Why Choose the Pizzato FM1301-M2 Position Switch?
The Pizzato FM1301-M2 is a heavy-duty position (limit) switch with plunger actuator, designed for precise detection of mechanical movement in industrial automation and safety systems. As part of the robust Pizzato FM series, it offers dependable performance in demanding environments where reliability and safety are critical.
Built with a rugged metal housing and equipped with a M20 x 1.5 conduit entry, the FM1301-M2 is engineered to withstand dust, moisture and mechanical stress. Its short piston plunger actuator ensures accurate and repeatable switching, making it ideal for position monitoring and end-of-travel detection in industrial machinery.
This model features a 2 NC slow-action contact configuration with positive opening contacts, ensuring reliable disconnection in safety circuits. Designed without automatic reset, it is well suited for controlled industrial processes and safety-related control systems.
Key Advantages
- Reliable position switch for industrial automation.
- 2 NC slow-action contacts for safety signalling applications.
- Positive opening mechanism ensures safe disconnection.
- Compact plunger actuator design for precise detection.
- Durable metal enclosure for long service life.
- IP67 protection rating for harsh industrial environments.
Key Features
- Pizzato FM series position switch.
- Short piston plunger actuator for accurate actuation.
- 2 normally closed (NC) contacts with slow-action switching.
- Positive opening contacts for safety compliance.
- Metal housing with M20 x 1.5 conduit entry.
- Contacts are shifted and spaced for improved reliability.
- No automatic reset function.
Reliable Safety and Position Detection
Position switches such as the Pizzato FM1301-M2 are widely used in industrial automation systems to detect the movement or position of machine components. The plunger actuator responds to linear motion, ensuring accurate and repeatable switching in safety-critical applications.
Thanks to its positive opening contacts, the FM1301-M2 is particularly suited for safety circuits where guaranteed disconnection is required, even in the event of contact welding, enhancing overall machine safety.
Typical Applications
- Machine safety circuits and interlock systems.
- End-of-travel detection in industrial machinery.
- Conveyor and material handling systems.
- Packaging and processing equipment.
- Automated production lines.
- OEM automation and control systems.
