RD8200G Electronic Cable and Pipe Locator Underground Pipeline and Cable Line Detector

Description

The Radiodetection RD8200G is an advanced underground utility locator engineered for the precise identification, tracing, and mapping of buried pipelines and cable networks. Integrating survey-grade GNSS positioning, this model ensures high-fidelity spatial data logging for complex infrastructure projects. Designed for damage prevention professionals, the RD8200G mitigates excavation risks through proprietary StrikeAlert technology and Current Direction (CD) signal processing.

Technical Specifications:
Manufacturer: Radiodetection
Model Number: RD8200G
Equipment Type: Advanced Cable and Pipe Locator with Integrated GNSS
Operating Frequencies (Active): 22 frequencies ranging from 512 Hz to 200 kHz
Operating Frequencies (Passive): Power, Radio, CPS, CATV
Positioning System: Integrated GNSS/GPS receiver for automatic data logging
Display: High-contrast, sunlight-readable transreflective LCD
Feedback Mechanisms: Audio, visual, and haptic (handle vibration)
Environmental Protection: IP65 (dustproof and water-resistant)
Operating Temperature: -20°C to 50°C
Storage Temperature: -20°C to 70°C
Weight: 1.9 kg (including Li-Ion battery pack)
Power Source: Rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery or 2x D-Cell alkaline
Battery Life: Up to 35 hours (intermittent use)
Depth Measurement Accuracy: ± 3% at 1 meter
Data Storage: Internal memory for up to 1000 days of usage data
Connectivity: Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), USB

System Architecture and Integration:
The RD8200G architecture utilizes advanced digital signal processing (DSP) to isolate target utilities in highly congested subsurface environments. The integration of Current Direction (CD) allows operators to distinguish the target line from adjacent parallel utilities by applying a specialized low-frequency signal. The onboard GNSS module automatically pairs locate data with precise geographical coordinates, enabling seamless export to GIS mapping software via Bluetooth connectivity. This ensures Original Engineering standards are maintained during utility mapping and auditing.

Industrial Application:
In dense urban excavation projects where telecommunication lines, high-voltage power cables, and municipal water pipelines intersect, the RD8200G serves as a critical risk mitigation tool. When a contractor is preparing to trench for a new fiber optic network, the locator’s StrikeAlert function provides immediate warnings of shallow power cables. Simultaneously, the integrated GNSS logs the exact coordinates of the traced utilities, generating an accurate as-built map for future reference. This Technical Compatibility with GIS workflows reduces Lead Time in project planning and eliminates costly utility strikes.

Key Attributes
Type: Pipeline locator
Accuracy: 2%
Place of origin: United Kingdom
Customized support: OEM, ODM
Power: 10W
Protection Class: IP66
Voltage: Other
Logo/graphic design: 3D Printing
Brand name: RADIODETECTION
Warranty: 1 years
Product name: RADIODETECTION
Model: RD8200G
Product Descriptions: Multi-purpose Precision Locator
Sensitivity: 6E-15 Tesla 5uA at 1 meter (33kHz)
Dynamic range: 140dB rms/Hz
Selectivity: 120dB/Hz
Depth measurement precision1: ± 3%
Locate accuracy: ± 5% of depth
Start-up time: <1 second
Power: Electronic

Packaging and Delivery
Selling Units: Single item
Single package size: 70X38X27 cm
Single gross weight: 9.000 kg