Why Choose the Pizzato FC3421 Position Switch?
The Pizzato FC3421 is a heavy-duty position / limit switch with coil spring actuator and flexible wire tip (cat’s whisker), designed for highly adaptable motion detection in industrial automation systems. As part of the robust Pizzato FC series, it provides dependable performance in demanding environments where flexibility and durability are critical.
Featuring a rugged metal housing with IP67 protection, the FC3421 offers excellent resistance to dust, moisture and mechanical stress. Its coil spring actuator with wire tip allows multi-directional actuation, making it ideal for applications where contact points vary or alignment is not fixed.
This model is equipped with a 2 NC slow-action contact configuration and positive opening operation, making it particularly suitable for safety circuits where reliable disconnection is essential.
Key Advantages
- Heavy-duty position switch for industrial automation.
- Flexible wire-tip actuator for multi-directional sensing.
- 2 NC slow-action contacts for safety-critical applications.
- Positive opening operation for reliable safety switching.
- IP67-rated metal housing for harsh environments.
- Long mechanical life with consistent performance.
Key Features
- Pizzato FC series position switch.
- Coil spring actuator with cat’s whisker tip.
- 2 normally closed contacts.
- Slow-action switching mechanism.
- PG11 / PG13.5 threaded conduit entry.
- Metal enclosure for industrial durability.
- External gasket for enhanced sealing.
- Designed for flexible, high-cycle applications.
Flexible Position Detection for Industrial Machinery
The Pizzato FC3421 is designed to detect the position of moving machine components and provide accurate switching signals to control systems. Its flexible wire-tip actuator allows reliable detection even when contact points are irregular or moving, making it ideal for dynamic machinery and complex motion paths.
Combined with its slow-action switching and positive opening contacts, this switch supports both operational control and safety functions, helping improve machine reliability and compliance with safety standards.
Typical Applications
- Machine guarding and safety interlocking systems.
- End-of-travel detection in industrial machinery.
- Conveyor and material handling systems.
- Packaging and production equipment.
- Automated manufacturing lines.
- Applications requiring flexible actuator contact.
