
Throat (Drop-Through) Metal Detector
A throat metal detector sits in the product drop between the weigher and the bag former of a VFFS machine and inspects the free-falling product for metal before it is packed.
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Throat Metal Detector specifications
| Type | Throat (drop-through / gravity) metal detector |
| Position | Between weigher and VFFS bag former |
| Function | Detects metal in free-falling product |
| Size / capacity | Set per project — send us your product and line |
| Warranty | 1 year |
Size, capacity and model are chosen with the packing machine for your product, pack and line speed; we confirm them in the quotation.
Features
- Inspects product before it is bagged
- Fits in the drop of a VFFS line
- No extra conveyor length needed
Complete system
- Detector in the product drop
- Reject gate
- VFFS packing machine
More supporting equipment
What it packs
- Granules
- Snacks
- Powders on VFFS lines
Options
- Sized to your product, pack and line speed
- Delivered and tested together with the packing machine
To quote the Throat Metal Detector, send us
- Your product name and a photo (and whether it flows freely)
- Fill weight or volume per pack and the tolerance you need
- Package type and size — a photo of a pack you like helps
- Target speed or daily output, and the voltage at your factory
Throat Metal Detector — FAQ
Can it be added to an existing VFFS?
Usually, if there is room in the drop above the bag former. Send a photo of your machine and the drop height.
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