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Minelab Metal Detector Price List
GPX 4500
SD 2200v2 & SD 2100v2
Eureka Gold
E - Trac
E - Trac Report
Safari
Sovereign GT
X-Terra Series II
X-Terra Series I
Musketeer Advantage
Excalibur II

    

          MINELAB METAL DETECTORS        

 

The following information on the most popular Minelab Metal Detectors currently available has been provided with the aim of giving you some idea on what the specifications, features and uses are for each unit. If you have any other questions ... please contact us.

PLEASE NOTE !

Further information and technical details on all the models of Minelab Metal Detectors as well as Field Tests and reports can be found by "clicking" on to the revelant models in the Left-hand side column of this page.

Also ... Don't forget to check our   METAL DETECTOR WEB SUPER SPECIALS   at the top of this page.

 

INDEX

Gold Prospecting metal detectors ... Comparison Chart

GPX 4500     New !

SD 2200v2 & SD 2100v2

Eureka Gold

Commander GP / SD Search Coils        

 

Treasure Hunting, Coin, Relic & Beachcombing metal detectors ... Comparison Chart

E - Trac        

Safari   

Sovereign GT 

X-Terra Series II - Model 305 / 505 / 705   New !

X-Terra Series I - Models 70; 50 & 30    (Previous models)    .... Information only

Musketeer Advantage

Excalibur II      Underwater Metal Detector   New !

 

Minelab Metal Detector & Accessory & Spare Parts Price List  ....  in the left-hand column of this page.

 

Glossary of Terms

Minelab 'Australian Adventure Club'

Product Warranty Conditions

 

           I told you that my nugget would be bigger than yours!

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GOLD PROSPECTING - METAL DETECTOR COMPARISON CHART

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GPX - 4500   New !

 

Another step up to the next generation of metal detectors in High-End Gold Detection !

UseA dedicated gold prospecting metal detector that is capable of nulling the effect of extreme iron mineralization where gold can be found.

This newly designed metal detector is the 7th update and was released on the 7th April 2008.

The original Minelab SD 2000 (May 1995) the updated models that followed were the: SD 2100 (April 1996)+ SD 2100e & SD 2100 v2; SD 2200D (May 1998 + SD 2200 v2); GP Extreme (November 2000); GP 3000 (April 2003); GP 3500 (March 2005) and the GPX-4000 (November 2006).

In each case and as each model came out, prospectors went back to the goldfields all around Australia and found more gold.

This brand new model is now available from us at a very competitive cash price.

It must be noted that Minelab Electronics Pty Ltd have put far more into research and development in gold prospecting metal detectors than any any manufacturer world-wide.

WARNING:  Be aware ! ... of "so-called" gold prospecting detectors made and / or exported from European and Asian countries they are totally useless in Australia !

 

      Minelab GPX - 4500 Metal Detector               Another great gold find! 

HISTORY

This metal detector has been specially designed for gold prospecting in areas of extreme iron mineralisation to locate both small and large gold nuggets in eluvial or alluvial gold deposits. By the same token, you can now detect even deeper in non-mineralised ground by turning the ground balance mode off. This setting can be advantageous when searching sandy and loamy soil or any other non-packed material.

Following the great success of the Minelab GPX - 4000  the new Minelab GPX - 4500 metal detector is now the 8th model since this new type of pulse metal detection technology was released in May 1995 has come a long way in providing the serious gold prospector with an instrument capable of finding even more and more gold than ever before!

It has been proven that each model has gone deeper than the model before ... finding even smaller gold nuggets as well as larger ones at a greater depth - this of course depends on various factors such as ground conditions and operator experience. By the same factor, Minelab have made many changes and updates to the circuitry which in turn, provided better stability in areas of extreme iron mineralization.

In order to find gold these days, it pays to keep up with technology ... this, as you would be well aware of, applies to a wide range of products on the market today not only to metal detectors. 

I have found with my long experience of 40 years + in the metal detector industry, that far greater technology has occurred in just the past few years compared with the previous technology available to us in the past.

Even today, the larger metal detector manufacturers both in Australia and overseas are currently working on both new and updating models all the time to give you the best that is available. 

Minelab have done just that in producing this new GPX - 4500.           Gold Through Technology

With the current price of gold in Australia "floating" around the $1500.00 per ounce mark it now makes sense to re-visit the popular as well as the least popular gold areas which will give you today a far better chance to find that gold.

Full information on this model can be found on our special GPX 4500  page.

Just click on to:      GPX 4500     in the left-hand column of this page.

Please check our         Metal Detector Web Super Specials ... at the top of this page. 

