Why Choose the Pizzato FD919-M2 Position Switch?
The Pizzato FD919-M2 is a heavy-duty position switch with rolling ball piston plunger, designed for precise detection and dependable switching in industrial automation and safety applications. As part of the robust Pizzato FD series, it delivers long service life, consistent performance and high resistance to harsh operating conditions.
Engineered with a rugged metal housing and a standard M20 × 1.5 threaded conduit entry, the FD919-M2 is built to withstand dust, moisture and mechanical stress. Its rolling ball piston plunger actuator (Ø12.7 mm) ensures smooth, repeatable actuation while reducing wear, making it ideal for high-cycle industrial environments.
This model features a 2 NC slow-action contact configuration with positive opening functionality, providing enhanced safety and reliable circuit interruption for critical applications.
Key Advantages
- Heavy-duty position switch for industrial automation.
- Rolling ball piston plunger ensures smooth and precise actuation.
- 2 NC slow-action contacts ideal for safety circuits.
- Positive opening contacts for reliable disconnection.
- Durable metal housing for harsh industrial environments.
- IP67 protection rating for resistance to dust and water ingress.
Key Features
- Pizzato FD series position switch.
- Rolling ball piston plunger actuator Ø12.7 mm.
- 2 NC slow-action contacts (B9 configuration).
- Positive opening safety functionality.
- M20 × 1.5 threaded conduit entry.
- Silver contact elements for stable electrical performance.
- Designed for high-cycle industrial applications.
Position switches such as the Pizzato FD919-M2 are essential for monitoring machine movement and ensuring correct sequencing. The rolling ball plunger mechanism minimises wear while maintaining precise and repeatable actuation, making it suitable for continuous industrial operation.
Its dual normally closed contact design is particularly suited to safety circuits, ensuring fail-safe behaviour and reliable disconnection when required.
Typical Applications
- Machine guarding and safety interlocking systems.
- Position detection in automated machinery.
- Conveyor and material handling systems.
- Packaging and processing equipment.
- Industrial automation and OEM machine building.
- Safety-critical switching applications.