- Reliably detects metal contaminants in liquid and paste products
- Easy to integrate into common pipeline systems from 1″ – 6″
- Stainless steel housing and frame are easy to clean, supplied tube is CIP-capable (Cleaning In Place)
- Highest sensitivity with 4-quadrant technology
- Intuitive control and easy installation through autocalibration and teach-in wizard
- 4-quadrant technology provides maximum search performance with high reliability
- Simple setup with TeachAssistant, preset product types like salty, sweet, wet, dry etc.
- Memory for up to 250 products
- Easy to use with intuitive and multilingual menus
- 4-level password system, automatic log out after time lapse
- Easy to integrate into common pipeline systems
- Documentation of all events and metal messages
- IFS5 and HACCP reports available on the display at the touch of a button
- Optional: Data transfer to USB interface or connection to the company network via SHARKNET® software
The METAL SHARK® IN Liquid is developed for liquid and paste products. With its maintenance-free design and high-quality, hygienic construction, the metal detector is ideal for use in the food industry. The METAL SHARK® IN Liquid can be easily integrated into all common piping systems for pumps, vacuum fillers or even sausage meat filling plants. Three different valve models, optimally adapted to the respective product, guarantee a safe discharge of metallic contaminants.
- Detection unit (sensor) IN LIQUID incl. mounting frame or mobile stand with 4 rollers
- Controller METAL SHARK® Type IN LIQUID
- Reject unit (arc or butterfly)
- Pressure hose or POM pipe section made of for detection zone incl. matching connectors
- Monitoring of liquid or paste products in pipes between pump and filling station, e.g. soups and sauces, ketchup, mayonnaise, edible oil or processed cheese, creams, toothpaste and much more.
- Even sausage or meat fillings are possible (see also IN Meat)
Model Name/ID | METAL SHARK® IN Liquid |
Type | With automatic rejection (butterfly or arc) |
Overall Length | 950 to 1630 mm |
Metal Alarm | Automatic rejection |
Reject Time | 0.1 – 9.9 sec adjustable |
Air Pressure | min. 5 bar |
Delivery Pressure | 16 bar (optional: 40 bar) |
Frame | Assembly platform frame (optional: mobile stand) |
Sensitivity | Fe 0.4-0.7, Nfe 0.7-1.0, SS 0.8-1.5 mm |
Electronics | Digital signal processor, digital frequency generation, digital balance control, automatic calibration, digital noise filters, integrated flexible control functions |
Input | 2 analog 0…10 VDC (Option: 4-20 mA) ; 8 freely configurable 24 V DC signals, e.g. for reject confirmation |
Output | 2 floating: “error” and “metal” ; 8 freely configurable 24 V DC signals, e.g. for metal or acoustic alarm |
Inspection Method | High-frequency magnetic field, multi-channel operation, symmetrical receiver coils |
Metal Detection | Ferrous, non-ferrous (e.g. aluminum or copper) and stainless steel |
Product Compensation | 250 memory locations, automatic product compemnsation, TeachAssistant |
Protection Type | IP66 (optionally IP67), Controller IP66 |
Ambience | Controller: +20°C to +40°C / -4°F to 104°F, option: -40°C / -40°F or +55°C / 131°F, rel. humidity 20% up to 90% (non-condensing), >95% rel. humidity (condensing) with closed cabinet door Sensor: -30°C to +60°C / -22°F to 140°F Option: Up to +90°C / 194°F |
Product Temperature | Up to +95°C / 203°F (liquids) or up to +164°C / 327°F (steam) |
Power Supply | One phase 110-230 V AC +/-5 %, typ. consumption 20 W (max. 60 W) |
Interface | RS232, provides documentation according to HACCP- and IFS-standard, USB- or ethernet option |
Maintenance | Maintenance-free, self calibrating sensors |
Diagnostics | Integrated diagnostic software, automatic self-test |