Application:

MPI’s Liquid Plate Magnetic Traps (LPT Series) protect product flow lines and pumps by magnetically removing ferrous contaminants from liquid and slurry product streams. LPT Series Trap Magnets provide purification of liquids and tramp metal separation for a variety of wet food processing industries, from fluid and strained products to viscous and heavy fibrous products.

Operation:

A baffle within the trap line directs the product flow toward the magnetic field, ensuring that ferrous contaminants come into contact with the powerful magnet. The area within the trap is enlarged to slow the product stream and allow increased exposure to the entire magnetic surface. Suggested placement of the trap is in horizontal lines, with the magnet element facing “up” to simplify cleaning. After product flow is terminated, the magnet is easily cleaned by removing the tri-clover clamp, lifting the magnetic element and hand-cleaning the surface.

STANDARD FEATURES:

• Powerful Rare Earth permanent magnet material for super-fine ferrous particle removal
• Type 304 stainless steel sanitary and liquid tight construction
• Quick-release clamps for easy inspection and cleaning
• For use in product streams up to 75 psi
• Operating temperature range up to 175 degrees F
• Available for line sizes from 1¼" to 3" dia. in ¼" increments

OPTIONAL FEATURES:

• Other line connection types available: bevel seat; pipe thread; or weld ends
• Permanent Alnico magnet material available for higher operating temperatures
• Different alloy stainless steel
• Abrasion resistance coatings

Download PDF: Liquid Plate Magnetic Trap Series: LPT

LPT Series Selection Chart
LPT Model Number	Pipe diameter dim. “A”		Height dim. “B”			Base diameter dim. “C”		Length dim. “D”		Unit approx. weight
	in.	mm	in.	mm	in.		mm	in.	mm	lbs.	kg
LPT-15	1.5	38	4.25	108	5.5		140	10	254	17	8
LPT-20	2	51	4.25	108	5.5		140	10	254	17	8
LPT-25	2.5	64	4.75	121	7.75		197	13.5	343	30	14
LPT-30	3	76	4.75	121	7.75		107	13.5	343	30	14

Capacities in Gallons/Minute (Liters/Minute)
LPT trap size		Product Classification
		Fluid & strained			Fibrous & crushed		Viscous or heavy		Viscous & fibrous
in.	mm	GPM	LPT	GPM		LPM	GPM	LPM	GPM	LPM
1.5	38	65	245	50		189	25	94	15	57
2	51	65	245	50		189	25	94	15	57
2.5	64	140	528	90		339	60	226	35	132
3	76	140	528	90		339	60	226	35	132
Note: Capacities can vary depending on tramp metal size, velocity and viscosity.