FZ 6696-M2 Pizzato Safety switch for hinged doors

FZ 6696-M2 Pizzato Safety switch for hinged doors

Pizzato FZ6696-M2 safety limit switch for hinged door monitoring with metal housing, IP67 protection, and 1NC slow-action contact.

SKU: FZ6696-M2Alt SKU: FZ6696M2MPN: FZ 6696-M2
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Why Choose the Pizzato FZ6696-M2 Safety Limit Switch?

The Pizzato FZ6696-M2 is a robust industrial safety limit switch designed for reliable position detection and machine safety control in automation systems. As part of the well-established Pizzato FZ series, it is engineered for hinged door applications where precise switching and long-term durability are critical.

This model is commonly used to monitor the position of safety doors, guards, and hinged panels in industrial machinery. Its rugged construction and positive opening mechanism ensure dependable performance even in harsh environments with vibration, dust, and continuous mechanical operation.

With its IP67 protection rating and heavy-duty metal housing, the FZ6696-M2 delivers consistent safety performance for machine builders and automation engineers requiring reliable interlocking and position feedback.

Key Advantages

  • Reliable industrial safety limit switch for hinged door monitoring.
  • Heavy-duty metal housing for harsh industrial environments.
  • High-precision mechanical switching for accurate position detection.
  • Positive opening safety contact design for machine safety compliance.
  • IP67 protection against dust and moisture ingress.
  • Long mechanical service life for continuous operation.

Key Features

  • Pizzato FZ series safety switch.
  • Model: FZ6696-M2.
  • 1NC slow-action contact configuration.
  • Metal housing with M20x1.5 threaded conduit entry.
  • Head designed for hinged door applications.
  • Protection rating: IP67 (and IP69K in some variants).
  • Positive opening mechanism for safety circuits.
  • Designed for industrial machine guarding systems.

Reliable Safety Performance for Industrial Automation

The Pizzato FZ6696-M2 is designed for safety monitoring of hinged doors in industrial machinery. It ensures that equipment can only operate when protective guards are correctly closed, helping prevent unsafe machine access during operation.

Its durable sealed construction provides reliable operation in demanding industrial environments where dust, moisture, and vibration are present, making it suitable for continuous-duty safety applications.

Typical Applications

  • Safety doors and hinged guard monitoring systems.
  • Industrial automation machinery.
  • Packaging and production equipment.
  • Conveyor and material handling systems.
  • Robotics and automated production lines.
  • OEM machine safety interlock systems.

Technical Specifications

IP Rating IP67
Series FZ Safety Switch Series
Product type Safety limit switch (hinged door)
Housing material Metal (industrial grade)
Contact configuration 1NC slow action
Actuator type Hinged door actuator
Conduit entry 1 × M20x1.5
Protection rating IP67 (up to IP69K variant)
Positive opening Yes
Operating temperature -25°C to +80°C
Mechanical durability up to 1,000,000 cycles
HS Code 85369095
Contacts 1NC
Safety Switch Type Hinge switch
Housing Material Metal

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Pizzato FZ6696-M2 used for?

It is used for monitoring the position of hinged safety doors and guards in industrial automation systems.

Is the FZ6696-M2 suitable for harsh environments?

Yes, it features a rugged metal housing and IP67/IP69K protection rating for demanding industrial conditions.

What type of contact does it use?

It uses a 1NC slow-action contact configuration for safety circuit applications.

Does it support safety compliance?

Yes, it includes a positive opening mechanism suitable for safety interlock systems.

Where is it typically installed?

It is typically installed on hinged doors, safety guards, and machine enclosures in industrial systems.

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Pizzato FZ series safety switches are widely used in industrial automation to deliver reliable position detection, improved machine safety, and long-term durability in demanding environments.

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