Why Choose the Pizzato FC 309-M2 Rope Position Switch?
The Pizzato FC 309-M2 is a robust rope-operated position switch for signalling in industrial machinery and automation systems. As part of the Pizzato FC series, it combines a durable metal housing with a practical rope-operated head for remote status detection and mechanical signalling.
Its B3 snap-action contact block provides one normally open and one normally closed contact, enabling two complementary switching signals from a single device. The snap-action mechanism provides decisive contact changeover when the operating rope actuates the switch.
With an IP67 protection rating, powder-coated metal enclosure and operating temperature range of −25 to +80 °C, the FC 309-M2 is suitable for demanding industrial environments. A standard M20 × 1.5 threaded conduit entry supports secure cable installation.
Key Advantages
- Purpose-designed rope-operated position switch for industrial signalling.
- 1NO + 1NC snap-action contacts provide complementary switching outputs.
- Rugged powder-coated metal housing for demanding machinery environments.
- IP67 enclosure protection against dust and temporary water immersion.
- Mechanical endurance of up to 20 million operating cycles.
- Can be installed in any mounting position for flexible machine integration.
Key Features
- Pizzato FC series position switch.
- Rope-operated head for signalling applications.
- B3 contact block with 1NO + 1NC snap-action contacts.
- Metal housing with one threaded conduit entry.
- M20 × 1.5 cable entry.
- Maximum actuation frequency of 3,600 operating cycles per hour.
- Mechanical endurance of 20 million operating cycles.
- IP67 protection according to EN 60529.
Dependable Rope-Operated Industrial Signalling
Rope-operated position switches allow a switching signal to be initiated from a point along an appropriately configured operating rope. This makes them useful for monitoring and signalling on extended machinery where direct access to a conventional plunger or lever switch may be impractical.
The FC 309-M2 combines snap-action switching with a resilient metal enclosure and complementary NO and NC contacts. Its high mechanical endurance and protected construction support reliable operation in industrial automation, conveying and material-handling equipment.
Typical Applications
- Conveyor and material-handling systems.
- Industrial machinery status signalling.
- Production and assembly lines.
- Packaging and processing equipment.
- Remote mechanical position detection.
- Factory automation and control systems.
