Metal Detectable Plastic Rod

Metal detectable plastic rods are essential for sectors where contamination control is critical, including food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and hygiene-sensitive environments. These rods incorporate metal particles within the plastic, enabling detection by standard metal detectors and X-ray inspection systems. This feature helps prevent contamination-related product recalls by ensuring any plastic fragments are quickly identified. Their distinctive blue colour and food-safe composition meet industry standards.

Henry Gallacher supplies a variety of grades and sizes and offers precision machining services through our in-house CNC capabilities, including cutting, routing, milling, and turning to create bespoke components.

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Polyethylene PE1000 Rod - Metal & X-Ray Detectable
PE1000

UHMW rods with metal and X-ray detectable additives provide reliable identification of plastic contaminants. The blue hue aids visual detection. This grade offers outstanding wear resistance, chemical stability, minimal moisture uptake, and is FDA approved. Suitable for temperatures from -150°C to +80°C.

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Acetal Rod - Metal & X-Ray Detectable
Acetal Rod

Metal and X-ray detectable acetal rods are engineered for high impact resistance and dimensional stability. Their stiffness and ease of machining make them suitable for food, beverage, and pharmaceutical uses. Manufactured under GMP and compliant with FDA and EU standards. Operating temperature range from -20°C to +90°C.

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PEEK Rod - Metal & X-Ray Detectable
PEEK Rod

Ideal for applications requiring rigorous sterilisation such as CIP and SIP, this metal detectable PEEK rod offers enhanced stiffness without reinforcement. It features a solid lubricant for improved sliding and resists hydrolysis and chemicals. Suitable for food-grade parts with a temperature tolerance up to +250°C.

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PTFE Rod - Metal Detectable
PTFE Rod

Incorporating fine metal-detectable additives, this PTFE rod retains the classic properties of thermal stability, low friction, and corrosion resistance. Commonly used for bearings, rollers, and seals in food, beverage, and pharmaceutical processing. Complies with FDA and EU 10/2011 standards. Temperature range from -200°C to +260°C.

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