Tinker & Rasor / Detectron 505 GO-FER – Pipe and Cable Locator Kit

Tinker & Rasor / Detectron 505 GO-FER – Pipe and Cable Locator Kit

Model 505 comes complete with ground plate/connecting cable and full operating instructions – ready to use.

The “GO-FER” is housed in a rugged, indestructible “CYCOLAC” case, and has injection-molded instrument panels for added strength. All electronic components are mounted on a single detachable circuit board for quick and easy maintenance. In addition, convenient battery access is made through removable doors and the transmitter and receiver. Both cases and circuitry are designed to tolerate the most extreme field temperatures, and make the “GO-FER” ideal for use in any environment.

Quartz Crystal Precision

The All New Detectron “GO-FER” locates buried metal structures with smooth accuracy and ease. Its quartz crystal controlled transmitter fine-tunes the signal for precise location every time. And when it comes to tracing distance, depth penetration and sensitivity, the Model 505 rivals all other Pipe and Cable locators on the market. The “GO-FER” can reach depths as great as 20 feet and tracing distances of 1,000 feet are not uncommon.

Improved Controls

The “GO-FER’s” radio frequency receiver allows it to screen out distracting noise while it simultaneously detects cables and pipes with assured precision. The “GO-FER” is also the first locator of its kind to have a separate volume control for reducing signal loudness without sacrificing sensitivity. This feature enables quieter operation in enclosed areas where lower volume is desired.

Theory of Operation

This device is designed for locating and accurately “pinpointing” concealed metal objects such as metallic pipe, cables, conduit, etc. and determining their true course.

The locator consists of two basic units: a directional radio frequency TRANSMITTER and a RECEIVER.

The TRANSMITTER generates an electromagnetic field which surrounds the buried metallic object or, in the case of a pipe, travels along it. The locator may be operated INDUCTIVELY coupled through air and/or ground to the concealed pipe or other metal object. A direct wire connection between the TRANSMITTER and pipe may be used.

The RECEIVER detects and traces the electromagnetic field. By this means, the exact location and orientation of the pipe can be determined. A thorough understanding of the theory of operations is extremely valuable. The operator should be aware of the fact that unusual changes in soil conductivity or random metal objects can cause misleading indications.