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FD 1138 Pizzato Position switch for rotating levers

FD 1138 Pizzato Position switch for rotating levers

Pizzato FD1138 industrial position switch with rotating lever head and 2NC snap action contacts designed for reliable machinery position monitoring and safety applications.

SKU: FD1138Alt SKU: FD1138MPN: FD 1138
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Why Choose the Pizzato FD1138 Position Switch?

The Pizzato FD1138 is a heavy-duty industrial position switch for rotating lever applications, engineered for precise and reliable detection of machine movement in demanding automation environments. As part of the rugged Pizzato FD series, it delivers dependable switching performance, durability and long operational life.

Constructed with a robust metal housing and rated to IP67, the FD1138 is designed to withstand harsh industrial conditions including dust, moisture and mechanical stress. Its construction ensures reliable operation in continuous-duty machinery.

This model is designed for use with rotating lever actuators and incorporates a 2 normally closed (2NC) snap-action contact block with positive opening, making it suitable for safety-related applications requiring fail-safe switching behaviour.

Key Advantages

  • Heavy-duty position switch for rotating lever applications.
  • 2NC snap-action contacts with positive opening for safety circuits.
  • Durable metal housing for extended service life.
  • IP67 protection rating for harsh environments.
  • Suitable for fail-safe and safety-related switching.
  • Reliable performance in continuous-duty industrial machinery.

Key Features

  • Pizzato FD series position switch.
  • Rotating lever head (actuator supplied separately).
  • 2 normally closed (2NC) snap-action contact block.
  • Positive opening operation for safety applications.
  • Metal housing with PG13.5 conduit entry.
  • IP67 ingress protection according to EN 60529.
  • Designed for industrial control and safety systems.

Reliable Detection for Industrial Machinery

The Pizzato FD1138 is designed to detect the position of moving machine components using a rotating lever actuator. Its snap-action contacts provide fast and precise switching, ensuring reliable signal transmission in industrial automation systems.

With its positive opening NC contacts, the FD1138 is particularly suited to safety circuits where guaranteed contact separation is required, improving machine safety and compliance with modern standards.

Typical Applications

  • Safety circuits requiring normally closed contacts with positive opening.
  • Position detection in industrial machinery.
  • Rotating lever-based actuation systems.
  • Automation and control systems.
  • Conveyor and material handling equipment.
  • OEM equipment and machine building.

Technical Specifications

IP Rating IP67
Series FD Series
Product type Position / limit switch
Actuator type Rotating lever (not included)
Contact configuration 2 NC
Contact type Snap-action
Positive opening Yes
Rated voltage up to 500 V AC / 250 V DC
Rated current up to 10 A
Protection rating IP67
Housing material Metal
Cable entry PG13.5 threaded conduit
Operating temperature approx. minus 25 to plus 80 °C
Mechanical endurance up to 20 million operations
Standards compliance EN 60947-5-1, EN ISO 14119
HS Code 85369095
Contacts 2NC
Actuator Type Lever
Housing Material Metal
Positive Opening Yes
Connection PG13.5 cable entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Pizzato FD1138 used for?

This switch is used to detect the position of moving machine parts and provide reliable switching signals in industrial automation and safety systems.

What contact configuration does it have?

The FD1138 features 2 normally closed (2NC) snap-action contacts with positive opening.

Does it include an actuator?

No, the FD1138 is supplied without an actuator and is designed for use with compatible rotating lever actuators.

Why are normally closed contacts used in safety circuits?

NC contacts ensure that a circuit opens in the event of a fault or disconnection, providing a fail-safe condition for safety applications.

Is this switch suitable for harsh environments?

Yes, it features a metal housing and IP67 protection rating, making it ideal for demanding industrial conditions.

Trusted by Automation Engineers Worldwide

Pizzato FD series position switches are widely trusted for safety-critical applications thanks to their robust construction, positive opening contacts and reliable switching performance.

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