FR 18C2-M2 Pizzato Safety switch with slotted hole lever

FR 5C2-M2 Pizzato Safety switch with slotted hole lever

Pizzato FR5C2-M2 safety limit switch with slotted lever actuator designed for industrial machine guarding and automation applications.

SKU: FR5C2-M2Alt SKU: FR5C2M2MPN: FR 5C2-M2
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Why Choose the Pizzato FR5C2-M2 Safety Switch?

The Pizzato Elettrica FR5C2-M2 is a reliable industrial safety limit switch designed for precise position detection and machine guarding applications in automation and control systems. Built within the FR series, it provides dependable performance in safety interlock circuits where mechanical accuracy and long-term durability are essential.

Designed for OEM machine builders and industrial automation engineers, the FR5C2-M2 ensures consistent monitoring of guards, doors, and moving machine parts. Its compact design, robust technopolymer housing, and snap-action contact system make it suitable for demanding industrial environments requiring high operational safety and reliability.

The FR5C2-M2 features a slotted hole lever actuator and sealed industrial housing, enabling accurate mechanical detection in safety systems. It is widely used in machine guarding applications where compliance with international safety standards and dependable switching performance are required.

Key Advantages

  • Compact industrial safety switch for machine protection systems.
  • High mechanical endurance for long service life.
  • Reliable positive opening contacts for safety circuits.
  • Snap-action switching for consistent signal response.
  • Technopolymer housing resistant to industrial environments.
  • Easy integration into OEM machinery and control panels.

Key Features

  • FR series industrial safety limit switch.
  • Model: FR5C2-M2.
  • Slotted hole lever actuator design.
  • Technopolymer housing construction.
  • Contact configuration: 1NO + 1NC (snap action, B5 contact block).
  • Positive opening safety contacts.
  • Protection rating: IP67 (according to FR series specification).
  • Single M20x1.5 threaded conduit entry.

Reliable Safety Performance for Industrial Machinery

Safety switches such as the FR5C2-M2 are essential components in machine protection systems. They detect the position of guards, doors, and moving parts, ensuring machinery is safely controlled by stopping or preventing operation when unsafe conditions are detected.

The FR series is widely used in industrial automation due to its reliability, compact construction, and compliance with international machine safety standards. It is suitable for OEM equipment, production lines, and material handling systems requiring consistent interlocking performance.

Typical Applications

  • Machine guarding and safety interlock systems.
  • Industrial automation equipment.
  • Conveyor and material handling systems.
  • Packaging and production machinery.
  • OEM machine building applications.
  • Safety monitoring of access doors and protective panels.

Technical Specifications

IP Rating IP67
Series FR Safety Switch Series
Product type Safety limit switch
Actuator type Slotted lever (straight)
Contact configuration 1NO + 1NC (snap action, B5 block)
Housing material Technopolymer
Conduit entry M20x1.5 threaded entry
Protection rating IP67
Operating principle Mechanical safety interlock with positive opening contacts
Ambient temperature -25°C to +80°C (typical FR series range)
HS Code 85369095

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the FR5C2-M2 used for?

It is used to monitor the position of machine guards and moving parts to ensure safe operation in industrial automation systems.

What type of actuator does the FR5C2-M2 use?

The FR5C2-M2 uses a slotted hole lever actuator for mechanical position detection.

Is the FR5C2-M2 suitable for safety circuits?

Yes, it is designed for use in industrial safety interlock and control systems.

What environments can it operate in?

It is suitable for harsh industrial environments including manufacturing, packaging, and automation systems.

Where is this switch commonly installed?

It is typically installed on machine guards, access doors, and safety panels in industrial machinery.

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Pizzato Elettrica safety switches are widely used in industrial automation and machine building applications to ensure reliable safety interlocking, precise position detection, and compliance with modern machine safety standards.

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