Cintex Sentry Metal detector

• Detecting metallic contaminants in packaged food products.
• Identifying metal foreign bodies in bulk powders or granules.
• Ensuring product safety and quality in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Protecting downstream processing equipment from metal damage.
• Complying with food safety standards and retailer codes of practice.

Typical throughput

Varies significantly based on product type and line speed; units of this class commonly handle hundreds to thousands of items per minute.

Power supply

Typically 3-phase electrical supply, often 400V, 50Hz, as indicated for this unit.

Construction material

Commonly stainless steel for hygiene and durability, suitable for washdown environments.

Detection sensitivity

Highly dependent on aperture size, product effect, and contaminant type; typically detects ferrous, non-ferrous, and stainless steel contaminants.

Reject mechanism

Pneumatic reject systems are common for automated removal of contaminated products, as seen on this unit.

Mobility

Many units are mobile on castors for flexible placement within a production line.

• What types of metal can this detector typically find?

  Units of this type are generally designed to detect ferrous (iron), non-ferrous (e.g., aluminium, copper), and stainless steel contaminants.

• Is this unit suitable for wet or washdown environments?

• What product sizes can pass through the aperture?

• Does this metal detector come with calibration certificates?

• What maintenance is typically required for a metal detector?

• Can the reject mechanism be adjusted for different products?

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