Reliable Magnetic Separation for Liquid and Slurry Applications

Magnetic Products Inc. (MPI) Plate Liquid Trap Magnets are specifically engineered to eliminate ferrous contaminants from liquids, slurries, and semi-liquid materials. These magnets feature a flat magnetic plate housed in a durable casing, allowing for effective contaminant removal within a compact design. They are perfect for applications in food processing, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and industrial manufacturing, maintaining product purity and safeguarding downstream equipment. Capable of extracting tramp metal from dense, fibrous, or chunky slurries, these externally mounted magnets can be outfitted with one or two plates to enhance strength while ensuring uninterrupted product flow. The Trap Magnet — Plate Design — is intended to safeguard liquid and slurry pipelines and pumps by magnetically extracting ferrous contaminants from product streams. The LPT Series Trap Magnets specialize in purifying liquids and separating tramp metal for various wet food processing industries, accommodating both fluid and strained products, as well as viscous and heavily fibrous materials.

Benefits of the Liquid Processing Plate Magnet From Magnetic Products, Inc

  • Protects Equipment & Ensures Product Purity

Prevents tramp metal contamination, safeguarding pumps, valves, and processing equipment while maintaining consistent product quality and regulatory compliance.

  • Optimized for Thick & Viscous Liquids

    Designed to extract metal contaminants from fibrous, chunky, or high-viscosity materials, ensuring efficient filtration even in challenging applications.

  • Compact & Seamless Inline Integration

The externally mounted design allows for easy installation into existing liquid and slurry processing lines without disrupting flow.

  • Low-Maintenance & Easy Cleaning

Quick-access design allows for fast contaminant removal, minimizing downtime and improving operational efficiency.

  • High-Efficiency Magnetic Separation

The flat plate magnetic design provides maximum surface contact, effectively capturing fine and coarse ferrous contaminants to protect processing equipment.

  • Hygienic & FDA-Compliant Design

Smooth surfaces and food-grade materials make it ideal for sanitary applications in food, pharmaceutical, and chemical processing.

  • Customizable Configurations

Available in single-plate or dual-plate configurations, with various sizes and magnetic strengths to meet specific processing needs.

  • Durable Stainless-Steel Construction

Built with 100% corrosion-resistant stainless steel, ensuring long-lasting performance in harsh processing environments.

Liquid Processing Plate Magnet Product Details

How It Works

MPI Liquid Plate Magnets are inline magnetic separators engineered to eliminate ferrous contaminants from liquids, slurries, and semi-liquid materials across food processing, pharmaceutical, chemical, and industrial sectors. By employing a high-strength magnetic plate, these units effectively capture and retain tramp metal, guaranteeing product integrity, equipment safeguarding, and enhanced process efficiency.

The powerful magnetic field efficiently attracts both fine and coarse ferrous contaminants, ensuring elevated product purity. A baffle system, along with an enlarged trap area, prolongs the contact time between contaminants and the magnetic plate, bolstering efficiency. Designed to uphold continuous flow while optimizing contaminant capture, these systems prevent blockages and pressure loss. They are also resistant to corrosion and offer long-term reliability, even in high-moisture or acidic conditions. Quick-release clamps and a user-friendly plate design facilitate rapid, tool-free maintenance, minimizing downtime. By preventing metal contamination, they reduce the risk of pump damage, production halts, and costly repairs. These magnets are available in various sizes and strengths to meet specific processing needs.

Inline Installation & Product Flow Optimization

The Plate Liquid Trap Magnet is directly integrated into horizontal liquid or slurry processing lines. An optimally placed internal baffle directs the product flow toward the magnetic plate, ensuring maximum exposure to the magnetic field. The trap housing is enlarged to decelerate product flow, providing contaminants more time for effective capture by the magnetic plate.

Magnetic Contaminant Capture

As liquids, purees, or fibrous slurries flow through the trap, the high-intensity magnetic plate creates a robust magnetic field that draws and securely retains ferrous contaminants. The flat plate design maximizes the magnetic surface area in contact with metal contaminants for efficient separation. Captured contaminants remain fixed on the magnetic surface, preventing re-entry into the product stream.

Gravity-Assisted Collection & Separation

Non-magnetic particles naturally settle in the sump at the trap's base, further enhancing overall separation efficiency. This dual-action separation approach ensures that both ferrous and non-ferrous contaminants are effectively eliminated from the product stream.

Easy Cleaning & Maintenance

Once product flow is halted, cleaning is straightforward and quick: Disengage the tri-clover clamp to access the magnetic plate. Lift the magnetic element out of the trap housing. Gently remove the accumulated ferrous contaminants from the plate’s surface. Reinstall the plate and secure the trap to resume operation. The horizontal mounting configuration with the magnetic element facing upward simplifies accessibility and maintenance.

Ensuring Product Purity & Processing Efficiency

MPI Liquid Plate Magnets offer a robust, low-maintenance solution for ferrous contaminant removal in liquid and slurry processing systems. Their optimized flow design, strong magnetic separation, and easy cleaning procedures make them an ideal choice for industries that demand high product purity and equipment protection.

For tailored solutions or further information, reach out to MPI today to find the perfect Liquid Plate Magnet for your application.

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Liquid Processing Plate Magnet Specification Table

Mpi Liquid Plate Magnet (Lpt) Specification Drawing
US Customary Units
LPT MODEL # (A) PIPE DIAMETER (IN.) (B) CENTERLINE HEIGHT (IN.) (C) BASE DIAMETER (IN.) (D) OVERALL LENGTH (IN.) APPROX. WEIGHT (LBS)
LPT-151.527.7811.5017
LPT-20227.7811.5017
LPT-252.527.7811.5030
LPT-30327.7811.5030

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