Why Choose the Pizzato HPAA050C-10SN Safety Hinge Switch?
The Pizzato HPAA050C-10SN is a robust safety hinge switch designed to monitor hinged safety guards on industrial machinery. As part of the reliable Pizzato HP series, this device integrates the safety switching mechanism directly into the hinge, combining structural support with accurate guard position detection.
This integrated approach ensures that machinery is safely stopped when protective guards are opened, helping to protect operators and meet modern machine safety requirements. Its positive opening contacts provide dependable performance even in safety-critical applications.
The HPAA050C-10SN features a 1 normally open (NO) and 1 normally closed (NC) contact configuration with a snap-action switching mechanism. It is supplied with a 10 metre pre-wired cable, making it ideal for larger machines and installations requiring extended cable routing.
Key Advantages
- Integrated safety switch within hinge assembly for compact installation.
- 1NO + 1NC contacts for reliable safety monitoring.
- Positive opening contacts ensure safe disconnection.
- 10 metre cable allows flexible installation across large machinery.
- Durable metal housing for industrial environments.
- High protection ratings (IP67 / IP69K typical for series).
Key Features
- Pizzato HP series safety hinge switch.
- 1NO + 1NC snap-action contacts.
- Positive opening safety contacts compliant with IEC 60947-5-1.
- Metal housing construction for durability.
- 10 m integrated cable with flexible routing options.
- Available with multiple cable exit directions (rear, top or bottom).
- IP67 / IP69K protection for harsh environments.
- Designed for hinged machine guards and safety doors.
Reliable Guard Monitoring for Industrial Safety
Safety hinge switches such as the HPAA050C-10SN are designed to detect whether a protective guard is open or closed. When the guard is opened, the switch interrupts the control circuit, preventing hazardous machine movement and ensuring operator safety.
By integrating the switching function into the hinge, this design reduces installation complexity and minimises the risk of tampering. These devices are commonly used in accordance with EN ISO 14119 for interlocking devices in industrial machinery.
Typical Applications
- Industrial machine guard monitoring.
- Access doors on automated production lines.
- Packaging and processing equipment.
- Machine tools and CNC systems.
- Robotics and automated cells.
- OEM machinery and safety retrofits.
