
- High mechanical durability for long operational life.
Reliable Machine Guard Interlocking
Safety interlock switches such as the FX693-K72 are essential for protecting operators by monitoring guard doors and access panels. When the actuator is removed or misaligned, the switch interrupts the control circuit and immediately stops machinery.
The positive opening contact system ensures physical separation of contacts even in the event of internal failure, delivering dependable safety performance in critical industrial environments.
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 | |
| Protection rating | IP67 | |
| Housing material | Technopolymer | |
| External components | Stainless steel | |
| Cable entry | 2 × PG13.5 | |
| Rated voltage | up to 500 V AC / 250 V DC | |
| Rated current | up to 10 A | |
| Operating temperature | -25°C to +80°C | |
| Mechanical durability | approx. 20 million operations | |
| Mounting type | Machine / panel mounting | |
| Actuator | Separate (not included) | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FX693-K72 used for?
This switch is used for safety interlocking of machine guards, ensuring machinery stops when access doors or protective covers are opened.
What contact configuration does it have?
The FX693-K72 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-K72 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, offering durability, compliance and consistent performance in demanding environments.
