YL-980 Digital Metal Detector

Detailed Equipment Introduction

Gain in-depth insights into the equipment’s working principles, application scenarios, and technical highlights.

Precision Detection, Uncompromised Compliance – Engineered for 12+ Critical Industries

In an era where product safety is synonymous with brand reputation, the YL-980 Digital Metal Detector delivers military-grade accuracy at enterprise-ready affordability. Leveraging U.S.-sourced multi-frequency technology and a full stainless-steel food-grade design, this system eliminates false positives in complex product matrices while meeting the strictest global safety standards.

Core Advantages: Why the YL-980 Dominates the Market

✅ Unmatched Detection Accuracy

Detects 0.6mm iron / 1.0mm stainless steel (SUS304) with phase-tracking multi-frequency technology
Eliminates false alarms in conductive products (spices, powders, granules, meat) via automatic product balancing
100% traceable detection records with digital product profile storage (100 profiles)

✅ Industry-Ready Integration

Seamlessly fits 12+ sectors:
Food (meat, dairy, snacks, spices), Pharmaceuticals, Aquatic Products, Rubber/Plastics, Pet Food, Textiles, Toys, Footwear
Flexible configuration: 300/400mm passage width, 80–150mm height, 270–370mm belt width
Zero-downtime operation: 24/7 monitoring with automatic self-calibration

✅ Compliance-First Engineering

Full HACCP/GMP/FDA/CAS certification with food-grade SUS304 stainless steel construction
IP67 waterproof protection withstands high-pressure washdowns (IP69K optional)
CE & ISO 9001 certified – meets global regulatory requirements for food safety

✅ Cost-Optimized Performance

50% lower cost than imported equivalents with identical performance
65% less downtime vs. analog detectors via digital self-diagnosis
Low power consumption (220V/50–60Hz) with 1-year warranty on critical components

Technical Specifications

Item	Spec Options
Model	YL-980 Digital Metal Detector
Passage Width (mm)	300 / 400
Passage Height (mm)	80 / 100 / 120 / 150
Belt Width (mm)	270 (for 300mm passage) / 370 (for 400mm passage)
Detection Sensitivity (Fe Φ mm)	0.6 / 0.7 / 0.8 / 1.0
Detection Sensitivity (Non-Fe Φ mm)	0.8 / 1.0 / 1.2
Detection Sensitivity (SUS304 Φ mm)	1.0 / 1.2 / 1.5
Conveyor Length (mm)	1330
Belt Height from Ground (mm)	750 ± 50 (customizable)
Protection Grade	IP67
Memory Capacity	Stores up to 100 product profiles
Belt Material	Food-grade PVC (PU or modular belt optional)
Display	LED LCD Display
Operation Input	Touch-button operation
Alarm Mode	Stop with buzzer alarm; optional rejector system available
Machine Material	Full SUS304 food-grade stainless steel; complies with HACCP, GMP, FDA, and CAS standards
Machine Weight	Approx. 200kg
Motor	High-power motor (Taiwan-made); supports conveyor load of 1–15kg
Power Supply	AC220V ±10%, 50–60Hz (optional: AC110V / AC380V)
Operating Environment	Temperature: -18°C to 50°C; Humidity: 30%–90% RH

Real-World Industry Applications

Food Processing

Meat/Poultry: Detects metal fragments in ground meat, sausages, and processed cuts
Spices & Seasonings: Eliminates metal contamination in powder/granular products
Dairy: Scans cheese, yogurt, and powdered milk for ferrous/non-ferrous metals

Beyond Food

Pharmaceuticals: Ensures purity in tablet granules and powder fillings
Rubber/Plastics: Identifies metal in conveyor belts, gaskets, and molded parts
Aquatic Products: Screens frozen fish for bone fragments and metal debris
Pet Food: Guarantees safety in kibble and wet food production lines

Competitive Edge vs. Standard Detectors

Feature	YL-980	Standard Metal Detectors
Detection Sensitivity	0.6mm Fe / 1.0mm SUS304	1.2mm Fe / 1.8mm SUS304
False Alarm Rate	<0.5% (auto-balancing)	5–8% (manual calibration)
Compliance	HACCP/GMP/FDA/CAS certified	Limited certifications
Cost Efficiency	50% below imported models	High import duty + maintenance
Downtime Reduction	65% (digital diagnostics)	20% (manual troubleshooting)

Customer Impact: Verified Results

"After installing YL-980, our spice production line saw zero metal-related recalls in 18 months. The automatic profile learning cut setup time from 45 minutes to 3 minutes per product changeover."
— Carlos Mendez, Plant Manager, Global Spice Solutions (Spain)

"The IP67 design survived our 5x daily washdowns without failure. At 50% lower cost than competitors, it paid for itself in 6 months."
— Aisha Patel, QA Director, AquaFresh Seafood (USA)