Plate Style Magnetic Separators
Capture ferrous metal contaminants and protect downstream equipment with plate-style magnets engineered for powders, granules, and bulk solids across gravity chutes, ducts, and pneumatic lines.
Carolina Material Technologies supplies a complete family of plate-style magnetic separators — Flush Face, Exposed Pole, Spout, Hump, Half-Hump, Extractor, and EP Tube — so you can match the magnet configuration to flow direction, throughput, particle size, sanitation level, and cleaning preference.
Flush Face — above-the-flow gravity applications
Flush Face (FF) Plate Magnets
Flat magnetic face designed for above-the-flow installations where product passes over the magnet. Captures tramp metal and protects downstream equipment without disrupting flow.
Exposed Pole (EP) Plate Magnets
Designed for below-the-flow chutes. Magnetic stainless steel poles add wash-off protection while maintaining a smooth flow path — ideal for powders, pellets, and granulars.
Exposed Pole — below-flow chute applications
Spout Style — high-volume separation with diverter
Spout Style Plate Magnets
High-volume below-flow magnets with a built-in diverter to maximize exposure time and reduce product degradation. Available with manual, EZ-Clean, and self-cleaning mechanisms.
Hump Magnets
Two plate magnets housed in a “hump” to treat vertical gravity flows. Staggered magnets ensure contaminants are trapped across the full cross-section in high-capacity chutes.
Hump Magnet — double-leg configuration
Half-Hump — for limited headroom
Half-Hump Magnets
Single-plate version for tight layouts or incline flows. Delivers strong separation where full hump housings won’t fit.
Extractor Magnets
Parallel magnet circuits in an enclosed housing with EZ-Clean or air-actuated self-cleaning. Ideal for high-volume dry processing with frequent cleaning intervals.
Extractor Magnet — EZ-Clean shown
EP Tube — pneumatic conveying lines
Exposed Pole (EP) Tube Magnets
Flow-through magnets for pneumatic conveying (dilute or dense phase). Stainless housings with leak-resistant seals, available in common line sizes with food/sanitary finishes.
Compare Plate Magnet Styles
| Magnet Type | Typical Application | Flow Direction | Cleaning Options | Circuit Choices | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flush Face (FF) | Above-flow gravity chutes; powders & granulars | Above-flow | Manual • EZ-Clean • Self-Clean | Ceramic • Rare Earth | Smooth pass-over face; protects downstream equipment |
| Exposed Pole (EP) | Below-flow chutes; wash-off protection | Below-flow | Manual • EZ-Clean • Self-Clean | Ceramic • Rare Earth | Magnetic stainless poles resist wash-off |
| Spout Style | High-volume below-flow with diverter | Below-flow | Manual • EZ-Clean • Self-Clean | Ceramic • Rare Earth | Diverter maximizes exposure & reduces degradation |
| Hump | Vertical gravity; high throughput | Vertical | Manual • EZ-Clean • Self-Clean | Ceramic • Rare Earth | Single-leg or double-leg housings |
| Half-Hump | Limited headroom; inclined chutes | Inclined/Gravity | Manual • EZ-Clean | Ceramic • Rare Earth | Compact footprint |
| Extractor | High-volume dry processing; frequent cleanout | Chute/Process | EZ-Clean • Self-Clean | Ceramic • Rare Earth | Enclosed housing with drawer or actuator |
| EP Tube | Pneumatic conveying lines | Airflow | Manual | Ceramic • Rare Earth | Leak-resistant seals; sanitary options |
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Plate Magnet FAQs
What’s the difference between Ceramic and Rare Earth circuits?
Ceramic is ideal for larger ferrous pieces (nails, bolts). Rare Earth provides higher intensity to capture fine filings, stainless wear particles, and work-hardened stainless.
Which plate magnet should I use for high-volume gravity flow?
Hump or Spout styles are typically best for high-throughput vertical or below-flow applications because they increase exposure time and reduce wash-off.
Are food-grade or sanitary finishes available?
Yes. We can provide food-grade gaskets, stainless construction, sanitary welds, and finishes appropriate for USDA/HACCP environments.
Can these magnets be automated for cleaning?
Yes. Several styles are offered in EZ-Clean and fully self-cleaning configurations, including air-actuated options to reduce downtime.