C-Scope – Duct Sonde (33KHz)

Quick Overview

The C-Scope 33KHz Sonde is a small battery powered transmitter which, in typical use, would be screwed onto the end of a duct rod and pushed down a duct so that the direction can be traced using a C-Scope locator set to ‘Signal Generator Mode/Transmitter Mode’. The location of a blockage can be identified using this system, with enormous cost saving potential.

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Overview

The C.Scope 33KHz Sonde is a small battery powered transmitter which, in typical use, would be screwed onto the end of a duct rod and pushed down a duct so that the direction can be traced using a C.Scope locator set to ‘Signal Generator Mode/Transmitter Mode’. The location of a blockage can be identified using this system, with enormous cost saving potential.

Features
  • Simple to use.
  • Very robust.
  • Single AAA battery operation.
  • Low battery signal.
  • Waterproof to IP65.
  • Compatible with most rods.
  • Resin sealed electronics.

Specifications
    Construction

  • Waterproof, robust plastic, O Ring battery compartment seal, stainless steel end fittings.
    Operating frequency

  • 32,768 Hz (33 KHz) pulsed.
    Range(guide)

  • 2 metres
    Dimensions

  • 24mm diameter, 300mm length.
    Fitting

  • Standard rod thread (¾” Whitworth 16 T.P.I.), female one end, male the other end.
    Battery

  • 1 x AAA (IEC type LR03) Alkaline
  • Typical battery life 20 hours.
  • Battery low indicated by continuous 32,768Hz (33K Hz) signal.
    Output Power

  • Switchable through four levels up to a maximum of One Watt
    Product Dimensions

  • 360 x 180 x 230mm
    Weight

  • 3.4Kg incl. accessories. 2.0Kg unit only.
    Batteries

  • 4 x D (LR20) alkaline batteries typically giving up to 30 hours intermittent use at 20C.
  • Compatible with NiMH rechargable batteries.