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FX 996-M1 Pizzato Safety switch for hinged doors
Pizzato FX996-M1 safety switch for hinged doors with 2 NC slow-action contacts, IP67/IP69K protection and technopolymer housing for industrial safety applications.
£17.99
Why Choose the Pizzato FX996-M1 Safety Switch?
The Pizzato FX996-M1 is a robust safety switch for hinged doors, designed to provide reliable position monitoring and machine guarding in industrial environments. As part of the durable Pizzato FX 996 series, it is engineered for dependable performance in standard-duty automation and safety applications.
Manufactured with a high-strength technopolymer housing, the FX996-M1 offers excellent resistance to mechanical stress, vibration and environmental exposure. Its compact design allows for easy integration into machine guards while maintaining consistent switching accuracy and long service life.
This model features 2 normally closed (NC) slow-action contacts with positive opening operation, ensuring fail-safe behaviour in safety circuits. With IP67 and IP69K protection ratings, it is suitable for harsh industrial environments including washdown applications.
Key Advantages
- Reliable safety switch for hinged doors in industrial machinery.
- 2 NC contacts for fail-safe safety circuit integration.
- Durable technopolymer housing for long operational life.
- IP67 / IP69K protection for harsh and washdown environments.
- Positive opening contacts for enhanced safety compliance.
- Compact and easy to install on machine guards.
Key Features
- Pizzato FX 996 series safety switch.
- Hinged door monitoring design.
- 2 NC slow-action contacts (B9).
- Positive opening mechanism for safety circuits.
- Technopolymer enclosure with high mechanical strength.
- Two PG13.5 conduit entries for flexible wiring.
- Standard actuator with hole for hinge applications.
- Designed for reliable performance in standard-duty environments.
Reliable Door Monitoring for Industrial Machinery
Safety switches such as the Pizzato FX996-M1 are essential components in machine safety systems. They monitor the position of guards and ensure hazardous machine movement is stopped when safety conditions are not met, helping to protect personnel and maintain compliance with industrial safety standards.
The FX 996 series is widely used by automation engineers and OEM machine builders due to its durability, ease of installation and dependable switching performance across a wide range of industrial applications.
Typical Applications
- Machine guarding and hinged door safety systems.
- Industrial automation and control panels.
- Packaging and production machinery.
- Conveyor and material handling systems.
- Food processing and washdown environments.
- OEM machinery and engineering solutions.
Technical Specifications
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| Housing Material | Technopolymer | |
|---|---|---|
| Connection | Cable entry PG13.5 | |
| Product Series | Pizzato FX | |
| Device Type | Hinge switch | |
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Contacts | 2NC | |
| Safety Switch Type | Hinge switch | |
| Series | FX 996 | |
| Product type | Safety switch for hinged doors | |
| Contact configuration | 2 NC (slow action, B9) | |
| Positive opening | Yes | |
| Housing material | Technopolymer | |
| Protection rating | IP67 / IP69K | |
| Connection | Screw terminals, PG13.5 conduit entries | |
| Actuator type | Standard actuator with hole | |
| Mounting type | Surface mounting on doors or frames | |
| Operating temperature | approx. -25 to +80 °C | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FX996-M1 used for?
This safety switch is used to monitor hinged doors and ensure machines stop when safety guards are opened.
What contact configuration does this switch have?
The FX996-M1 features 2 normally closed (NC) slow-action contacts for safety circuit applications.
Why are NC contacts used in safety switches?
Normally closed contacts provide fail-safe operation, ensuring the circuit opens if a fault or interruption occurs.
Is this switch suitable for harsh environments?
Yes, it offers IP67 and IP69K protection, making it suitable for dusty, wet and washdown environments.
Where is this switch typically installed?
It is mounted on hinged doors or safety guards to monitor access and ensure safe machine operation.
Trusted by Industrial Engineers Worldwide
Pizzato FX 996 safety switches are trusted globally for their robust construction, reliable safety performance and consistent operation in industrial machine guarding applications.
