Pin Locator
Detect What’s Below the Surface — Fast, Accurate, and Portable
The Pin Locator is a field-tester’s essential tool for locating buried survey markers, property pins, utility valves, or other metallic objects underground. With sensitivity and volume controls, waterproof housing, and battery-powered operation, it helps professionals and DIYers reliably find hidden infrastructure without excavating blind.
Key Specifications & Features
Feature | Specification / Description |
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Purpose / Use | Locating property pins, survey markers, water shut-off valves, buried metallic objects |
Housing | Waterproof, rugged shell for outdoor and wet-condition use |
Controls | On/Off, adjustable volume, adjustable sensitivity |
Power Source | Battery operated (typically AA / 9V / rechargeable depending on model) |
Detection Type | Electromagnetic / metal detector style operation sensitive to buried metal |
Audio Output | Signal / Beep volume varies with proximity to target |
Visual Feedback | (If included) LED or signal bar indicator |
Range / Depth | Varies by model and target size — modest depth for small pins or valves |
Weight / Size | Lightweight, handheld — optimized for portability |
Durability | Water-resistant for field use in varying weather conditions |