Radiodetection RD7000+ PL w/ Tx-3

Radiodetection’s RD7000+ Underground Utility Locator range delivers accurate, reliable and repeatable performance in an easy-to-use digital package.

Locating specific pipes, cables and utility RF markers in large underground networks is very complex. Ground distortion effects, caused by differing soil types and proximity to other conductors, make the user’s job more difficult and time-consuming. The most important requirements for a locator under these circumstances are ease of use, accuracy and reliability. Radiodetection’s RD7000+ Utility Locator range addresses these needs with many features that deliver accurate, reliable and repeatable performance. 

PL / PLM - Power Industry

The PL range identifies the target cable reliably, even in areas of large-scale, trunked cable deployment of complex electrical networks. One of the biggest challenges to operators working in the power industry is locating cables, pipes and markers when operating near high voltage environments, such as substations and conduits where the presence of large signals overpower most locators.

The PL range is designed for use in areas where excessive magnetic fields, generated by high voltage equipment and cables, can prevent accurate locating. Dynamic Overload Protection reduces this effect, allowing uncompromised locator accuracy.
PL models have both Peak and Null modes and also a combined Peak/Null mode which allows the identification of signal/ground distortion effects by displaying both Peak and Null response simultaneously.

The PLM model adds the ability to locate and estimate the depth of power and other utility markers. In addition, the internal data logging system allows for usage to be analyzed to aid ensuring compliance and identify training requirements.
In addition PL locators can indicate depth in Power mode. This is particularly useful when direct connection of a transmitter to a power cable may be hazardous or impractical. The Compass feature aids correct alignment with the target cable, maximizing depth measurement accuracy.

The 8kHz Fault Find function is a technique that locates a cable sheath fault using an A-frame attached to the Locator. On-screen arrows help show the fault’s direction and help the operator locate the fault accurately to within 4" (10cm).