Cintex - X-ray Machine

Applications & Use Cases

• Detecting foreign bodies (metal, glass, stone, dense plastics) in packaged food products.
• Inspecting product integrity, such as missing components or incorrect fill levels within packaging.
• Analysing fat content or bone detection in meat and poultry products.
• Checking for damaged products or packaging defects that are not visible externally.

Typical Specifications

Typical throughput

Units in this class commonly handle up to 600 products per minute, depending on product size and inspection requirements.

Power supply

Typically 230V or 400V, 3-phase, 50Hz, with specific requirements varying by model.

X-ray energy

Commonly ranges from 50kV to 100kV, suitable for various product densities and packaging types.

Detection sensitivity

For this class of equipment, sensitivity can be as fine as 0.4mm for stainless steel, depending on product and contaminant.

Conveyor belt width

Typically ranges from 200mm to 400mm, accommodating a variety of product sizes.

Environmental rating

Most industrial food-grade X-ray systems are rated to IP65 or higher for washdown environments.

Footprint

A typical unit might require a floor space 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 X-ray machine inspect?

  X-ray inspection systems are versatile and can inspect a wide range of packaged food products, including fresh, frozen, baked, and snack items, as well as products in various packaging types like pouches, cartons, and trays.

• What foreign materials can an X-ray machine detect?

• Is an X-ray machine safe for food products and operators?

• What maintenance is typically required for an X-ray inspection system?

• Can this unit integrate with existing production lines?

• What is 'SD card technology' as mentioned in the description?