If you're looking for the best Magnetic Locator on the market, and are tired of paying for expensive locators which can sometimes get abused by crew members, try the SubSurface Instruments Magnetic Locator ML-1. As a Schonstedt alternative, it can be used to find iron and steel targets or anything that a magnetic will stick to, hence the name "Magnetic Locator". Cast iron pipes, cast iron meter boxes can both be found easily and quickly at deep depths depending on the size and mass of the object to locate.

ML-1 is a non-metered device (audio only). This instrument is engineered to operate identically with the same controls as the ML-1M but without the visual meter.

Use this equipment to find:

  • Corner markers (iron or steel)
  • Mag nails and PK nails
  • Valve and curb boxes
  • Iron and steel pipes
  • Well casings
  • Manhole cover
  • Steel drums and tanks
  • Septic tank handles
  • Energized electric cables
  • Marker magnets
  • Unexploded Ordnance (UXO)
  • Illegal Taps (Iron or Steel)


Specifications:
Overall Length: 38.75 in (98.4 cm)
Weight: 2.0 lbs (0.9 kg) including batteries
Input Power: Two (2) standard 9-volt alkaline batteries
Battery Life: 40 hours minimum
Warranty: 7 years


Features:
Easy and simple one-hand operation; built-in handle
Easy to learn; 3 keypad switches: on/off and volume, sensitivity up and sensitivity down
Volume built into the on/off key; just hold down the key while it cycles through the settings
Electronic keypad that "clicks" when a key is depressed. A "real" speaker is in the front panel, providing outstanding volume.
Microprocessor remembers the volume and gain settings from the last time the unit was on
Non-metered (ML-1) and metered (ML-1M) versions are designed to look, feel and operate the same
Strong aluminum monotube construction from the tip through the end of the handle and ABS injection-molded electronics case (3 ¼" tapered to 2 ½"-wide X 4 ½" tapered to 2 ½"-deep) provide the best structural integrity in a hand-held locator
Lightweight; only about two pounds including batteries
Uses 2 regular alkaline 9-volt batteries, parallel; the unit is shipped with two spare batteries
Soft pack carrying case included (optional hard case available)
Battery compartment separated from electronic components and circuit board. No exposing electronics to replace the batteries.