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Gravity Feed Metal Detector

For free falling powder and bulk products. Gravity feed type metal detectors are used i

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  • Full 2-year warranty on the complete system – giving you peace of mind
  • Hygienic food industry design-ensures compliance with good manufacturing principles
  • Harsh environment rating as standard on sensor head–ensures the unit remains stable whatever the environment
  • Semi-flexible aperture lining–resists thermal shock due to temperature change and protects the sensor for maximum operating life and minimum downtime
  • All-solid-state electronics housed on one mainboard–ensures years of reliable performance offering the lowest cost of ownership on the market
  • Intuitive menu structure–simple operation for reliable performance, no expensive service calls to adjust settings
  • Full HACCP compliance–demonstrates your due diligence, ensures you and your customers are protected
  • Full pre-sale applications and custom design service – making sure we provide the right solution, the first time
  • Satisfaction guarantee – put simply, the unit will perform as specified or we will take it back for a full refund

Gravity Feed Metal Detector

For free falling powder and bulk products.

Once installed in a gravity feed pipeline, bulk material falls through the metal detector. If any metallic contaminant, magnetic or non-magnetic is detected, the reject flap engages to promptly separate and exit the contaminant from the product stream.

METAL SHARK® Gravity Feed (GF) Metal Detectors, available in both standard and compact models, are used in gravity feed pipelines to monitor for unwanted metal contaminants in continuous flowing granules or powders, such as sugar, flour, cornmeal, and spices.

Product touching parts are made according to FDA food-grade quality standards. As bulk material flows through the metal detector, reject flaps promptly separate even the smallest metal contaminants from the product stream.

Maintenance-free design and high-quality construction ensure reliable operation in the most challenging industrial environments. Pipe diameters are available from 1/2″ to 24″. ATEX Zone 21 and 22 versions are available.

The Metal Detector GF is commonly used for:

  • Powdered milk
  • Sugar
  • Cereal
  • Proteins
  • Spices
  • Granules

The Metal Detector GF is enclosed in 100% stainless steel housing and is specifically designed for use in the food industry.

Available digital controller:  METAL SHARK® 2A

Features & Benefits of Metal Detector GF

A mounting frame with an integrated metal-free zone allows for exceptionally quick and easy installation.

Sturdy design: A rock-solid sensor head and mounting frame design ensure consistent reliability and performance. The METAL SHARK® Gravity Feed can be located even near machines that vibrate.

Multiple reject options: The EX-P reject system with dust sealing is recommended for powders. The EX-S reject system is best suited for applications with fast-flowing products. The EX-K reject system is built to withstand the challenges of abrasive products and will not wear out.

Various downpipe types: white PVDF (with FDA), black antistatic pipes (with FDA), nylon, ceramic and others.

Gravity Feed Metal Detector

US Customary Units

Model # Dia. Flow Opening
(OD)
Overall Height (A) MD Height (B) MD Width (C) MD Depth (D) Typical
Material
Flow

Approximate
Sensitivity (mm)
IN IN IN IN IN FT3/HR FE AI SS
GF0100 4 23.6 15.8 17.7 12.5 700 0.5 0.7 0.8
GF0120 5 28.4 19.3 17.7 13.3 1000 0.7 0.9 1.0
GF0150 6 33.5 21.7 19.8 15.8 1500 0.8 1.1 1.3
GF0200 8 47.2 31.1 24.2 20 2600 1.2 1.6 1.8
GF0250 10 54.9 36.8 31.5 26 4000 1.5 2.0 2.3
GF0300 12 63.2 43.3 37 31.5 5800 1.9 2.4 3.0
GF0350 14 76.2 49.8 40.2 34.7 7900 2.2 2.7 3.3
GF0400 16 82.7 53.2 42.9 37.4 10300 2.4 2.9 3.6

Metric Units

Model # Dia. Flow Opening
(OD)
Overall Height (A) MD Height (B) MD Width (C) MD Depth (D) Typical
Material
Flow

Approximate
Sensitivity (mm)
MM MM MM MM MM M3/HR FE AI SS
GF0100 100 600 400 450 318 19.8 0.5 0.7 0.8
GF0120 120 720 490 450 338 28.3 0.7 0.9 1.0
GF0150 150 850 550 502 400 42.5 0.8 1.1 1.3
GF0200 200 1200 790 615 508 73.6 1.2 1.6 1.8
GF0250 250 1395 935 800 663 113.3 1.5 2.0 2.3
GF0300 300 1605 1100 940 800 164.2 1.9 2.4 3.0
GF0350 350 1935 1265 1020 880 223.7 2.2 2.7 3.3
GF0400 400 2100 1350 1090 950 291.7 2.4 2.9 3.6

  • SHARKNET® software
    • Monitor real-time inspection results and actively manage product inspection equipment from a central computer
    • Enables automatic downloading of data documentation to a Windows-based PC
    • Support required compliance with: HACCP-SQF 2000-BRC-GMP-IFS5-FSSC 22000/PAS 220
    • Remote maintenance capability by operators and Cassel technicians
    • All data is stored in an SQL database for easy export or integration if needed