Vesala Sonde PL18-05M12F, 512Hz Ø 18 mm

The Vesala Sonde PL18-512Hz for (Leica) Locators is a compact instrument that tracks drains, sewers and other non-conductive utilities.

This Vesala sonde consists of an M12 and M6 female thread that is easy to attach to equipment such as drain rods, boring tools, and inspection cameras.

It offers a depth range of up to 33 feet (10 m) and has an operating frequency of 512 hertz. Also, it works perfectly with the Leica DD130 or DD230 and Digitex DA230

Also available as a option a shock absorber for the PL18 ( see Photo)( 33Khz or 512 Hz)

Using a pipe transmitter sonde
PL18-512 powers on when the battery compartment is turned to the transmitter section. Sonde is attached to the push rod (snake) with the M12 threaded sleeve of the battery compartment or with tape. After that the sonde is pushed into the target pipe using the push rod.

To avoid loosing signal e.g. at corners the sonde is traced with a cable tracer receiver along as it moves ahead. If sonde hits an obstacle or blockage, it´s possible to define the location and depth very accurately, which reduces unnecessary digging.

PL18-512 has a red power-on LED at the side of the sonde. LED goes off if battery is weak. PL18-512 diameter is 18 mm and length with standard battery compartment 111mm. Transmitted signal is continuous 512 Hz.