Cintex Metal Detector 355mm x 160mm

• Detecting metallic contaminants in packaged food products to ensure consumer safety.
• Identifying metal foreign bodies in bulk powders or granules before further processing.
• Inspecting pharmaceutical products for metal fragments to maintain quality standards.
• Checking non-food items like textiles or plastics for unwanted metal inclusions.
• Ensuring compliance with food safety regulations and retailer codes of practice.

Typical aperture size

This unit features a 355mm wide by 160mm high aperture, suitable for a range of product sizes.

Power supply

Units of this type commonly operate on a standard industrial single-phase or three-phase supply, typically 230V or 400V, 50Hz.

Throughput

Throughput for this class of equipment typically depends on product size and conveyor speed, often ranging from 10 to 60 metres per minute.

Construction material

Most industrial metal detectors, especially for food applications, feature stainless steel construction for hygiene and durability.

Detection sensitivity

Sensitivity is typically adjustable and depends on the product effect; units are designed to detect ferrous, non-ferrous, and stainless steel contaminants.

Environmental rating

For food processing environments, units commonly have an IP65 or higher rating for washdown capability.

• What types of metal can this detector find?

  Industrial metal detectors are designed to detect ferrous (iron), non-ferrous (aluminium, copper, brass), and various grades of stainless steel contaminants.

• Is this unit suitable for wet products?

• How accurate are metal detectors of this type?

• What maintenance is typically required?

• Can this be integrated into an existing production line?

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.

General overview for this equipment type