Anritsu - 2020 Anritsu Combination Metal Detector Check Weigher

Applications & Use Cases

• Ensuring product weight accuracy and detecting metallic contaminants in packaged food products.
• Quality control for pharmaceuticals, verifying correct tablet counts and identifying foreign objects.
• Inspection of cosmetics and personal care items for weight compliance and metal presence.
• Packaging lines for confectionery and snacks, maintaining consistent pack weights and safety standards.
• Processing lines for pet food, guaranteeing accurate portions and freedom from metal impurities.

Typical Specifications

Typical throughput

Units of this type commonly handle up to 200-300 packs per minute, depending on product size and weight.

Weighing accuracy

For this class of equipment, typical accuracy is ±0.5g to ±2g, varying with product weight and line speed.

Metal detection sensitivity

Commonly, units can detect ferrous, non-ferrous, and stainless steel contaminants down to 0.8mm-2.0mm sphere, depending on aperture size.

Product weight range

Typically, these machines accommodate products from a few grams up to 5-10 kg.

Power supply

Most units require a 230V, single-phase, 50Hz electrical supply.

Construction material

Equipment for this application is typically constructed from food-grade stainless steel for hygiene and durability.

Footprint

A combination unit commonly requires a footprint of approximately 1.5m to 2.5m in length and 0.8m to 1.2m in width.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What types of products can this combination unit inspect?

  This equipment is suitable for inspecting a wide range of packaged products, including food, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics, particularly those in pouches, cartons, or rigid containers.

• What are the benefits of a combination unit over separate machines?

• Is this unit suitable for washdown environments?

• What kind of maintenance is typically required?

• Can this machine handle different product sizes?

• What is meant by 'Full Retail Spec'?