Why Choose the Pizzato FM201-W3M2 Limit Switch?
The Pizzato FM201-W3M2 is a heavy-duty limit/position switch with reset function, designed for precise mechanical detection and enhanced safety in industrial automation systems. As part of the rugged Pizzato FM series, it delivers dependable performance in demanding environments where controlled restart is critical.
This model features a short piston plunger actuator combined with a W3 simultaneous reset mechanism, ensuring the switch must be reset before the machine can resume operation. Its metal housing construction provides high mechanical strength and long service life in industrial conditions.
The FM201-W3M2 is equipped with a 2 × (1 NO + 1 NC) contact configuration using snap-action switching, providing flexible control and redundancy in safety circuits. The M20 x 1.5 conduit entry enables straightforward wiring, while its robust design ensures reliable performance in harsh environments.
Key Advantages
- Reliable position detection with integrated reset function.
- Short plunger actuator for precise and repeatable actuation.
- Dual contact blocks (2 × 1NO + 1NC) for enhanced circuit flexibility.
- W3 simultaneous reset mechanism prevents unintended restart.
- Durable metal housing for industrial environments.
- IP67 / IP69K protection for resistance to dust, water and washdown.
Key Features
- Pizzato FM series position switch.
- Short piston plunger actuator.
- Integrated W3 reset device for controlled reset.
- 2 × (1 NO + 1 NC) snap-action contact blocks.
- Positive opening safety function.
- Metal housing construction.
- M20 x 1.5 threaded conduit entry.
- IP67 (EN 60529) and IP69K (ISO 20653) protection.
Controlled Reset for Safety-Critical Machinery
Limit switches with reset functionality, such as the FM201-W3M2, are widely used in safety-critical applications where machinery must not automatically restart after actuation. The integrated reset mechanism ensures operators must intentionally reset the system, improving safety and preventing unintended operation.
The Pizzato FM series is trusted by automation engineers and OEM machine builders for its robust construction, precision actuation and compatibility with industrial safety requirements.
Typical Applications
- Industrial machinery requiring controlled restart.
- Safety interlocking systems.
- Conveyor and material handling equipment.
- Packaging and production machinery.
- End-of-travel detection with reset requirement.
- OEM machine building applications.
