Mark highly visible lines and reference points on site, and protect metal from rust.

Digicat utility locator, series 500xf Leica
Also known as: cable locator, cable avoidance tool
Key features
- TypePortable service locator (cable locator)
- Typical detection depthPower up to 3 m, Radio up to 2 m; transmitter mode depends on the transmitter or the probe
- Protection rating (IP)IP54
- Power supply6 AA alkaline batteries (IEC LR6), included
- Battery runtime (h)40 (intermittent use at 20°C)
- Weight (kg)2.7 (with batteries)
What it is
Digicat utility locator, series 500xf Leica. Key specifications: type Portable service locator (cable locator), protection rating (IP) IP54, power supply 6 AA alkaline batteries (IEC LR6), included.
The cable locator, or tracer, is a receiver that picks up the electromagnetic fields of buried cables and metal pipes, also with the help of a transmitter connected to the line, and indicates their position and approximate depth.
What it is for
Used for inspecting plant, pipework and structures, for taking measurements and levels in the field and in excavation work.
How to use it
Switch on the receiver and walk over the area to be checked, following the signal. For a specific cable or pipe, connect or bring up the transmitter. Mark the detected routes on the surface. The results are indicative: before digging, make trial holes by hand.
Where it is used
- Road and motorway construction
- Civil engineering
- Earthmoving and excavation
Technical data
- Type: Portable service locator (cable locator)
- Protection rating (IP): IP54
- Power supply: 6 AA alkaline batteries (IEC LR6), included
- Battery runtime (h): 40 (intermittent use at 20°C)
- Weight (kg): 2.7 (with batteries)
Who it is for
Designed for site managers, electricians, excavator operators and surveyors.
Standards and compliance
Reference standards: CE marking in accordance with the EU directives applicable to the detection systems sector, compliance with current technical and safety standards, technical documentation supplied by the manufacturer Leica.
Utility locator Digicat series 500xf Leica (Leica) — Unrivalled ease of use Thanks to the automatic locating function, you no longer need to adjust the sensitivity of your Digicat utility locator manually, and you can be sure of using the optimum sensitivity for the environment in which you are carrying out your survey work. Reduced risk of human error and simpler, more efficient location of cables and pipes. To save time and money. Estimating the depth of underground infrastructure on site improves the accuracy of utility location and the breadth of the data captured. To obtain a depth estimate, use the Digicat 550xf utility locator and a Digitex 100t xf or 300t xf signal transmitter. Digicat 500xf series utility locators Leica There are two utility locators in this line, and they offer many advantages:
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Specifications 8
| Type | Portable service locator (cable locator) |
|---|---|
| Typical detection depth | Power up to 3 m, Radio up to 2 m; transmitter mode depends on the transmitter or the probe |
| Protection rating (IP) | IP54 |
| Power supply | 6 AA alkaline batteries (IEC LR6), included |
| Battery runtime (h) | 40 (intermittent use at 20°C) |
| Weight (kg) | 2.7 (with batteries) |
| Mode / frequencies | Power 50 Hz or 60 Hz; Radio 15 kHz to 60 kHz; Transmitter 8 kHz, 33 kHz, 512 Hz and 640 Hz; Auto (Power + Radio) |
| Bluetooth | No |
Compare with similar models
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Digicat utility locator, series 500xf Leica
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Digicat utility locator, series 600xf Leica
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| Brand | Leica | Leica | Leica | Leica |
| Type | Portable service locator (cable locator) | Portable service locator (cable locator) | Portable service locator (cable locator) | Portable service locator (cable locator) |
| Protection rating | IP54 | IP54 | IP54 | IP54 |
| Power supply | 6 AA alkaline batteries (IEC LR6), included | 6 AA alkaline batteries (IEC LR6), included | 6 AA alkaline batteries (IEC LR6), included | 6 AA alkaline batteries (IEC LR6), included |
| Battery runtime | 40 (intermittent use at 20°C) | 40 (intermittent use at 20°C) | 40 (intermittent use at 20°C) | 40 (intermittent use at 20°C) |
| Weight | 2.7 (with batteries) | 2.7 (with batteries) | 2.7 (with batteries) | 2.7 (with batteries) |
| Bluetooth | No | No | Sì | Sì |
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The perfect setup for this job
Everything you need in one place, from functionality to safety.
For the job
Leave clearly legible marks on wood, metal and masonry for marking out cuts and holes.
Mark out and signal road works and diversions to guide traffic safely.







