FP 1008-M2 Pizzato Position switch with piston plunger

FP 1808 Pizzato Position switch with piston plunger

Pizzato FP1808 position switch with piston plunger actuator, 1 NO + 1 NC slow-action contacts, IP67 protection and technopolymer housing for industrial automation and safety circuits.

SKU: FP1808Alt SKU: FP1808MPN: FP 1808
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Why Choose the Pizzato FP1808 Position Switch?

The Pizzato FP1808 is a robust industrial position switch engineered for precise detection of linear movement in demanding automation environments. As part of the heavy-duty Pizzato FP series, it delivers reliable switching performance and long operational life in industrial machinery and control systems.

This model features a piston plunger actuator, providing direct and accurate actuation for applications requiring dependable linear position detection. It is ideal for machine guarding, indexing systems and automated production equipment where repeatability and precision are essential.

With a 1 NO + 1 NC slow-action contact configuration and positive opening operation, the FP1808 is well suited to both control and safety circuits. Its durable glass-reinforced technopolymer housing and IP67 protection rating ensure reliable performance even in harsh industrial environments.

Key Advantages

  • Heavy-duty position switch for industrial automation systems.
  • Piston plunger actuator for precise linear detection.
  • 1 NO + 1 NC contacts for flexible control and safety use.
  • Positive opening contacts enhance safety compliance.
  • IP67 protection rating suitable for harsh environments.
  • Technopolymer housing provides durability and corrosion resistance.

Key Features

  • Pizzato FP series position switch.
  • Piston plunger actuator head.
  • 1 NO + 1 NC slow-action contacts (close operation).
  • Positive opening mechanism for safety circuits.
  • Silver contact elements for reliable conductivity.
  • PG13.5 cable entry (no gland supplied).
  • IP67 ingress protection (EN 60529).
  • Glass-reinforced technopolymer housing.
  • Operating temperature approx. -25 to +80 °C.

Accurate Linear Detection for Safety and Control

The Pizzato FP1808 is designed for applications requiring precise detection of linear movement. The piston plunger actuator ensures direct contact with moving components, delivering reliable and repeatable switching even in high-cycle industrial environments.

Its combination of normally open and normally closed contacts provides flexibility for both control and monitoring functions, while the positive opening feature enhances safety in critical circuits.

Typical Applications

  • Machine guarding and safety systems.
  • Linear positioning and indexing mechanisms.
  • Packaging and production machinery.
  • Industrial automation lines and machine tools.
  • General mechanical position detection.

Technical Specifications

IP Rating IP67
Series FP Series
Product type Position / limit switch
Contact configuration 1 NO + 1 NC
Contact type Slow action
Actuator type Piston plunger
Housing material Glass-reinforced technopolymer
Cable entry PG13.5
Protection rating IP67
Operating temperature -25 to +80 °C
Standards IEC / EN 60947-5-1, EN 60529
HS Code 85369095

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Pizzato FP1808 used for?

This switch is used to detect linear movement or position in industrial automation and machinery systems.

What actuator does the FP1808 use?

It uses a piston plunger actuator for precise and direct actuation.

What contact configuration does it have?

The switch features 1 normally open (NO) and 1 normally closed (NC) slow-action contact.

Is it suitable for safety applications?

Yes, the positive opening contacts make it suitable for safety-related circuits.

What temperature range can it operate in?

The device operates approximately between -25 and +80 °C.

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Pizzato FP series position switches are widely trusted for their durability, precision and consistent switching performance in demanding industrial automation environments.

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