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

FR 5C2 Pizzato Safety switch with slotted hole lever

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

SKU: FR5C2Alt SKU: FR5C2MPN: FR 5C2
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Why Choose the Pizzato FR5C2 Safety Switch?

The Pizzato Elettrica FR5C2 is a compact industrial safety limit switch designed for reliable position detection and machine guarding applications in automation systems. As part of the FR series, it is engineered for dependable performance in safety interlock circuits where mechanical accuracy and long service life are essential.

Built for OEM machine builders and industrial automation environments, the FR5C2 provides consistent switching for monitoring protective doors, guards, and moving mechanical components. Its robust technopolymer housing and precision snap-action contacts ensure reliable operation even in demanding industrial conditions.

The FR5C2 features a slotted lever actuator design, allowing accurate detection of mechanical movement in safety systems. It is widely used in machine guarding and interlocking applications where compliance with safety standards and reliable switching performance are required.

Key Advantages

  • Compact industrial safety switch for machine protection systems.
  • Reliable snap-action contact switching for safety circuits.
  • Positive opening contacts for enhanced safety performance.
  • Durable technopolymer housing for industrial environments.
  • High mechanical endurance for long operational life.
  • Easy integration into OEM machinery and control systems.

Key Features

  • FR series industrial safety limit switch.
  • Model: FR5C2.
  • Slotted lever actuator design for mechanical sensing.
  • Technopolymer industrial housing.
  • Contact configuration: 1NO + 1NC (snap action, B5 variant typical).
  • Positive opening safety contacts compliant with IEC standards.
  • Protection rating: IP67 (typical FR series).
  • Single threaded conduit entry (PG13.5 typical).

Reliable Safety Performance for Industrial Machinery

Safety switches such as the FR5C2 are essential components in machine protection systems. They detect the position of guards, doors, and moving machine parts, ensuring equipment is safely controlled when access points are opened or misaligned.

The FR series is widely used in industrial automation due to its reliability, compact design, and compliance with international machine safety standards. It is suitable for OEM equipment, production lines, and material handling systems requiring dependable 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
Contact configuration 1NO + 1NC (snap action)
Housing material Technopolymer
Conduit entry PG13.5 threaded entry (typical)
Protection rating IP67
Operating principle Positive opening mechanical safety interlock
Operating temperature -25°C to +80°C (typical series range)
HS Code 85369095

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the FR5C2 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 use?

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

Is the FR5C2 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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