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 SD 2200v2 and SD 2100v2

These gold prospecting detectors are the predecessors to the current GPX series. 

They have been given a facelift but the actual ‘workings’ of the unit are still the same as the previous models. 

There are two models (a)  SD 2200v2 and (b) SD 2100v2.

 

SD 2200 v2

 

                     Minelab 'SD 2200Dv2' Metal Detector

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Use:  Gold Prospecting ... plus locating all other metals in ... up to high mineralized ground.

It is not totally suitable for Coin, Treasure, Relic Hunting as it does NOT have a full range discriminator. 

If using at the beach, wet salty sand can pose a problem with this model.

 

For full information this model can be found on our special SD 2200v2 and SD2100v2  page.

Just click on to:      SD 2200v2 & SD 2100v2      in the left-hand column of this page.

Please check our            Metal Detector Web Super Specials ... at the top of this page. 

 

 

SD 2100 v2

              Minelab 'SD 2100v2' Metal Detector

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Use:  Gold Prospecting ... plus locating all other metals in ... up to high mineralized ground.

It is not totally suitable for Coin, Treasure, Relic Hunting as it does NOT have a discriminator. 

If using at the beach, wet salty sand can pose a problem with this model.

 

For full information this model can be found on our special SD 2200v2 and SD2100v2  page.

Just click on to:      SD 2200v2 & SD 2100v2      in the left-hand column of this page.

Please check our:            Metal Detector Web Super Specials ... at the top of this page. 

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EUREKA GOLD

           

 

Use:  Gold Prospecting ... plus locating all other metals in ... up to high mineralized ground.

It is not totally suitable for Coin, Treasure, Relic Hunting as it does NOT have a discriminator. 

If using at the beach, wet salty sand can pose a problem with this model.

However, t is an excellent gold prospecting detector that finds both small, medium and large gold nuggets.

 

It is an extremely popular and suited detector for use in the New South Wales and Queensland goldfields.

 

For full information this model can be found on our special Full information this model can be found on our special

These gold prospecting detectors are the predecessors to the current GPX series. 

They have been given a facelift but the actual ‘workings’ of the unit are still the same as the previous models. 

There are two models (a)  SD 2200v2 and (b) SD 2100v2.

 

SD 2200 v2

 

                     Minelab 'SD 2200Dv2' Metal Detector

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Use:  Gold Prospecting ... plus locating all other metals in ... up to high mineralized ground.

It is not totally suitable for Coin, Treasure, Relic Hunting as it does NOT have a full range discriminator. 

If using at the beach, wet salty sand can pose a problem with this model.

 

For full information this model can be found on our special SD 2200v2 and SD2100v2  page.

Just click on to:      SD 2200v2 & SD 2100v2      in the left-hand column of this page.

Please check our            Metal Detector Web Super Specials ... at the top of this page. 

 

 

SD 2100 v2

              Minelab 'SD 2100v2' Metal Detector

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Use:  Gold Prospecting ... plus locating all other metals in ... up to high mineralized ground.

It is not totally suitable for Coin, Treasure, Relic Hunting as it does NOT have a discriminator. 

If using at the beach, wet salty sand can pose a problem with this model.

 

For full information this model can be found on our special SD 2200v2 and SD2100v2  page.

Just click on to:      SD 2200v2 & SD 2100v2      in the left-hand column of this page.

Please check our:            Metal Detector Web Super Specials ... at the top of this page. 

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EUREKA GOLD

           

 

Use:  Gold Prospecting ... plus locating all other metals in ... up to high mineralized ground.

It is not totally suitable for Coin, Treasure, Relic Hunting as it does NOT have a discriminator. 

If using at the beach, wet salty sand can pose a problem with this model.

However, t is an excellent gold prospecting detector that finds both small, medium and large gold nuggets.

 

It is an extremely popular and suited detector for use in the New South Wales and Queensland goldfields.

 

For full information this model can be found on our special Full information this model can be found on our special

Just click on to:      Eureka Gold      in the left-hand column of this page.

      

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Please check our Metal Detector Web Super Specials ... at the top of this page. 

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COMMANDER SEARCH COILS

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Optional Minelab Commander Coils available for the GPX - 4500 and other GP & SD Metal Detectors

18" Round Double D:  A serious coil for the serious operator. The 18" Double-D punches deep through heavy mineralisation, while running smooth to allow you to hear those mellow, deep nugget responses.

8” Round Monoloop:  The most sensitive of the Commander series, the 8” round provides the best depth on sub-gram nuggets in light to moderately mineralised soils. A popular coil for use on old diggings, it is also a great coil for detecting in heavy vegetation.

