Why Choose the Pizzato FD978-E7K21 Rope Safety Switch?
The Pizzato FD978-E7K21 is a compact and reliable rope-operated safety switch with reset function, designed for emergency stop applications across industrial machinery and conveyor systems. As part of the trusted Pizzato FD safety series, it enables fast shutdown along machine lines where immediate operator intervention is required.
Constructed with a robust metal housing, the FD978-E7K21 delivers long mechanical life and consistent performance in demanding environments. Its integrated manual reset mechanism ensures that machinery cannot restart automatically after activation, supporting safe maintenance and operation.
This variant features a 2 normally closed (NC) slow-action contact configuration with positive opening, making it ideal for fail-safe safety circuits. It includes a PG13.5 conduit entry with a pre-installed cable gland for 6–12 mm cables. With an IP67 protection rating, it is engineered for reliable use in harsh industrial conditions.
Key Advantages
- Designed for emergency stop safety applications across long machinery lines.
- 2 NC contacts provide fail-safe circuit operation.
- Integrated manual reset function prevents unintended restart.
- Pre-installed cable gland (6–12 mm) for quick installation.
- IP67 protection rating for resistance to dust and water ingress.
- Reliable rope actuation enables rapid emergency response.
Key Features
- Pizzato FD series rope safety switch.
- Emergency stop with manual reset.
- 2 NC slow-action contact block (B9).
- Positive opening contacts for safety compliance.
- Metal housing for industrial durability.
- PG13.5 conduit entry with cable gland.
- Longitudinal rope actuation head for extended coverage.
Reliable Emergency Stop Protection
Rope safety switches such as the Pizzato FD978-E7K21 provide a dependable method for stopping machinery quickly in emergency situations. A tensioned rope allows operators to activate the stop function from multiple positions along the machine, ensuring rapid intervention when hazards arise.
The integrated reset mechanism ensures that the system must be manually reactivated after a stop event, preventing accidental restarts and supporting compliance with industrial safety standards such as EN ISO 13850.
Typical Applications
- Conveyor systems and material handling lines.
- Industrial production and packaging machinery.
- Emergency stop systems on compact or medium-length machinery.
- Bulk handling and processing plants.
- Safety circuits requiring dual NC contact redundancy.
- OEM machinery and industrial automation systems.
