Pizzato FP221 position switch with flexible cat’s whisker actuator, snap-action contacts and IP67 protection for precision industrial detection applications.
£19.30
The Pizzato FP221 is a reliable industrial position switch designed for accurate mechanical detection and machine control applications. Part of the Pizzato FP Series position switches, it features a coil spring actuator with cat’s whisker design, providing flexible and dependable position sensing for industrial automation systems.
Designed for demanding industrial environments, the FP221 combines a robust glass-reinforced technopolymer housing with dependable switching performance. Its compact construction and IP67 protection rating make it suitable for machinery applications where resistance against dust and water ingress is required.
The Pizzato FP221 includes a 2x(1NO+1NC) snap action contact block and a PG13.5 threaded conduit entry, allowing straightforward integration into industrial electrical systems. It is ideal for monitoring machine movement, component position and operating conditions in automated equipment.
The Pizzato FP221 provides accurate mechanical feedback by detecting movement and position changes within industrial machinery. Position switches are essential components in automation systems where reliable detection, repeatable switching and durable operation are required.
The FP Series is engineered for industrial applications requiring rugged construction, flexible actuator solutions and consistent electrical performance. The FP221 supports efficient machine monitoring and dependable automation control.
| Current | 10 A |
|---|---|
| IP Rating | IP67 |
| Series | FP Series |
| Product type | Position limit switch |
| Actuator type | Coil spring with wire tip (cat’s whisker) |
| Contact configuration | 2 × (1 NO + 1 NC) |
| Contact type | Snap-action |
| Rated voltage | up to 500 V AC / 250 V DC |
| Rated current | up to 10 A |
| Protection rating | IP67 |
| Housing material | Technopolymer |
| Operating temperature | approx. -25°C to +80°C |
| Electrical connection | PG13.5 conduit entry |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
The Pizzato FP221 is used as an industrial position switch for detecting mechanical movement and monitoring machine component positions.
The FP221 uses a coil spring actuator with cat’s whisker for flexible and reliable mechanical sensing.
The FP221 features a 2x(1NO+1NC) snap action contact block for dependable switching control.
The switch provides an IP67 protection rating according to EN 60529, protecting against dust and water ingress.
The FP221 uses a PG13.5 threaded conduit entry for industrial electrical installation.
Pizzato FP Series position switches are used worldwide in industrial automation applications where reliable mechanical detection, durable construction and consistent performance are required.
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