Q: Can this find metal in salvaged or reclaimed lumber?

Yes, sweeping the 3" wide scan path over reclaimed boards lets you locate hidden nails, screws or staples before they reach a saw blade or planer knife.

Q: How deep can it sense?

It detects steel, magnesium, zinc, copper, aluminum and similar metals up to 1" deep, though the depth depends on the size of the object.

Q: Does it need batteries?

Yes, it runs on a single 9V battery, which isn't included, so have one on hand before first use.

Q: How does it alert you when it finds something?

It sounds a high-pitched tone paired with an LED light as soon as it passes over hidden metal.

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86K7830 - Metal Detector

Metal Detector

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Hidden-Metal Detection: A tone-and-LED alarm signals nails, screws, staples and other metal up to 1" deep in wood, plaster or plastic.
Wide Scan Swath: Sweeping a path about 3" wide lets you check a salvaged board thoroughly without inching along it.
Battery Powered: It runs on a single 9V battery, so it's ready to carry to the lumber pile or workbench.

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This highly sensitive tool can detect nails, screws, staples and other metal objects (steel, magnesium, zinc, copper, aluminum, etc.) up to 1" deep (depth depends on the object's size) in wood, plaster, plastics, etc. Ideal for working with salvaged lumber, it scans a swath about 3" wide, allowing material to be checked thoroughly and quickly. A high-pitched tone/LED combination alarm signals detection.

Excellent for detecting screws or nails that could cause costly damage to hand and power tools. Operates on a 9V battery (not included).