Our metal detectable test pieces are designed to support routine testing, system validation, and ongoing compliance across food processing operations. Available in multiple formats, sizes, and contaminant types, they help ensure metal detectors are performing to specification in real production conditions.

As each test piece is unique, all MD test pieces are manufactured to order and have a 4-week lead time.

Metal Detectable Test Wand

• Typical size: 100 mm x 12 mm x 10 mm
• Available in a variety of colours for easy identification
• Available in a range of contaminants and metal types
• Manufactured from food-safe plastic

Metal Detectable Test Disc

• Standard size: 30 mm diameter x 10 mm thick
• Available in a range of contaminants and metal types
• Bespoke sizes available on request
• Available in a variety of colours for easy identification
• Manufactured from food-safe plastic

Metal Detectable Test Ball

• Available in clear or white with colour-coded lettering for easy identification
• Available in a range of contaminants and metal types
• Available sizes: 20 mm, 25 mm, 30 mm, and 35 mm
• Manufactured from food-safe plastic

Practicality

Wands and discs integrate more seamlessly into real products on a production line.

Validation Level

Balls present the toughest challenge for detection, making them ideal for proving system sensitivity and compliance.

Product Type

Powders, liquids, unpackaged bulk

Ball or wand test pieces support sensitivity validation in open or free-flowing product applications where no packaging influence is present.

Product Type

Packaged goods

Disc or wand test pieces enable repeatable metal detection verification through packaged products, ensuring compliance under normal operating conditions.