Why Choose the Pizzato FD 1338 Position Switch?
The Pizzato FD 1338 is a robust position switch for rotating levers, designed for industrial machine control, safety monitoring and heavy-duty automation applications. As part of the Pizzato FD series, it combines a durable metal housing with dependable electromechanical switching for use in demanding environments.
This switch features a regular head for rotating levers and a 2NC slow action contact block with shifted and spaced contacts. The positive opening function makes it suitable for safety-related machine applications where reliable opening of normally closed contacts is required when the actuator is operated correctly.
With an IP67 protection rating according to EN 60529 and a PG 13.5 threaded conduit entry, the FD 1338 is well suited to industrial panels, machine frames, guarding systems and mechanical position detection tasks where strength, repeatability and environmental protection are important.
Key Advantages
- Heavy-duty position switch for rotating lever operation.
- Durable metal housing for industrial environments.
- 2NC slow action contacts with shifted and spaced contact arrangement.
- Positive opening for safety-related control circuits.
- IP67 protection rating for resistance to dust and water ingress.
- Designed for reliable machine position monitoring and guard detection.
Key Features
- Pizzato FD series heavy application position switch.
- FD 1338 model for rotating lever heads.
- Metal enclosure with one threaded conduit entry.
- PG 13.5 cable entry for industrial wiring.
- 2 normally closed contacts.
- Slow action contact block with shifted and spaced contacts.
- Positive opening operation.
- IP67 rated according to EN 60529.
Reliable Position Monitoring for Industrial Machinery
Position switches such as the Pizzato FD 1338 are used to detect the position of moving machine parts, guards, doors, cams and mechanical actuators. The rotating lever operating format makes this switch suitable for applications where angular or passing movement needs to be converted into a reliable electrical signal.
The FD series is developed for heavy-duty applications where mechanical robustness and dependable switching are essential. The FD 1338 provides a practical solution for safety circuits, end-of-travel detection and machine automation systems requiring a strong metal-bodied switch with positive opening NC contacts.
Typical Applications
- Machine guard position monitoring.
- Conveyor end-of-travel detection.
- Industrial automation systems.
- Safety interlocking circuits using NC contacts.
- Rotating cam and lever actuation.
- Packaging, handling and production machinery.
