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FX 993-D Pizzato Safety switch with separate actuator
Pizzato FX993-D safety interlock switch with separate actuator, 2 NC slow-action contacts and positive opening for industrial machine guarding applications.
£17.01
Why Choose the Pizzato FX993-D Safety Interlock Switch?
The Pizzato FX993-D is a compact and highly reliable safety interlock switch with separate actuator, designed for precise monitoring of machine guards and access doors in industrial environments. As part of the durable Pizzato FX series, it provides dependable safety performance in applications where operator protection and system reliability are essential.
Built with a robust technopolymer housing, the FX993-D is engineered to withstand harsh industrial conditions including dust, vibration and moisture. Its separate actuator design allows flexible installation on guard doors and moving machine parts, ensuring accurate alignment and consistent switching performance.
This model features a 2 NC slow-action contact configuration with positive opening, ensuring forced contact separation for safe and reliable operation in safety circuits.
Key Advantages
- Reliable safety interlock switch for machine guarding applications.
- 2 normally closed contacts for fail-safe circuit design.
- Positive opening mechanism ensures forced disconnection.
- Separate actuator enables flexible installation and alignment.
- Durable technopolymer housing for long service life.
- High resistance to dust, water and industrial conditions.
Key Features
- Pizzato FX series safety switch.
- 2 NC slow-action contacts.
- Positive opening (forced contact separation).
- Separate actuator with angled key.
- Technopolymer housing with high mechanical strength.
- Dual M20 conduit entries for flexible wiring.
- IP67 and IP69K protection rating for harsh environments.
Engineered for Machine Guarding and Safety Compliance
The FX993-D is designed to ensure machinery operates only when safety guards and access doors are securely closed. When the actuator is removed, the switch interrupts the safety circuit, preventing unsafe operation and protecting personnel.
Its positive opening mechanism guarantees reliable disconnection even under fault conditions such as welded contacts, making it suitable for safety-critical applications requiring dependable switching performance.
Typical Applications
- Industrial machine guarding systems.
- Safety door monitoring in automation equipment.
- Packaging and processing machinery.
- Conveyor and material handling systems.
- Robotics and automated production lines.
- Safety interlocking circuits.
Technical Specifications
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| Housing Material | Technopolymer | |
|---|---|---|
| Connection | Cable entry M20 | |
| Product Series | Pizzato FX | |
| Device Type | Guard-locking switch | |
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Contacts | 2NC | |
| Safety Switch Type | Tongue interlock | |
| Series | FX Series | |
| Product type | Safety interlock switch with separate actuator | |
| Contact configuration | 2 NC | |
| Switching type | Slow-action | |
| Housing material | Technopolymer | |
| Protection rating | IP67 / IP69K | |
| Operating temperature | approx. -25°C to +80°C | |
| Cable entry | 2 × M20 x 1.5 | |
| Mounting type | Surface / machine mounting | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FX993-D used for?
This switch is used to monitor safety guards and doors, ensuring machines only operate when protective barriers are securely closed.
What contact configuration does this switch have?
The FX993-D features 2 normally closed (NC) contacts for fail-safe operation.
What does positive opening mean?
Positive opening ensures contacts are forcibly separated even if welded, providing reliable safety operation.
What is the benefit of a separate actuator?
The separate actuator allows flexible mounting and precise alignment on machine guards and doors.
Is it suitable for harsh environments?
Yes, with IP67 and IP69K protection, it is suitable for demanding industrial environments including washdown conditions.
Trusted by Safety Engineers Worldwide
Pizzato FX series safety switches are widely trusted for delivering reliable guard monitoring, robust construction and compliance with industrial safety standards.
