Introduction - Loma IQ2 User Manual

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About the metal
detector range

Introduction

To cater for the requirements of different types of product the IQ
in a range of different configurations. These share the same search head and control unit, but
differ in the conveyor used to pass the product through the search head.
The variants are as follows:
• Belt conveyor, with flat or plastic modular belts.
• Pipeline versions.
• Handtmann versions.
• Pharmaceutical versions.
• Freefall versions.
The differences between each of these versions are described in the subsequent sections of
this chapter.
Search head and control unit
The search head and control unit have been designed for use with continuous motion
conveyor systems, pipeline, pharmaceutical, and freefall metal detectors.
The standard search head and control unit are designed for use in an IP66 environment.
A second search head may be fitted when product is packaged in both non-foil and foil
packaging; this is called a Ferrous in Foil metal detector.
As standard, the control unit is secured at the end of the search head. This unit allows the
setup and calibration of the system through a menu-driven user interface.
The control unit is compatible with the following communication packages:
• LomaNet (optional reports/logs and serial link board required).
• LomaLink (optional reports/logs and serial link board required).
The control unit can be fitted with a number of external sensors; an optional sensor board is
required for this.
In addition, the control unit can be connected to a number of visual warning lamps.
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Metal Detector is provided
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