Metal Detectors - MD8+

The MD8+ is a hand held mine detector suitable for use in all theatres of operation.
The instrument is a high sensitivity metal detector based upon very high speed pulse induction technology and has exceptional performance against minimum metal mines.
Because the equipment is largely automatic in operation, being self adjusting to its immediate environment. It is very simple to operate with only a minimum of training required.

All elements of the instrument (with the exception of an optional external clamshell earpiece) have been integrated into a single unit incorporating a control unit, batteries and telescopic halo assembly. There are no separate parts, and consequently no cumbersome interconnecting cables.

The equipment is weather proof and totally sealed. The instrument is controlled by a microprocessor, which permits very precise timing, rapid switching and sophisticated signal processing. This is in conjunction with the novel head design, permits detection of very small objects even in the proximity of larger targets.

Incorporated are comprehensive and automatic self-diagnostic procedures controlled by the microprocessor. A user initiated test procedure is also present. The verification of these tests is presented to the operator by a confidence tone.

The search head incorporates differential Rx coils which greatly reduce interference from external sources so enhancing the signal/noise ratio and permitting greater sensitivity. This feature also allows objects outside the area of the halo to be disregarded. However, the area of desensitisation is controled so that signals from the sides of the search head are accepted.

Mounted on the turret of the MD8 (+) are a bank of LED's to assist with the pinpoint location of targets. This feature along with the audio signal via loudspeaker or earpiece enables the centre of the target to be located to within a few millimetres.

The MD8+ electronics incorporate an automatic power supply that enables the detector to be powered by two dry cells. The power supply maintains a constant voltage to the electronics, permitting maximum performance, whatever the state of the batteries, and utilises the full capacity of the cells.