Mesutronic - TN-SB Metal Detector

Applications & Use Cases

• Detecting ferrous, non-ferrous, and stainless steel contaminants in packaged or bulk food products.
• Ensuring product safety and compliance with food industry standards and regulations.
• Protecting downstream processing equipment from damage caused by metal foreign bodies.
• Used in bakeries, confectioneries, meat processing, and snack food production lines.

Typical Specifications

Typical throughput

For this class of equipment, throughput can vary significantly based on product size and belt speed, commonly ranging from 10 to 60 metres per minute.

Power supply

Units of this type typically require a standard industrial power supply, commonly 230V, single-phase, 50Hz.

Detection sensitivity

Sensitivity is highly dependent on the product effect and aperture size, but units are designed to detect very small metal particles.

Belt width

This unit features a 240mm belt width, suitable for a range of product sizes and packaging formats.

Construction material

Metal detectors for food processing are typically constructed from food-grade stainless steel for hygiene and durability.

Operating environment

Designed for use in typical food production environments, often with an IP rating suitable for washdown.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What types of metal can this detector identify?

  Metal detectors like the TN-SB are designed to identify ferrous, non-ferrous, and stainless steel contaminants within food products.

• Is this unit suitable for wet or dry products?

• How is a detected contaminant typically rejected?

• What maintenance is typically required for a metal detector?

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