11” Round Monoloop:  A lighter, more sensitive and deeper seeking coil compared to its Double-D brother, the 11” Monoloop is a brilliant coil for almost any situation. The second most sensitive Commander Monoloop, it is also one of the most stable Monoloop coils available, and remains stable in most soil types.

15” x 12” Semi Elliptical Monoloop:  On larger nuggets, this coil has better depth than the 11” Monoloop and the 15"x12" Double-D. It is very sensitive for its size. This coil is great for searching open areas for new patches, and also when seeking out deeper nuggets in areas that are too vegetated to allow effective use of the 18” Monoloop. It is an extremely stable coil and runs smooth in all but the worst soil conditions. This coil has already become a favourite for many operators.

18" Round Monoloop:  Superb depth and good sensitivity in low to medium mineralisation. This coil will find targets in heavily worked areas where other operators have given up. In addition to this there are also a number of other size coils now available to give improved performance to your detector. These range from smaller coils which give greater sensitivity to small targets and are lighter and manoeuvrable in heavy vegetation, up to larger coils which give greater depth.

10” x 5” Elliptical Double D:  This is the coil that every prospector should carry as its versatility is endless. Great in thick scrub, heavy mineralisation, and high trash, it has superb sensitivity, and surprising depth for such a small coil. It is also great for pinpointing deep targets found with one of the larger coils, and is extremely stable in all soils.

15” x 12” Semi  Elliptical Double D:  This coil has greater depth and ground coverage than the 11” DD, it provides stable operation in all soils. This is a great coil for all-round use in highly variable mineralisation, and a lighter, more manoeuvrable alternative to the 18” DD when seeking out large nuggets in heavy mineralisation. Its semi-elliptical design provides impressive sensitivity for its size.

 

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TREASURE HUNTING, COIN, RELIC & BEACHCOMBING  

METAL DETECTOR COMPARISON CHART

      

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E - TRAC           New !

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Minelab 'E - Trac' Metal Detector       

Use:  Coin, Treasure & Relic Hunting as well as beachcombing.

 

This brand new model of metal detector (similar to the previous model the Minelab Explorer SE)  is a new product which now sets a new benchmark for the metal detector industry.

It is a world first !

Full information this model can be found on our special E-Trac page.

Just click on to:      E-Trac       in the left-hand column of this page.

For complete information and a FIELD TEST / PRODUCT REPORT on this model please view ourin the left-hand column of this page.

For complete information and a FIELD TEST / PRODUCT REPORT on this model please view our special  E - Trac Report page.

Just click on to:        E - Trac Report         in the top left-hand side column of this page  

 

Plus your extra FREE   12 LED Head Torch gift ! 

 

Please check our:   Metal Detector Web Super Specials ... at the top of this page.  

 

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SOVEREIGN GT          

 

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Minelab 'Sovereign GT' Metal Detector

 

Use:   The SOVEREIGN GT is an excellent 'all-rounder' for basic gold prospecting (in areas of up to medium to high mineralization), coin and treasure hunting as well as for beachcombing without spending a fortune!

Full information can be found on our Sovereign GT  page.

Just click on to:    Sovereign GT     in the left-hand column of this page.

Please check our:   Metal Detector Web Super Specials ... at the top of this page.  

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X-TERRA SERIES II MODELS 305; 505 & 705

 

X-Terra II Announcement      NOW AVAILABLE !

 

X-Terra 305            X-Terra 305 cbox      To enlarge these photographs just 'click' on to the relevant picture.    

 

Minelab 'X-Terra Series II Metal Detectors       

Use:   Coin, treasure, relic hunting, beachcombing and basic Gold Prospecting.

 

For full information on these models can be found on our special  X-TERRA SERIES II   page.

Just click on to:       X-terra Series II        in the left-hand column of this page

Please check our:            Metal Detector Web Super Specials ... at the top of this page. 

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X-TERRA SERIES I

           

Use:   Coin, treasure, relic hunting, beachcombing and basic Gold Prospecting.

These now superceded models are still available at SPECIAL RUN OUT PRICES !   

Information on these models can now be viewed separately.       

Just click on to:      X-TERRA Series I  in the top left-hand side column of this page  

Please check our:            Metal Detector Web Super Specials ... at the top of this page. 

 

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 MUSKETEER ADVANTAGE

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Use:  Coin, treasure, relic hunting, beachcombing and basic Gold Prospecting.

Also for most Industrial applications.

