FZ 1896-M2 Pizzato Safety switch for hinged doors

FZ 1896-M2 Pizzato Safety switch for hinged doors

Pizzato FZ1896-M2 hinged safety switch for monitoring machine guard door position in industrial automation systems.

SKU: FZ1896-M2Alt SKU: FZ1896M2MPN: FZ 1896-M2
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Why Choose the Pizzato FZ1896-M2?

The Pizzato FZ1896-M2 is a high-reliability industrial hinge safety switch from the established FZ series by Pizzato Elettrica, designed for precise monitoring of hinged machine guards and safety doors in automation systems.

This model uses a direct hinge-actuated mechanism to detect the angular position of protective doors, ensuring machinery only operates when guards are fully closed and correctly aligned. This improves operator safety and helps maintain compliance with industrial machine safety standards.

Built with a rugged metal housing and engineered for harsh industrial environments, the FZ1896-M2 delivers long mechanical life, stable switching performance, and reliable operation in continuous-duty applications.

Key Advantages

  • Dedicated hinge-actuated safety switch for machine guarding.
  • Reliable detection of door and guard angular movement.
  • Robust metal housing for industrial durability.
  • High mechanical endurance up to 1,000,000 cycles.
  • IP67 protection suitable for harsh environments.
  • Suitable for direct integration into safety control systems.

Key Features

  • Manufacturer: Pizzato Elettrica
  • Model: FZ1896-M2
  • Series: FZ Hinge Safety Switch Series
  • Product type: Hinged safety switch
  • Actuation type: Hinge-based mechanical actuation
  • Application: Industrial machine safety guarding
  • Housing: Metal industrial enclosure
  • Contact configuration: 1NO+1NC (slow action)
  • Protection rating: IP67
  • Operating temperature: -25°C to +80°C
  • Mechanical durability: up to 1,000,000 cycles
  • Electrical connection: M20 cable entries (series dependent)

Reliable Safety for Industrial Machinery

The Pizzato FZ1896-M2 ensures machinery operates only when hinged guards or doors are fully closed and correctly positioned. Its direct hinge-based detection reduces the risk of bypassing safety systems and improves protection in automated production environments.

It is widely used in CNC machines, robotic cells, packaging systems, and industrial automation equipment where hinged safety doors are part of the machine protection system.

Typical Applications

  • Industrial machine safety doors
  • Robotic cell guarding systems
  • Automated production machinery
  • CNC and metalworking equipment
  • Packaging and processing machines
  • OEM industrial automation systems

Technical Specifications

Brand Pizzato Elettrica
Model / SKU FZ1896-M2
Product type Hinged safety switch
Series FZ series safety switches
Application Machine guarding and safety interlocking
Housing material Metal
Operating principle Hinge-actuated position detection
Mounting type Integrated door hinge installation
Mechanical durability High-cycle industrial design
HS Code 85369095
Safety Switch Type Hinge switch
Housing Material Metal

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Pizzato FZ1896-M2 used for?

It is used to monitor the position of hinged safety doors and ensure machines only operate when guards are correctly closed.

How does it work?

It uses a hinge-based mechanism that detects angular movement of the door and switches safety contacts when the guard is opened.

Is it suitable for industrial environments?

Yes, it is designed with a rugged metal housing and IP67 protection for harsh industrial conditions.

What contact configuration does it use?

The FZ1896-M2 typically uses a 1NO+1NC slow-action contact configuration.

Where is it installed?

It is integrated directly into the hinge area of machine guards or doors for precise position monitoring.

Trusted in Global Machine Safety Systems

Pizzato FZ series hinge safety switches are widely used across manufacturing industries to improve machine safety, ensure compliance, and protect operators in automated environments.

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