Free fall metal detector QUICKTRON 03 E
The gravity metal detector QUICKTRON 03 E is used to detect and reject metal contaminants from bulk materials gravitationally transported in pipelines. It is often used for detecting metals in plastic foil flakes.
As the gravity-fed foil flakes could clog the pipeline, this detector is fitted with a double reject flap. This prevents pipe clogging and minimizes good material loss without the interruption of the material flow.
The detector is equipped with high-quality components ensuring the maximum endurance of the entire device.
The control unit is very simple to operate, stable and resistant.
Principle advantages of a gravity free-fall style metal detector
- Metal detector for detection from foil flacons.
- Automatic detection and separation of metals without the interrption of the production process.
- All metals both free and hidden in the material are detected..
- Evaluation electronics with synoptically organized buttons for easy putting in operation and control.
- Double flap and big diameters of pipeline available ensure the fluent flow of material and it is at very light v-shaped flacons.
Working principle
The metal detector of the Quicktron series is installed into a pipeline used for the transport of free-falling bulk materials.
The inspected material passes through the reject assembly. If the material is contaminated with metal particles, the contaminant in the product stream alters the high frequency field generated by the search coil. The electronics evaluate this signal and generate an impulse for the solenoid valve and double actuating air cylinder of the reject assembly. The dual reject flap prevents the detector from clogging. The contaminant is instantly diverted from the good product stream assuring minimal good product loss. The reject flap then automatically returns to its normal position. The detector operation including the elimination of contaminants is fully automatic.
Thanks to the high-speed reject flap, its operation is very fast and accurate, enabling minimization of the good material loss.The reject time is adjustable.
The QUICKTRON 03 E gravity free-fall style metal detector is:
- Reliable – in process and detection
- Durable – in technology and performance
- Easy - installation and operation
Optional equipment
The QUICKTRON 03 E detectors can be supplied with a wide range of additional equipment:
- Signal units – beacon, buzzer
- Air compressor
- Compressed air tank
- Special length of connecting cables
- Self-monitoring - air pressure, reject flap
- Reject counter
AMD 03 Control unit
A first-rate control unit is essential for the proper functioning of any detector. Our control unit is made with an emphasis on the high quality of workmanship and of the employed components.
The result is a stable control unit with a wide range of functions (just to name a few):
- Easy control
- Self-monitoring system ensures that all important components function properly
- Reduction of conveyor vibration
- Simple maintenance and diagnostics
- Continuous balance unit
- Optical detection and failure signaling
Scope of delivery
The delivery of QUICKTRON 03 E detectors includes:
- Detection head
- Control unit (= electronics mounted in a metal cabinet)
- Connecting cables
- Installation hardware
Datasheet
The QUICKTRON 03 E is a gravity-fed metal detector designed to detect metal contaminants in bulk materials transported through pipelines in free fall. Its key application is the detection of metals in foil flakes — lightweight materials where pipeline blockages can occur during gravity transport. Thanks to its dual rejection flap, the detector prevents blockages and enables uninterrupted detection even with these demanding materials.
The key difference lies in the rejection flap. The QUICKTRON 03 R is equipped with a single rejection flap, suitable for standard bulk materials such as granulate, regranulate, or regrind. The QUICKTRON 03 E, by contrast, features a dual rejection flap that prevents pipeline blockages — this design is essential for light foil flakes in particular, where a single rejection is not sufficient to maintain a smooth material flow.
Material passes through the detection coil in free fall. As soon as the coil detects the signal of a metal contaminant, it triggers the dual rejection flap to open, diverting the contaminated portion into the reject bin. The dual-flap design prevents blockage of the detector body — material flow through the pipeline is maintained even during the rejection cycle. The rejection time is adjustable to minimise losses of good product.
The detector is available in aperture diameters from DN 30 to DN 200 mm, with throughput capacities ranging from 1,000 to 44,800 litres per hour. The wide range of sizes enables deployment across many industries and bulk material types. Non-standard diameters, heights, or frame modifications can be manufactured to order according to your requirements.
Sensitivity depends on the aperture diameter — the smaller the diameter, the higher the sensitivity. Material speed, density, temperature, and moisture also influence the result; these factors may be particularly specific for foil flakes. We verify the exact sensitivity for your specific material with a free test, with a guaranteed result within three days.
The AMD 03 control unit provides simple operation, optical indication of detection and faults, suppression of conveyor vibration interference, and continuous unit balancing. Optional accessories include an air compressor or compressed air tank, a warning device (beacon, buzzer), monitoring of air pressure and flap position, and a rejection cycle counter.
Yes — like all gravity metal detectors in the SOLLAU range, the QUICKTRON 03 E is available in an ATEX version for use in explosive atmospheres. Please specify the required ATEX zone and category when requesting a quote. The robust detector construction is designed with maximum service life in mind, even under demanding operating conditions.
The standard delivery includes the detection head, the AMD 03 control unit, connecting cables, and a user manual. The compact dimensions and low installation height make it easy to integrate into an existing production line. We manage the entire project from start to finish — we visit, measure, manufacture to order, install, commission, and train the operators. Authorised warranty and post-warranty service is also included.