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HP AA050C-5AN Pizzato Safety hinge switch
Pizzato HPAA050C-5AN safety hinge switch with metal housing, 1 NO + 1 NC snap-action contacts, 5 m cable and 0 degree activation angle for industrial safety applications.
£59.57
Why Choose the Pizzato HPAA050C-5AN Safety Hinge Switch?
The Pizzato HPAA050C-5AN is a heavy-duty safety hinge switch designed for monitoring hinged guards and access doors in industrial machinery. Part of the trusted Pizzato HP Series, it integrates the switching mechanism directly into the hinge, eliminating the need for external actuators and providing a compact, tamper-resistant safety solution.
Constructed with a robust metal housing, this hinge switch ensures reliable performance in demanding industrial environments. It helps maintain high levels of operator safety by ensuring that machinery cannot operate when guards are open, supporting compliance with modern safety standards.
This model features 1 NO + 1 NC snap-action contacts, a 5 metre oil-resistant PVC cable, and a 0° activation angle, delivering immediate switching response and dependable protection in safety-critical applications.
Key Advantages
- Integrated safety hinge design removes the need for separate actuators.
- Snap-action switching ensures fast and reliable response.
- 1 NO + 1 NC contact configuration for flexible safety circuit integration.
- 5 m pre-wired cable simplifies installation and reduces wiring time.
- Metal housing construction ensures durability in industrial environments.
- Oil-resistant cable suitable for demanding applications.
Key Features
- Pizzato HP Series safety hinge switch.
- Contact configuration: 1 NO + 1 NC.
- Switching type: Snap-action (quick-break).
- Activation angle: 0° for immediate response.
- Rated voltage: up to 250 V AC.
- Cable length: 5 m.
- Cable type: PVC, oil-resistant (IEC 60332-1-2).
- Housing material: Metal construction.
- Output direction: Top cable exit.
- Movable part: Right-hand configuration.
Immediate Safety Response for Hinged Guards
The HPAA050C-5AN provides instant switching thanks to its 0° activation angle, meaning the safety circuit reacts immediately when the guard begins to open. This rapid response helps prevent hazardous machine movement and improves operator safety.
By integrating the switch directly into the hinge, it eliminates alignment issues and reduces tampering risks associated with traditional actuator-based safety switches, ensuring reliable long-term performance in industrial automation systems.
Typical Applications
- Safety monitoring of hinged machine guards and access doors.
- Packaging and automated production machinery.
- Industrial conveyors and material handling systems.
- Machine tools and processing equipment.
- Robotics and automated assembly lines.
- OEM machinery and industrial automation systems.
Technical Specifications
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| Device Type | Hinge switch | |
|---|---|---|
| Product Series | Pizzato HP | |
| Contacts | 1NO + 1NC | |
| Safety Switch Type | Hinge switch | |
| Housing Material | Metal | |
| Series | HP Series safety hinge switches | |
| Product type | Safety hinge switch | |
| Housing | Metal body | |
| Contact configuration | 1 NO + 1 NC | |
| Switching action | Snap-action | |
| Rated voltage | up to 250 V AC | |
| Activation angle | 0° | |
| Cable length | 5 m | |
| Cable type | PVC, oil-resistant | |
| Output direction | Top | |
| Movable part orientation | Right | |
| Contacts material | Silver contacts | |
| Application | Safety monitoring of hinged guards and doors | |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pizzato HPAA050C-5AN used for?
This safety hinge switch monitors hinged guards and doors, ensuring machinery only operates when guards are closed.
What contact configuration does this switch have?
The device includes 1 normally open (NO) and 1 normally closed (NC) contact.
What is the activation angle?
The switch operates with a 0° activation angle, providing immediate response when the guard starts to move.
What type of connection does it use?
This version is supplied with a 5 metre pre-wired cable for easy installation.
Is the cable suitable for industrial environments?
Yes, the cable is oil-resistant PVC and compliant with IEC standards, making it suitable for industrial use.
Trusted by Industrial Safety Engineers
Pizzato HP Series hinge switches are widely trusted by machine builders and automation engineers for reliable guard monitoring, durable construction and consistent safety performance in demanding industrial environments.
