Why Choose the Pizzato FD519 Position Switch?
The Pizzato FD519 is a heavy-duty position switch with rolling ball piston plunger, designed for precise and reliable detection in industrial automation environments. As part of the durable Pizzato FD series, it offers long service life, consistent switching performance and excellent resistance to harsh operating conditions.
Constructed with a robust metal housing and a standard PG13.5 threaded conduit entry, the FD519 is engineered to withstand dust, moisture and mechanical stress. Its rolling ball piston plunger actuator (Ø12.7 mm) ensures smooth actuation and reduced wear, making it ideal for high-cycle industrial applications.
This model features a 1 normally open (NO) and 1 normally closed (NC) snap-action contact configuration, providing flexible switching capability for both control and signalling applications across a wide range of machinery.
Key Advantages
- Heavy-duty position switch for industrial automation.
- Rolling ball piston plunger ensures smooth and precise actuation.
- 1 NO + 1 NC snap-action contacts for flexible control logic.
- Durable metal housing designed for harsh environments.
- IP67 protection rating for resistance to dust and water ingress.
- High mechanical endurance for long-term reliability.
Key Features
- Pizzato FD series position switch.
- Rolling ball piston plunger actuator Ø12.7 mm.
- 1 NO + 1 NC snap-action contacts (B5 configuration).
- PG13.5 threaded conduit entry.
- Silver contacts for stable electrical performance.
- Reliable operation in high-vibration environments.
- Designed for continuous industrial use.
Position switches such as the Pizzato FD519 are essential for monitoring machine movement and ensuring correct process sequencing. The rolling ball plunger mechanism reduces friction and wear while maintaining precise and repeatable actuation, making it suitable for high-duty applications.
Its combination of normally open and normally closed contacts allows flexible integration into control systems, enabling both signalling and safety functions within industrial automation environments.
Typical Applications
- Position detection in automated machinery.
- Conveyor and material handling systems.
- Packaging and processing equipment.
- Industrial automation and OEM machine building.
- General-purpose industrial switching applications.
- Heavy-duty environments requiring durable components.
