SKU: FC3416Alt SKU: FC3416MPN: FC 3416
FC 3416 Pizzato Position switch with roller and stainless steel piston plunger

FC 3416 Pizzato Position switch with roller and stainless steel piston plunger

Pizzato FC3416 safety limit switch with metal housing and snap-action contacts, designed for industrial position detection and machine safety applications.

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Why Choose the Pizzato FC3416 Safety Limit Switch?

The Pizzato FC3416 is a robust and highly reliable safety limit switch designed for position monitoring and safety interlocking in industrial machinery. Engineered by Pizzato Elettrica, a trusted manufacturer of industrial safety components, this switch provides precise mechanical actuation and dependable signalling in demanding environments.

Built with a durable metal housing and high-quality internal contacts, the FC3416 is ideal for applications requiring consistent switching performance and long mechanical life. Its compact form factor allows easy installation within machine guarding systems and automated production lines.

The switch features a mechanical actuator system that ensures accurate detection of movement or position, making it suitable for safety circuits, machine interlocks and end-of-travel detection in industrial automation.

Key Advantages

  • Reliable safety limit switch for industrial automation.
  • Robust metal housing for durability in harsh environments.
  • Precise mechanical actuation for accurate position detection.
  • Designed for safety circuits and machine guarding systems.
  • Long mechanical life with consistent switching performance.
  • Compact design for easy integration into control systems.

Key Features

  • Pizzato FC series safety limit switch.
  • Durable metal enclosure.
  • Snap-action contacts for reliable switching.
  • Suitable for industrial safety and control applications.
  • Mechanical actuator for position monitoring.
  • Panel or machine-mounted installation.
  • High resistance to wear and environmental stress.

Technical Specifications

  • Manufacturer: Pizzato Elettrica
  • Series: FC Series
  • Model: FC3416
  • Product type: Safety limit switch
  • Housing material: Metal
  • Contact configuration: Typically 1 NO + 1 NC
  • Switching mechanism: Snap-action
  • Protection rating: IP67 (typical for series)
  • Mounting type: Surface / machine mounting
  • Cable entry: Threaded entry (industrial standard)
  • Operating temperature: Approx. minus 25 to plus 80 °C

Reliable Position Detection for Industrial Safety

Safety limit switches like the Pizzato FC3416 are essential components in industrial automation systems. They detect the position of moving machine parts and ensure safe operation by signalling control systems when a defined position is reached.

With its rugged construction and precise switching mechanism, the FC3416 is well suited for integration into safety circuits, helping reduce risks and improve operational reliability in automated machinery.

Typical Applications

  • Machine guarding and safety interlocking systems.
  • End-of-travel detection for moving equipment.
  • Industrial conveyors and material handling systems.
  • Packaging and production machinery.
  • Automated manufacturing lines.
  • General industrial position sensing.

Technical Specifications

IP Rating IP67
Series FC Series
Product type Safety limit switch
Housing material Metal
Contact configuration Typically 1 NO + 1 NC
Switching mechanism Snap-action
Protection rating IP67 (typical for series)
Mounting type Surface / machine mounting
Cable entry Threaded entry (industrial standard)
Operating temperature Approx. minus 25 to plus 80 °C
HS Code 85369095

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Pizzato FC3416 used for?

This safety limit switch is used to detect the position of machine components and provide reliable switching signals in industrial automation and safety systems.

Is the FC3416 suitable for safety applications?

Yes, it is designed for use in safety circuits and machine guarding systems where reliable position detection is required.

What type of contacts does this switch have?

The switch typically features a combination of normally open and normally closed snap-action contacts for versatile control applications.

Can this switch be used in harsh environments?

Yes, the robust metal housing and high protection rating make it suitable for industrial environments with dust and moisture.

Where is this switch typically installed?

It is mounted directly onto machinery or control panels to monitor movement and ensure safe machine operation.

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Pizzato safety limit switches are trusted by automation engineers and machine builders for their durability, precision and consistent performance in demanding industrial environments.

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