Why Choose the Pizzato FM1821 Position Switch?
The Pizzato FM1821 is a durable and precise electromechanical position switch designed for reliable position detection in industrial automation and machinery. As part of the proven Pizzato FM series, it delivers consistent performance, long mechanical life and dependable switching in demanding operating conditions.
Equipped with a coil spring actuator with cat’s whisker tip, the FM1821 is ideal for applications where flexible actuation and tolerance to misalignment are required. Its metal housing construction ensures excellent mechanical strength, making it suitable for harsh industrial environments.
With a 1NO + 1NC slow-action contact configuration and an IP67 protection rating, this position switch is designed to provide stable and secure switching performance even in environments exposed to dust, moisture and vibration.
Key Advantages
- Reliable position detection switch for industrial machinery.
- Flexible coil spring actuator with whisker tip for precise triggering.
- 1NO + 1NC contact configuration for control and signalling functions.
- IP67 protection rating for harsh industrial environments.
- Robust metal housing for long-term durability.
- Suitable for applications with variable alignment or movement.
Key Features
- Pizzato FM series position switch.
- Coil spring actuator with cat’s whisker.
- 1 normally open + 1 normally closed contacts.
- Slow-action switching mechanism.
- Metal housing construction.
- PG13.5 conduit entry.
- IP67 protection rating according to EN 60529.
- Designed for industrial automation and machine safety systems.
Flexible and Reliable Detection for Moving Machinery
The FM1821 position switch is designed to detect motion, presence and end-of-travel conditions in industrial systems. Its flexible spring actuator compensates for mechanical tolerances and misalignment, helping reduce wear and ensuring consistent switching performance over time.
Pizzato FM series switches are widely used by automation engineers and machine builders who require reliable sensing devices capable of operating continuously in demanding production environments.
Typical Applications
- End-of-travel detection in industrial machinery.
- Conveyor systems and material handling.
- Packaging and processing equipment.
- Assembly lines and automation systems.
- Machine safety and position monitoring.
- OEM machine building and integration.