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FZ 18C5 Pizzato Safety switch with slotted hole lever
Pizzato FZ18C5 lever-actuated safety switch with slotted-hole lever for machine guard monitoring in industrial automation systems.
Why Choose the Pizzato FZ18C5?
The Pizzato FZ18C5 is a durable industrial lever-actuated safety switch from the reliable FZ series by Pizzato Elettrica, designed for precise monitoring of machine guards, sliding doors, and protective panels in industrial automation systems.
This model uses a slotted-hole lever mechanism to detect movement or misalignment of safety guards, ensuring machinery only operates when protective doors are correctly closed. It is widely used in industrial safety applications where dependable mechanical position monitoring is required for operator protection and machine compliance.
Built with a rugged industrial metal housing, the FZ18C5 delivers long mechanical life, stable switching performance, and reliable operation in continuous-duty environments.
Key Advantages
- Reliable lever-actuated safety switch for machine guarding.
- Slotted-hole lever design for flexible installation adjustment.
- Rugged metal housing for industrial durability.
- High mechanical endurance up to 1,000,000 cycles.
- IP67 protection suitable for harsh industrial environments.
- Positive opening safety contacts for enhanced reliability.
Key Features
- Manufacturer: Pizzato Elettrica
- Model: FZ18C5
- Series: FZ Safety Switch Series
- Product type: Safety switch with slotted-hole lever
- Actuation type: Mechanical lever actuation
- Application: Industrial machine safety guarding
- Housing: Metal industrial enclosure
- Contact configuration: 3NC slow action (FZ18C5 variant family) ([turn0search14])
- Protection rating: IP67 (series standard)
- Rated current: up to 10A (typical FZ series)
- Rated voltage: up to 250VAC (typical FZ series)
- Conduit entry: PG13.5 threaded entry (series dependent)
Reliable Safety for Industrial Machinery
The Pizzato FZ18C5 ensures machinery only operates when safety guards are correctly closed and aligned. Its lever-based detection system provides accurate and repeatable monitoring of door position, even in environments with vibration, dust, or frequent mechanical movement.
It is commonly used in automated production lines, CNC machines, packaging systems, and industrial equipment where reliable guard monitoring is essential for operator safety and compliance.
Typical Applications
- Industrial machine safety doors
- Automated production machinery
- CNC and metalworking equipment
- Packaging and processing systems
- Robotic safety guarding systems
- OEM industrial automation systems
Technical Specifications
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| Device Type | Safety limit switch | |
|---|---|---|
| Product Series | Pizzato FZ | |
| Safety Switch Type | Safety limit switch | |
| Housing Material | Metal | |
| Brand | Pizzato Elettrica | |
| Model / SKU | FZ18C5 | |
| Product type | Safety limit switch | |
| Series | FZ series safety switches | |
| Application | Machine guarding and safety interlocking | |
| Housing material | Industrial-grade metal construction | |
| Operating principle | Slotted lever mechanical actuation | |
| Mounting type | Adjustable lever mounting | |
| Mechanical durability | High-cycle industrial design | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato FZ18C5 used for?
It is used to monitor the position of machine guards and ensure machinery only operates when safety doors are closed.
What contact configuration does it use?
It typically uses a 3NC slow-action safety contact configuration for machine safety circuits.
Is it suitable for industrial environments?
Yes, it features a rugged metal housing and IP67 protection for harsh industrial conditions.
How does it work?
It uses a slotted-hole lever mechanism that detects movement or misalignment of protective guards and switches safety contacts.
Where is it installed?
It is mounted near machine guards or doors where the lever can accurately detect movement or position changes.
Trusted in Global Machine Safety Systems
Pizzato FZ series safety switches are widely used across manufacturing industries to improve machine safety, ensure compliance, and protect operators in automated environments.
