SeekTech® Utility Transmitters
RIDGID® offers a range of transmitters for tracing underground metallic pipes and cables.
All RIDGID transmitters generate a signal onto the buried cable in one ot three ways:
- Direct connection using connection cords.
- Induction with the optional inductive signal clamp.
- Induction from the transmitter
Comparison of Features
Direct Connect Frequencies
ALL
5 **
4
Inductive Frequencies
2
4 **
4
Competitors’ Frequencies
User-Defined Frequencies
Factory Set
No
Simultaneous Transmit 2 Lines
No
No
Yes
Automatic Impedance Matching
Yes
Yes
Yes
Digital Output Level Display
Yes
Yes
No
Max Power Output
+5W *
10W
5W
Variable Power Setting
Low, Medium, High
Fully Adjustable
Low, Medium, High
Power Source
6 D-Cell Batteries
8 D-Cell Batteries
6 D-Cell Batteries
Battery Check
Continuous
Continuous
AT Start-up
Weight (Without Batteries)
11.1 lb. / 5.0 kg
9 lb. / 4.1 kg
2.5 lb. / 1.9 kg
FCC & EN 55022 Requirement
Class A
Class B
Class A