Metal detection for textiles, fleece and webs
METAL SHARK® FL & FL compact
- Reliably detects magnetic and non-magnetic metals in fabrics and webs
- Particularly flat for optimal approach to ascending or descending product paths, FL compact additionally rotatable
- Highest sensitivity with 4-quadrant technology
- Intuitive control and easy installation with autocalibration and TeachAssistant
- Maintenance-free with automatic balance and calibration control
Features
- Maximum detection performance with highest reliability in the entire detection area due to 4-quadrant technology
- Simple setup with TeachAssistant
- Memory for up to 250 products
- Easy to use with intuitive and multilingual menus
- 4-level password system, automatic log out after time lapse
- Documentation of all events and metal messages
- IFS and HACCP reports easily available on the display at the touch of a button
- Cyclical function monitoring with Performance Validation System (PVS)
- Optionally: Data transfer to USB interface or connection to the company net-work via SHARKNET® software

Function
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Specifications
Electronics | Digital signal processor, noise filter, digital balance control, digital frequency control, PowerDrive circuit |
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Input | 2 analogue 0…10 V DC (option: 4-20 mA) 8 freely configurable 24 V DC signals, e.g. for encoders, product recognition, buttons |
Output | 2 floating: “error” and “metal” 8 freely configurable 24 V DC signals |
Inspection method | High-frequency magnetic field, multi-channel operation, balanced receiver coils |
Metal detection | Ferrous, non-ferrous (e.g. aluminium, lead etc.) and stainless steel |
Product compensation | 250 memory locations, automatic product compensation, with TeachAssistant |
Enclosure rating | Controller IP65, sensor IP54 (optionally IP66)
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Environmental conditions | Controller: -20°C to +40°C / -4°F to +104°F, optionally to -40°C / -40°F or +55°C / 131°F, rel. humidity 20% to 90% (non-condensing) Sensor: -30°C to +60°C / -22°F to 140°F, optionally up to +90°C / 194°F |
Temperature of goods inspected | Standard: -30°C to +40°C /-22°F to +104°F Optionally: -40°C to +60°C / -40°F to 140°F |
Power Supply | 1 phase 110-230 V AC +/- 5%, 20 W typ. (60 W max.) |
Interface | RS232, LAN (optional, for SHARKNET®), USB (optional) |
Maintenance | Maintenance-free, sensors calibrate themselves |
Diagnostics | Integrated diagnostic software, automatic self-test |

Accessories & Extras
The METAL SHARK® FL and FL compact detectors can be perfectly adapted to your production with various special designs and accessories.
Different temperature requirements are taken into account as well as complicated product requirements for metal detection.
SHARKNET® | The SHARKNET® software connects METAL SHARK® metal detectors with a central computer, providing centralized storage of all operating data plus batch and alarm documentation for HACCP and IFS compliance. |
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LPW/HPW | Increase of the IP protection class by adapting the sensor seal, installing additional seals and a double housing for the control electronics |
Temperature extension cold | Temperature range extended to -40°C (-40° F) Resin seals remain elastic at low temperatures. Special insulation, heated enclosure and other features. |
Temperature extension hot | Temperature range extended to +55° C, (+131° F) Adapted enclosure, additional thermal insulation, replaceable filter fan, heat exchanger and/or active cooling units. |
High temperature extension for product | Goods temperature up to +120°C (248° F) max. This option provides IP54 grade enclosure for the sensor. |
Signalling devices (optical/acoustic) | Stacking lights and signal horns/sirens available in different versions and IP protection classes |
Delivery Scope
- Detection unit (Sensor) FL or FL compact
- Control unit METAL SHARK® in stainless steel housing with separate wall mounting
Applications
- Monitoring of fabric, nonwoven or even synthetic webs
- Quality assurance for incoming goods, outgoing goods or during running production
- Machine or end user protection, e.g. against needle breakage
Further information for download:
Additional information can be found in the data sheet which is available here for download as PDF.