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RD312 Metal Locator

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10/RD312-GB
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RD312 Metal Locator
Description

The Radiodetection 10/RD312-GB enables operators to locate lost, buried, or hidden metal manhole covers and access points. It finds lost or hidden metal covers in the street. It is light and straightforward to use. The position is indicated by a varying pitch tone, the highest pitch showing the maximum response over the target.

Key Features

The RD312 Metal Locator in detecting objects in a wooded area.
  • Easy two-button operation, ON/RESET and OFF
  • Locates hidden metallic covers or valve boxes etc. in the street
  • Robust
  • Lightweight and folds for easy storage
  • Automatic sensitivity adjustment for peak performance
  • Telescopic design allows user adjustment for comfort and easy storage
  • Variable audio tone indicates the presence of a buried object
  • Adjustable search head angle
  • Waterproof search head allows use in shallow water
  • Ignores small items such as coins and cans
  • No interference from passing vehicles

 

Performance

The RD312 locator will find the following types of buried metal covers.
Cast Iron Cast Iron Services Plastic Valve Box (with a metal plate) Galvanised Steel Manhole
Diameter Depth Diameter Depth Diameter Depth Diameter Depth
4" (10cm) 12" (30cm) 17" x 12" (43cm x 30cm) 24" (61cm) 4" (10cm) 8" (20cm) 25" x19" (63cm x 48cm) 30" (76cm)
    25" x 19" (63cm x 48cm) 30" (76cm) 6" (15cm) 16" (41cm)    
Tech Specs
RD312 Metal Locator
Product Precision Metal Cover Locator
Weight 2.2lbs/1kg
Weight (shipping) 4.4lbs/2kg
Dimensions 28" x 10" x 4" (78 cm x 25 cm x 10 cm)
Dimensions (shipping) 31" x 10.2" x 5.5" (79 cm x 26 cm x 14 cm)
Construction Head/Housing - high impact ABS mid-black plastic for mechanical strength
Stem - 22 mm aluminum tube
Weatherproof to NEMA 3R and IP54
Withstands 3ft. (1m) drop onto concrete
Operating Modes Green button - ON/sensitivity /reset; Red button - OFF
Detection Range Absolute limits of location range cannot be accurately specified
As a guide the RD312 will detect buried metal covers to the following depths:
Manhole cover - size 25" (53 cm); depth 30" (76 cm)
Valve box - size 6" (15 cm); depth 16" (41 cm)
Plastic valve box (locatable) - size 4" (10 cm); depth 8" (20 cm)
Operating Temperature Range 5ºF to + 122ºF (-15ºC to +50ºC)
Audio Indication Varying pitch tone from loudspeaker
Highest pitch indicates maximum response over a target
The use of optional headphones disables the weatherproof loudspeaker
Audio battery “OK” indication
Gain Control The operator can reduce maximum at switch on
Auto Gain Reset feature
Batteries 1 x 6LR61 9V Alkaline. 30 hours life, nominal at 68°F (20°C) continuous use
Miscellaneous Options - Summer Headphones, Winter Headphones, Padded Nylon Carry Bag
Quality Control - BS EN ISO 9001 2008
EMC - CE complies with European EMC Directive 2004/108/EC
Radiodetection Warranty - 12 months
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Additional Information
SKU 10/RD312-GB
Manufacturer Part Code 10/RD312-GB
Country of Origin United Kingdom
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