Why Choose the Pizzato FC 310 Long Plunger Position Switch?
The Pizzato FC 310 is a robust industrial position switch with a long piston plunger, designed for dependable mechanical position detection in machinery and automation systems. As part of the Pizzato FC series, it combines a durable metal housing with a straightforward linear actuator.
Its B3 snap-action contact block provides one normally open and one normally closed contact, enabling complementary control or signalling outputs from a single switch. The snap-action mechanism provides decisive electrical changeover when the long plunger is actuated by a moving machine component.
With an IP67 protection rating, powder-coated metal enclosure and ambient temperature range of −25 to +80 °C, the FC 310 is suitable for demanding industrial environments. Its PG 11 threaded conduit entry enables secure connection to machine wiring.
Key Advantages
- Long piston plunger supports reliable linear position and end-of-travel detection.
- 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.
- Long piston plunger operating head.
- B3 contact block with 1NO + 1NC snap-action contacts.
- Powder-coated metal housing.
- One threaded PG 11 conduit entry.
- Maximum actuation frequency of 3,600 operating cycles per hour.
- Mechanical endurance of 20 million operating cycles.
- IP67 protection according to EN 60529.
Reliable Position Detection for Industrial Machinery
Plunger-operated position switches detect the arrival or movement of a machine component through direct linear contact with the actuator. Once the long piston plunger reaches its operating point, the internal contacts change state to provide a control, monitoring or status signal.
The FC 310 combines a durable metal enclosure with snap-action switching and complementary NO and NC contacts. Its high mechanical endurance and protected construction make it suitable for repetitive position detection in industrial automation systems.
Typical Applications
- Machine end-of-travel detection.
- Industrial conveyors and material-handling equipment.
- Production and assembly machinery.
- Packaging and processing systems.
- Machine guards, doors and access panels.
- Factory automation and control systems.
