Exceptional color recognition, easy access, and integrated controls characterize the next generation of this versatile and accurate on-belt optical inspection system.

Because product appeal, safety, and suitability-for-market can hinge on slight distinctions in color, Optyx® 6000 provides the opportunity to meet the most stringent criteria for the products you put in front of today’s consumer.

Features and Benefits

Advanced Cameras and Lighting

Options include full-color, Vis/IR or monochromatic cameras for maximum application-specific effectiveness and efficiency.
Multiple camera configurations optimized to meet your specific application needs.
Powerful high intensity discharge (HID) lamps flood the inspection zone with light.
Unlike fluorescent bulbs, HID lamps require no extra clearance for changing.
Camera, lighting and electronics housed in environmentally controlled enclosure.
Easy access to all maintenance points via sealed door and simple key.

Advanced Electrical Design

Integrated convenience/space-saving – graphical user interface and operator controls manufactured into system on either left or right side; saves valuable floor space and provides maximum plant flexibility.
One internal power conditioner package.

Simple User Interface

Simple-to-use high-resolution, multilingual, touchscreen monitor allows the operator to see what the sorter sees.
Operators quickly pinpoint defects and rapidly adjust to changes in product.
Remote setup capable over Ethernet.

Precise Defect Removal

Powerful, high-speed air-blast ejectors placed close to the belt discharge and spaced for optimum sorting.
Defects are targeted for rejection, good product is retained.
Long-life ejector valves individually mounted for easy maintenance.

Remote Monitoring and Operation

Integrated OPC and VNC servers allow data collection and machine operation from your desk top or around the world.

Convenient Maintenance

Enclosure doors provide fast entry to enclosed camera, lighting, and electronic component maintenance points.
Automatic air tensioning ensures consistent on-belt tracking and minimizes wear on bearings.
Unique cantilevered design allows open access to the belt.
All surfaces designed for easy access and total washdown.

Sorter Reference Information

Common Product Applications

Candy
Carrots—baby whole, diced, sliced
Dry beans
Other vegetables—beets, celery, corn, onion, tomatoes
Nuts—almonds, pecans, walnuts, etc.
Potatoes—chips, crisps, diced, flakes, slices, strips, wedges
Raisins

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Contact Key Technology to start learning more about our Optyx® 6000 Sorter

Key Technology | 150 Avery Street, Walla Walla, WA 99362 USA