Why Choose the Pizzato FD 738-M2 Position Switch?
The Pizzato FD 738-M2 is a heavy-duty position switch for rotating levers, engineered for precise and reliable mechanical detection in industrial automation and machine safety systems. As part of the robust Pizzato FD series, it delivers long service life and consistent switching performance in demanding environments.
This M2 variant features a metal housing with M20 × 1.5 threaded conduit entry, ensuring compatibility with standard industrial cable glands. It incorporates a 1NO + 1NC slow action contact block with overlapped contacts (B7), providing stable switching behaviour and improved signal continuity during transitions.
With an IP67 protection rating and positive opening, the FD 738-M2 is designed to operate reliably in harsh industrial environments exposed to dust, moisture and mechanical stress, while maintaining safety integrity in critical control circuits.
Key Advantages
- Heavy-duty position switch for rotating lever applications.
- 1NO + 1NC contact configuration for flexible control circuits.
- Slow action with overlapped contacts for stable switching transitions.
- Positive opening ensures safe disconnection in safety circuits.
- M20 × 1.5 conduit entry for standard industrial wiring.
- IP67 protection rating for resistance to dust and water ingress.
Key Features
- Pizzato FD series heavy application position switch.
- FD 738-M2 model for rotating lever heads.
- Metal housing with industrial-grade construction.
- M20 × 1.5 cable entry (no gland supplied).
- 1 normally open + 1 normally closed contact.
- Slow action switching with overlapped contacts (B7).
- Silver contact material.
- Positive opening function.
- IP67 protection rating according to EN 60529.
Reliable Position Monitoring for Industrial Machinery
Position switches such as the Pizzato FD 738-M2 are used to detect movement and position in industrial machinery. The rotating lever configuration enables accurate detection of cams, guards and moving components, converting mechanical motion into stable electrical signals.
The FD series is engineered for heavy-duty environments, offering high mechanical strength and long service life. The slow action overlapped contact design ensures continuous electrical contact during switching transitions, improving reliability in critical control and safety applications.
Typical Applications
- Machine position and end-of-travel detection.
- Industrial automation and control systems.
- Conveyor and material handling equipment.
- Packaging and production machinery.
- Safety interlocking and monitoring circuits.
- Heavy-duty industrial installations.
