Cintex Ltd - Cintex CS4000 Checkweigher

• Ensuring compliance with weight regulations for pre-packaged goods.
• Minimising product giveaway by accurately controlling fill weights.
• Detecting missing components in assembled products.
• Classifying products into different weight categories.
• Monitoring production line efficiency and identifying trends in weight variations.

Typical throughput

For this class of checkweigher, throughput commonly ranges from 100 to 300 items per minute, depending on product size and weight.

Accuracy

Units of this type typically offer accuracy down to +/- 0.5g to 1g, crucial for meeting legal metrology requirements.

Power supply

Commonly requires a standard industrial single-phase or three-phase supply, typically 230V or 400V, 50Hz.

Construction material

Frames and contact parts are typically constructed from stainless steel, suitable for food and pharmaceutical environments.

Belt width

While this unit has a 150mm belt, CS4000 models typically offer a range of belt widths to accommodate various product sizes.

Connectivity

Often includes Ethernet or serial ports for data logging and integration with factory management systems.

Environmental rating

Typically rated to IP65, allowing for washdown procedures in hygiene-critical applications.

• What kind of products is this checkweigher suitable for?

  The Cintex CS4000 is generally suitable for a wide range of packaged products, including cartons, pouches, bottles, and trays, particularly those requiring precise weight verification on a production line.

• Can this unit be integrated into an existing production line?

• What maintenance is typically required for a used checkweigher?

• Does this model comply with UK weighing regulations?

• What is the typical footprint of a Cintex CS4000?

Checkweighers are valued in food processing for reliable weight verification and compliance support. Buyers typically prioritise accuracy, speed, and ease of integration with existing production lines. When purchasing used units, inspecting calibration history, mechanical condition, and software functionality proves important. Industry sentiment favours models offering consistent performance, straightforward maintenance, and robust build quality. Durable construction and proven track records across multiple production environments remain key considerations for buyers assessing secondhand equipment.

General overview for this equipment type