PL-3000

Pipe & Cable Locator with 4 detecting methods and multi-frequency operation.

Description

The PL-3000 offers an accurate and professional method for locating pipes and Cables Locator provides an accurate and professional way to locate utilities. With 4 frequencies to choose from and 4 detecting methods, the PL-3000 provides a solution for every demand in the field. It comes equipped with Bluetooth wireless connectivity that transfers the data collected to your Android device. With handy features like a vibrating handle, backlit LCD, and auto Direct Mode activation when connected dedicated cable is recognized by the unit, the PL-3000 makes the locating process fast and efficient.

Key Features

  • Blue-tooth is available on receiver and the collected measuring data can be transferred to your blue-tooth connected smart-phone*.
  • The transmitter automatically switches to “Direct Mode” when the connected dedicated cable is recognized by the unit.
  • Impedance and phase are displayed during loop-check for more accurate performance.
  • Indicator of nearest pipe is clearly displayed on the screen and the vibration mode allows an easier a user-friendly operation.
  • The continuous depth measurement mode displays the depth of the pipe on the screen to ensure there are no sudden changes that can affect the readings.
  • Compass feature. This feature helps the user to maintain a correct path over the pipe or cable by showing visual indication of the orientation of the pipe or cable that’s being tracked.

* The Blue-Tooth feature is only available for Android devices at the moment.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Additional information

Transmitter Size

11.0 in x 9.5 in x 4.1 in (29.9 cm x 24.1 cm x 10.4 cm)

Transmitter Weight

5.5 lbs (2.5 kg)

Transmitter Input Power

DC 12 volts (Four (4) "C" size batteries or external 12v battery)

Transmitter Battery Life

≈ 20 Hours Typical(Alkaline)
≈ 8 Hours at Max Power

Transmitter Operating Temperature

14° to 131° F (-10° to 55° C)

Transmitter Frequency

8 kHz, 27 kHz, and 83 Hz

Transmitter Output Power

0.5/ 1 watt Inductive mode
3.0 watts Direct mode

Transmitter Transmitting Mode

Continuous Wave (non-modulating)

Transmitter Antenna

Single-Coil

Transmitter Depth Accuracy

Up to 16 Feet

Transmitter Warranty

3 Years

Transmitter Wireless Transfer

Bluetooth Ver. 2.1 Class 2 SPP Profile

Receiver Size

5.2 in x 11.0 in x 24.0 in (13.2 cm x 27.9 cm x 61.0 cm)

Receiver Weight

4.4 lbs (2.0 kg)

Receiver Power Supply

DC 9 Volts (six (6) "AA" batteries)

Receiver Battery Life

≈ 8 Hours Continuous (Alkaline)

Receiver Operating Temperature

14° to 131° F (-10° to 55° C)

Receiver Frequency Display

8 kHz, 27 kHz or 83 Hz
"Radio" Mode: 15 kHz – 25 kHz
"Live Cable" Mode: 50/60 Hz AC
CPR

Receiver Operating Modes

"Maximum Method", "Continuous Depth Measurement", "BAR Method", and "Sonde"

Receiver Sensitivity

0 to 40

Receiver Depth Method

Pull up
Continuous Depth Measurement

Receiver Depth Range

Pull up: 0 to 16.4 feet (0 to 5 m)
Traverse: 0 to 6.56 feet (o to 2 m)

Receiver Warranty

3 Years