Why Choose the Pizzato FD 7R2-C10M2 Safety Switch with Manual Mechanical Delay?
The Pizzato FD 7R2-C10M2 is a heavy-duty safety switch with manual mechanical delay designed for monitoring machine guards where hazardous movement continues for a limited period after the stop command has been activated. Part of the Pizzato FD 7R2 safety switch series, it provides mechanical guard locking with delayed actuator release without requiring electrical power or an external timing device.
The FD 7R2-C10M2 is suitable for machinery such as saws, mills and rotating equipment where mechanical inertia can maintain dangerous conditions after shutdown. Its manual delay mechanism prevents immediate actuator release, allowing the machine to reach a safer condition before access is permitted.
This model features a metal housing, M20 × 1.5 threaded cable entry, 1 NO + 1 NC slow-action overlapped contact block and a short knob with 20 s mechanical delay. The positive-opening safety contact and IP67 protection make it suitable for demanding industrial machine safety applications.
Key Advantages
- Heavy-duty manual mechanical delay safety switch for hazardous machinery.
- Provides delayed actuator release without requiring electrical timing circuits.
- 20 s manual mechanical delay helps prevent access before dangerous movement has stopped.
- 1 NO + 1 NC slow-action overlapped contacts for reliable safety monitoring.
- Metal housing provides robust protection for industrial environments.
- IP67 protection rating suitable for demanding machine installations.
- Positive-opening safety contact supports dependable safety circuit operation.
Key Features
- Pizzato FD 7R2 series safety switch.
- Manual mechanical delay locking system.
- Short knob with 20 s delay.
- 1NO+1NC slow action contact block with overlapped contacts.
- Positive opening of safety contacts.
- Metal housing construction.
- M20 × 1.5 threaded conduit entry.
- IP67 protection according to EN 60529.
- Designed for machinery with residual hazardous movement after shutdown.
Reliable Delayed Access Control for Industrial Machinery
Manual mechanical delay safety switches are designed for machines where dangerous conditions remain after the motor or drive has been stopped. The Pizzato FD 7R2-C10M2 uses a mechanical release system that keeps the actuator locked until the configured delay period has elapsed, helping prevent premature access to hazardous areas.
Because the delay mechanism operates mechanically, the switch can be installed on existing machinery without requiring additional timers or complex electrical modifications. This makes the FD 7R2-C10M2 a practical solution for upgrading machine safety systems while maintaining reliable guard access control.
Typical Applications
- Rotating machinery with mechanical inertia.
- Saws, mills and cutting equipment.
- Industrial machine guards and protective doors.
- Packaging and processing machinery.
- Manufacturing equipment requiring delayed access.
- OEM machinery safety systems.
- Maintenance access control applications.
