Cintex Sentry Twin-Head Metal Detector (500 x 150 aperture)

Applications & Use Cases

• Detecting metallic contaminants in packaged food products.
• Ensuring product safety and quality in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Inspecting textiles and garments for broken needles or other metal fragments.
• Quality control in plastics and recycling industries to protect machinery.

Typical Specifications

Aperture size

This unit features a 500mm wide by 150mm high aperture, suitable for a range of product sizes.

Detection sensitivity

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

Throughput

For this class of equipment, throughput can vary significantly but is commonly suitable for integration into high-speed production lines.

Power supply

Units of this type commonly require a standard industrial single-phase or three-phase electrical supply, typically 230V or 400V.

Construction material

Often constructed from stainless steel for hygiene and durability, particularly in food and pharmaceutical applications.

Rejection system compatibility

Typically designed for integration with various rejection systems such as air blast, pushers, or retracting conveyors.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What does 'twin-head' mean for a metal detector?

  A twin-head metal detector typically features two detection coils, often used to inspect products from different angles or to provide redundancy, potentially enhancing detection capabilities.

• Can this metal detector be used for wet products?

• Is calibration required for metal detectors?

• What kind of products are suitable for a 500mm x 150mm aperture?

• What maintenance is typically involved with a used metal detector?