Minelab F3 Compact Mine Detector: Features, Specifications, and Deployment
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F3 COMPACT Mine Detector

The F3 COMPACT incorporates all of the capabilities of the proven standard F3 detector but uses a new mechanical platform that greatly reduces the packed volume and weight of the equipment.

Key Features

Effective

Capable of detecting all metal and minimum metal mines at full sensitivity regardless of the mineralised content of soil.

Rugged

Constructed from impact resistant materials and designed to survive in any operating environment.

Easy to Use

Well positioned and intuitive controls.

Safe

Uniform sensitivity across the surface of the search head eliminating any blind spots – provision of a 'Confidence Tone' during operation and comprehensive Built-In-Test systems to monitor and confirm detector functionality.

Compact

A compact mine detector with full performance.

3 Steps to Deploy Detector

Image: Detector partially assembled, showing the release arm strap and pivot shaft mechanism. Step 1: Release arm strap and pivot shaft

Image: Detector with handle and shaft being locked into place, indicating a secure connection. Step 2: Lock handle and shaft into place

Image: Search head rotated and shafts extended to their full operational length. Step 3: Rotate search head and extend shafts

Features

  • Variable sensitivity through the selection of seven uniquely combined audio and sensitivity configurations
  • Customised sensitivity using Minelab's configuration software
  • Minimises risk of initiating magnetic influence mines
  • Fully adjustable for operator comfort
  • Fully enclosed and protected cables
  • Fast and accurate pinpointing
  • Audio and visual indications
  • RS232 port for data logging
  • Adjustable search head
  • Simple to operate
  • Waterproof (IP68)
  • Optional hard case also available

Specifications

Specification Details
Operating Length 1490mm / 59in - 750mm / 30in
Packed Length 397mm / 16in
Operating Weight 2.7kg / 6lbs
Transmission Multi Period Sensing - BiPolar
Audio Output Internal Speaker / Earset (Options: 1. Speaker ON / 2. Speaker OFF)
Water Resistant IP68 (Waterproof to 3m)
Batteries 4 x C Cell (Alkaline or Rechargeable)
Data Output RS232
Visual Display Nine LED
Battery Alarm Visual and Audio
Operating Temperature -30C to 60C / -22F to 140F
Design Standard MIL STD 810 G

Contact & Support

AUSTRALIA (Head Office)
Tel: +61 8 8238 0888
Fax: +61 8 8238 0890

USA
Tel: +1 888 949 6522
Fax: +1 630 401 8180

IRELAND
Tel: +353 21 423 2352
Fax: +353 21 423 2353

Email: countermine@minelab.com.au

Website: www.minelab.com

Document Reference: 4907-0503-2 Brochure CM 2P A4 F3 Compact EN

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