Pizzato MKV12D40-T6 snap-action microswitch with roller lever actuator, SPDT contacts and screw terminals, designed for industrial automation and position detection.
£6.64
The Pizzato MKV12D40-T6 is a high-reliability snap-action microswitch with roller lever actuator, engineered for precise position detection and dependable switching in industrial automation systems. As part of the advanced Pizzato MK series, it offers enhanced durability, consistent electrical performance and long mechanical life in demanding environments.
This model features a glass fibre reinforced technopolymer housing and a roller lever actuator (approximately 48 mm), ensuring smooth, low-friction operation and reduced mechanical wear. The T6 configuration includes screw terminals with a self-lifting plate, allowing secure, vibration-resistant wiring in industrial control panels.
With a 1 NO + 1 NC changeover contact configuration and direct-action switching mechanism, the MKV12D40-T6 delivers fast response and stable signal transmission, making it ideal for machinery, conveyors and automation systems requiring reliable switching.
The MKV12D40-T6 microswitch is designed to provide fast and accurate switching signals in response to mechanical movement. Its snap-action mechanism minimises contact bounce and ensures stable electrical performance, improving reliability in industrial automation systems.
The roller lever actuator enables smooth interaction with moving components and reduces wear, making it particularly suitable for high-cycle applications such as conveyors, packaging equipment and automated production lines.
| Current | 5 A |
|---|---|
| IP Rating | IP00 |
| Series | MK Series Microswitches |
| Product type | Microswitch / limit switch |
| Contact configuration | 1 NC + 1 NO (changeover) |
| Actuator type | Roller lever |
| Lever length | approx. 47.5–48 mm |
| Switching type | Direct action (snap-action) |
| Rated current | 5 A at 250 V AC / 4 A at 24 V DC |
| Protection rating | IP00 without cover, up to IP65 with terminal cover |
| Housing material | Glass fibre reinforced technopolymer |
| Connection type | Screw terminals with self-lifting plate |
| Operating temperature | -40 °C to +85 °C |
| Mechanical durability | up to 10 million operations |
| Mounting type | Surface mounting |
| HS Code | 85369095 |
This microswitch is used for position detection and control in industrial machinery and automation systems.
The T6 version uses screw terminals with a self-lifting plate, ensuring secure and reliable electrical connections.
It features a 1 normally closed and 1 normally open contact in a changeover configuration.
The switch is rated at 5 A at 250 V AC and 4 A at 24 V DC.
Yes, it operates from -40 °C to +85 °C and can achieve up to IP65 protection with suitable terminal covers.
Pizzato MK series microswitches are widely trusted for their durability, precision and advanced contact reliability in industrial automation and machine control applications.
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