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FR 796-M2 Pizzato Safety switch for hinged doors

Pizzato FR596-M2 safety hinge switch for industrial machine guarding, hinged door monitoring, and safety interlock applications.

SKU: FR796-M2Alt SKU: FR796M2MPN: FR 796-M2
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Why Choose the Pizzato FR596-M2 Safety Hinge Switch?

The Pizzato FR596-M2 is a compact and highly reliable safety hinge switch designed for monitoring hinged guards, machine doors, and protective access panels in industrial automation systems. Manufactured by Pizzato Elettrica, it delivers dependable safety signalling when a guard is opened, helping to immediately stop hazardous machine operation.

As part of the well-established FR series safety switch family, the FR596-M2 is engineered for industrial applications requiring high durability, precise actuation, and strong ingress protection. It is widely used in OEM machinery and automation systems to ensure operator safety and machine compliance.

With its technopolymer housing and integrated hinge-actuated mechanism, the FR596-M2 ensures long service life, stable switching performance, and reliable operation even in demanding continuous-use environments.

Key Advantages

  • Reliable safety hinge switch for industrial machine guarding.
  • Compact design for easy integration into hinged doors.
  • IP67 / IP69K protection for harsh industrial environments.
  • Positive opening safety contacts for operator protection.
  • High mechanical endurance up to 1,000,000 cycles.
  • Suitable for OEM automation and safety interlock systems.

Key Features

  • Pizzato FR safety switch series.
  • Model: FR596-M2.
  • Hinged guard actuation mechanism.
  • Contact configuration: 1NO + 1NC snap action (B5).
  • Technopolymer reinforced housing construction.
  • M20x1.5 cable entry for secure wiring connection.
  • Positive opening safety function.
  • Designed for industrial machine safety applications.

Reliable Safety Performance for Machine Protection

The Pizzato FR596-M2 ensures safe machine operation by detecting the opening of hinged guards and immediately triggering safety circuits. This prevents hazardous machine movement and protects operators during maintenance, setup, and access operations.

According to official Pizzato technical documentation, the FR596-M2 features IP67/IP69K protection, high mechanical durability up to 1,000,000 cycles, and is designed for harsh industrial environments such as automation systems, conveyors, and packaging machinery. (pizzato.com) {index=1}

Typical Applications

  • Industrial machine guarding systems.
  • Hinged safety doors and access panels.
  • Automation and robotic machinery.
  • Packaging and production equipment.
  • Material handling systems.
  • OEM machine safety interlocks.

Technical Specifications

IP Rating IP67
Series FR Safety Switch Series
Product type Safety hinge switch
Contact configuration 1NO + 1NC (snap action)
Protection rating IP67 / IP69K
Housing material Technopolymer
Electrical rating 6A / 250V AC
Operating temperature -25°C to +80°C
Cable entry M20x1.5
Mechanical durability Up to 1,000,000 cycles
Standards compliance EN 60947-5-1
HS Code 85369095

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Pizzato FR596-M2 used for?

It is used to monitor hinged safety guards and ensure machinery is safely stopped when access doors are opened.

What contact configuration does it use?

The FR596-M2 uses a 1NO + 1NC snap-action contact configuration for reliable safety signalling.

Is the FR596-M2 suitable for harsh environments?

Yes, it is designed with IP67/IP69K protection and a rugged technopolymer housing for industrial use.

Does it support positive opening safety?

Yes, it includes a positive opening mechanism to ensure safe contact separation during actuation.

Where is this switch typically installed?

It is typically mounted on hinged machine guards, doors, and protective panels in industrial automation systems.

Trusted in Industrial Safety Applications Worldwide

Pizzato FR series safety hinge switches are widely used by machine builders and automation engineers to ensure reliable guarding, operator safety, and compliance with international machinery safety standards.

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