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Radiodetection RD8200 Series · Utility Locating

Start With The RD8200 Series For Professional Pipe And Cable Locating.

RD-Palmer prioritises the Radiodetection RD8200 family for advanced locating: precise tracing, target confidence, survey-grade mapping options and field evidence for crews who cannot afford a wrong mark.

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Why it matters

A Strike Is Expensive. A Bad Mark Is Worse.

Underground networks are crowded, records are incomplete and interference is common. RD-Palmer helps you choose the correct Radiodetection workflow for avoidance, precision tracing, mapping and compliance.

01

Prevent Utility Strikes

C.A.T, Genny and u-LOCATE avoidance tools help crews scan before excavation, reduce cable strikes and build safer digging habits on site.

02

Lead With RD8200 Precision

The RD8200 series is the flagship precision locator range for difficult utility work, using sensitive signal processing, current direction, depth and current readout to follow the target line.

03

Map In One Operation

Survey-grade locator options capture position while locating, so teams can build utility maps without sending a second crew across the same route.

04

Prove The Work

Usage logging, eCert, RD Manager Online and mapping exports help supervisors review field practice, training needs and project evidence.

Field workflow

From Pre-Dig Scan To GIS-Ready Evidence.

The strongest locating workflow combines the right locator, a clean transmitter connection, disciplined handling and a record of what happened in the field. RD8200 series locators are the core recommendation for advanced work, with avoidance tools and accessories supporting the same safe-dig workflow.

Active and passive locatingDepth, current and target confidenceRD8200SG GPS/GNSS mapping workflows
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The locating process

One Repeatable Method For Safer Groundwork.

Use avoidance tools to reduce risk, precision locators to confirm the route, then mapping tools to keep the data alive after the job.

01

Sweep before breaking ground

Cable avoidance tools detect power, radio and transmitter-applied signals before trenching, coring, fencing or landscaping.

02

Apply a clean signal

Transmitters, clamps, live plugs and sondes energise the target so the crew can trace the intended asset instead of nearby noise.

03

Pinpoint depth and direction

Precision locators confirm route, depth, current and orientation so the correct pipe or cable is marked on the surface.

04

Capture and export the record

Mapping-capable systems add GPS/GNSS position and export field records for GIS, as-built updates and client handover.

System range

Built For Every Locate, From First Sweep To Survey Grade.

Put the RD8200 series first for professional locating, then add the right supporting tools: cable avoidance, transmitters, clamps, sondes, RF marker location, metal detection and accessories.

Flagship

RD8200 Series

The priority range for advanced pipe and cable locating, built for speed, accuracy and reliable performance in congested or noisy corridors.

Survey grade

RD8200SG

The RD8200 family workflow extended into combined locating and mapping with mobile-device workflows and correction-service flexibility.

Avoidance

C.A.T & Genny

Fast pre-dig sweeps for construction, utilities, road works and maintenance crews.

Specialist

Sondes, markers & magnetic

Trace drains and ducts, re-find marker balls, and detect iron or steel assets when EM locating is not enough.

Common applications

Locate Across Water, Power, Telecom, Gas And Civil Works.

Choose the equipment around the asset, soil conditions, access constraints and the quality of record you need at handover.

Water mains and service connections
Power cables and substations
Telecom ducts and fibre corridors
Gas mains and tracer wires
Construction and SUE surveys
Municipal asset mapping
Featured equipment

The Locator Lineup

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RD8200SG Survey Grade Locator
Radiodetection

RD8200SG Survey Grade Locator

RD8200SG helps you view and build your map as you go along using a mobile app. Flexible solution, can work with any correction service provider and mapping solution.

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RD8200 Pipe Cable Locator - All industry locator for utility mapping
Radiodetection

RD8200 Pipe Cable Locator

The new RD8200 all industry pipe cable locator is a no compromise all-industry locator, designed for accurate and effective every day use.

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RD7200 Pipe Cable Locator
Radiodetection

RD7200 Pipe Cable Locator

The new RD7200 an all-industry locator, designed for accurate and effective locating of buried utility, protecting users and infrastructures.

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RD312 Metal Locator - For locating magnetic and metal objects
Radiodetection

RD312 Metal Locator

RD312 is a low entry metal locator suitable for locating buried metal object such as metal cover locator and valves

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C.A.T4+ Cable Avoidance Tool - Buried pipe cable locating tools
Radiodetection

C.A.T4+ Cable Avoidance Tool

Radiodetection CAT4+ it the most economical pipe cable locating tools before ground excavation to avoid cause damage and injury

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GA-52Cx Magnetic Locator
Schonstedt

GA-52Cx Magnetic Locator

The Schonstedt GA-52Cx Locator detects the magnetic field of iron and steel objects such as manhole cover and valve

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GA-72Cd Magnetic Locator
Schonstedt

GA-72Cd Magnetic Locator

Schonstedt GA-72Cd magnetic locator is designed to detects the magnetic field of iron and steel objects such as manhole cover and valve.

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Maggie Magnetic Locator - Detect buried markers and manhole
Schonstedt

Maggie Magnetic Locator

Schonstedt Maggie Magnetic Locator for locating magnetic and metal object such as manhole cover and valves

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MRX RF Marker Locator
Radiodetection

MRX RF Marker Locator

Radiodetection MRX RF Precision Marker Locators, offering optional data logging and survey grade GPS.   Buying Guide:       A standard kit comes with a Locator, Transmitter and Soft Carry Bag. Refer to the table below for reference on the options available. ADD ON: +  Signal Transmitter +  More Locator Accessories

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Schonstedt GA-92XTD Magnetic Locator - detect manhole cover and valve
Schonstedt

Schonstedt GA-92XTD Magnetic Locator

The Schonstedt GA-92xtd Locator detects the magnetic field of iron and steel objects such as manhole cover and valve

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Schonstedt Spot Magnetic Locator - Offer speed & accuracy for locating
Schonstedt

Schonstedt Spot Magnetic Locator

SPOT Magnetic Locator, offers accuracy and ease of use in a sleek, light weight package with improved ergonomics.

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SuperCAT4+ Pipe Cable Locator - Must have for locating buried utility
Radiodetection

SuperCAT4+ Pipe Cable Locator

SuperCAT4+ range of locators and transmitters uses a selection of passive, sonde and active frequencies to target specific buried assets

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PCMx Pipe Current Mapper - Preventive & identifying source of corrosion

PCMx Pipe Current Mapper

PCMx for preventative maintenance on pipelines; extending asset life by identifying possible sources of corrosion at an early stage.

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Local support

Equipment Is Only Half The Locate.

Questions, Answered

What is the difference between a locator and a cable avoidance tool (CAT)?+

A CAT helps you detect and avoid buried services before digging to prevent strikes. A precision locator pinpoints the exact position and depth of a specific pipe or cable for survey and asset work.

Do you provide operator training and calibration?+

Yes — RD-Palmer is an authorised service centre offering operator training from basic to competency level, plus in-house calibration and repair from our Kuala Lumpur facility.

Can I rent a locator before buying?+

Absolutely. We offer short and long-term rental so you can match equipment to a project or trial it before purchase.

Match The Right Locator To Your Site.

Tell RD-Palmer about the utility, depth, ground condition and output you need. We will recommend a setup, demo, rental or training path.

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