VFBL20-2SMI identifies a Vacuforce 20mm multi bellows cup. The material designation -SMI refers to dark-red metal-detectable silicone. The -SMI material is dark-red metal-detectable silicone. Metal particles in the formulation darken the conventional red colour; detection sensitivity must be validated with the installed detector. FDA compliance is not implied by the material code.

This model is supplied in dark red.

Typical uses include Packaging and product handling with metal-detection procedures, Processing lines where lost-tool-component detection is required. Confirm surface sealing, process conditions, cycle rate and handling orientation by testing.

The listed cup diameter is 20mm (0.787in). Match the fitting to the Vacuforce cup series and mounting bore; a shared nominal size is not proof of mounting compatibility.

At the page calculation condition of approximately 24inHg (80% vacuum), the existing estimate is 2.5kg / 5.7lb before any safety factor. This assumes ideal sealing and must not be treated as a certified working load.

No. Compare actual lip diameter, bellows geometry, mounting interface, material and working conditions before selecting a fit-form-function alternative. Confirm performance by application testing.

No. Metal-detectable silicone contains detectable filler, but detection depends on detector settings, product effect, fragment size and process conditions. Confirm food-contact compliance separately for the exact supplied grade.

Yes. Use an appropriate engineering safety factor; Vacuforce normally recommends at least 8:1 for vertical lifting. Account for leakage, part acceleration, load orientation and surface condition, and validate safe working load in the application.