Loma IQ3 Metal Detector 350 x 130mm

• Detecting metallic contaminants in packaged food products such as ready meals, baked goods, and confectionery.
• Ensuring product safety and quality control for bulk dry goods like grains, flours, and spices.
• Inspecting seafood and meat products for metal fragments post-processing.
• Used in dairy production for checking cheese blocks, yoghurts, and other dairy items.
• Quality assurance for fruit and vegetable processing lines, identifying foreign objects before packaging.

Typical throughput

For this class of equipment, throughput can range from 10 to 60 metres per minute, depending on product size and weight.

Power supply

Units of this type commonly operate on a 230V, single-phase, 50Hz electrical supply.

Detection sensitivity

Typically capable of detecting ferrous, non-ferrous, and stainless steel contaminants, with sensitivity varying based on aperture size and product effect.

Conveyor belt material

Commonly features a food-grade PU (polyurethane) belt, suitable for various food environments.

Construction material

The frame and housing are typically constructed from stainless steel, suitable for washdown environments.

Operating environment

Designed for use in typical food processing environments, often with an IP65 rating for dust and water ingress.

• What types of metal can this detector identify?

  Loma IQ3 metal detectors are generally designed to identify ferrous, non-ferrous, and stainless steel contaminants within food products.

• Is this unit suitable for wet or dry products?

• What maintenance is typically required for a Loma IQ3?

• Can the conveyor speed be adjusted?

• What is the significance of the 350x130mm aperture?

Metal detectors for food processing remain reliable workhorses in quality control operations. Buyers typically value their durability and consistent contamination detection capability. When purchasing used units, inspecting calibration history and sensitivity settings proves essential. Industry sentiment favours machines with straightforward maintenance records and minimal downtime. Common strengths include robust construction, straightforward operation, and cost-effectiveness compared to new equipment. Prospective buyers should verify functional testing documentation and assess integration compatibility with existing production lines.

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