Metal detection system for tablet and capsule production

Thermo Scientific APEX 500 Rx Metal Detectors

Thermo Scientific™ APEX 500 Rx pharmaceutical metal detection systems provide high levels of brand protection and pharmaceutical industry compliance in the most demanding tablet and capsule production environments. The multicoil design consistently delivers application sensitivity and stability but isn’t impacted by product effect or environmental changes. Manufactured to meet stringent requirements for validated production, only FDA-compliant materials are used in areas of the system that come in contact with the product.

Control panel
  • Software designed for optimal application performance
  • Easy to use: setup in minutes, multilingual help text
  • Multi-level password system for system security
Portability
  • Wheels for quick and easy movement of the system
  • Large, easy clean. stainless steel handles allow safe and convenient movement
Total quality solution

Designed to ensure the absence of even small slivers of metal, the APEX 500 Rx metal detector gives you high sensitivity at high flow rates. The straight through product flow path minimizes the potential for damage to tablet or capsule products as they flow through the system.

Brand protection with low cost of ownership

The APEX 500 Rx metal detector is a costeffective system which improves productivity and provides high levels of brand protection. Available in three aperture sizes to match sensitivity to product rate and size. Every system is configured for 900 kHz operation for optimal stainless steel detection.

Specifications

Thermo Scientific APEX Rx Pharmaceutical Metal Detector

General Specifications
Construction Stainless steel straight-lined case, electro-polished finish (optional). FDA-approved plastics.
Operating Temperature -10°C to +40°C (+14°F to +104°F)
Relative Humidity 20% to 80% non-condensing
Electrical Supply 85 to 260 VAC, single phase plus earth ground; 47 Hz to 65 Hz, 100 watts maximum
Air Supply 5.5 bar (80 psi) nominal, 4 bar (60 psi) minimum, for pneumatic reject and AuditCheck system options only
Product Speed 0.5 m/min (1.7 ft/min) to 1000 m/min (3,300 ft/min)
Outputs 6 Relays outputs; Relays: 250 volt AC 2 amp max. 50 volt DC 1 amp max.
Output Allocation Reject 1, Reject 2, AuditCheck, Fault, Alarm, Warning, QAT lamp (selectable via menu)
Output Light Stack Optional, lights for Alarms and Faults
Inputs 6 inputs; Active 12v DC, 12 volt auxiliary supply for input sensors
Input Allocation Keylock, Product Select 1, Product Select 2, Reject Confirmation 1
Communications Modbus serial or Ethernet (optional)
Safety & Export Approvals CE, cCSAus (head & electronics only)
Manufacturing Quality ISO9001 certified
Help-Text, User Manual Languages Multiple languages available
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