There are 2 models available:

  • (a) Musketeer Advantage (800 model) with 8” Coil   

  • (b) Musketeer Advantage Pro (1000 model) with 10” Coil  

 

The Minelab MUSKETEER ADVANTAGE is the best performing detector in its class. It is ideally suited for the coin and relic hunter who needs simple, solid performance. 

The Musketeer Advantage is fitted with DD submersible search coil is lightweight and easy to use.

For full information this model can be found on our special  MUSKETEER ADVANTAGE   page.

Just click on to:       Musketeer Advantage         in the left-hand column of this page

Please check our:            Metal Detector Web Super Specials ... at the top of this page. 

 

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EXCALIBUR II    ...  Underwater Metal Detector

  

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  • (a)        800 model with 8” Coil   
  • (b)       1000 model   with 10” Coil  

The unique design of the EXCALIBUR II beach and underwater metal detector allows you to use it effectively in or out of the water. Whether working the beach, wading the shallows or diving a shipwreck at 200 feet, the Excalibur II will perform every time.

Powered by Broad Band Spectrum (BBS) technology of 17 frequencies between 1.5 kHz to 25.5 kHz, the amazing depth and accuracy of the Excalibur II continues to amaze long time divers and everyday beachcombers.

For full information this model can be found on our special EXCALIBUR II  page.

Just click on to:      Excalibur II      in the left-hand column of this page

Please check our:            Metal Detector Web Super Specials ... at the top of this page. 

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For those who are unsure as to metal detector terminology, the following GLOSSARY OF TERMS should help you.

GLOSSARY OF TERMS

Control Box: This encloses the electronic circuitry of the detector. The control box generates the Tx (transmit) signals sent by the coil and processes the Rx (receive) signals detected by the coil. All user selectable functions are located on the front and rear panels of the control box.

Discrimination: The ability of a detector to determine if a located target is made from ferrous metal (iron or steel) or non-ferrous metal (non-magnetic).

Double-D Coils: Two windings of wire that overlap in the shape of two D's (one reversed). The characteristics of a Double-D coil are stability, especially in heavily mineralised ground, good depth and sensitivity and a very thorough search pattern.

Electromagnetic Field: Commonly called the 'signal from the coil'. An electromagnetic field is generated within the wire windings of the search coil and this field is pulsed or sent into the ground. The presence of a metal target in the ground will disturb the pattern of this field and this disturbance is sensed by the receive system of the detector and indicated to the operator by an audible 'beep'.

False Signals: These sound similar to target signals but are caused by other factors. Common causes for false signals are incorrect Ground Balance, hot rocks, signals caused by knocking the coil on obstacles, etc. With experience, the operator will learn methods to minimise false signals and to hear subtle differences between target signals and false signals.

Ferrous Metals: Metals composed of or containing iron. A ferrous item will be attracted to a magnet and is predominantly or completely made of iron or steel.

Ground Balance: The ability of the metal detector to compensate for the effects of ground mineralisation.   For instance: The GPX 500 has 'automatic Ground Balance'. When Ground Balance is used in the Tracking setting it continually compensates for changes in the ground mineralisation.

Halo Effect: After a metal object has remained undisturbed in the soil for a considerable amount of time, a diffusion occurs around the object. This has the effect of the object appearing to the detector to be a larger size.

Hot Rock: An individual rock which has a high degree of mineralisation in comparison to the surrounding ground around it. Due to this difference, the detector does not have the opportunity to Ground Balance to the individual hot rock so therefore gives a false signal. The signal will diminish rapidly by increasing the coil height above the hot rock.

Interference: Electricity or radio waves in the area being detected can cause instability or chattering of the Threshold. Interference commonly occurs due to power lines, underground cables, radar, other detectors or climatic conditions like thunderstorms.

Mineralisation: Most ground contains some minerals, which can cause false ground signals to be detected. Heavily mineralised ground requires different detector processing than does neutral or lightly mineralised ground. Ground containing heavy salt concentrations require entirely different processing again.

Monoloop Coils: Monoloop coils are the style of coil where the multiple strands of wire are wound in a single loop around the circumference of the coil. The field of search of Monoloop coils tends to be cone shaped. They provide greater depth and sensitivity compared to a Double-D coil of equivalent size in low to medium mineralisation.

Non-Ferrous Metals: Metals that do not contain significant levels of iron. Non-magnetic metals such as Gold, Silver, Copper, Brass, Lead or Aluminium.

Pinpoint: The method of determining the precise location of a target prior to digging. Pinpointing uses the design of the search coil windings to determine the exact position of the detected target.

Rx (Receive): Refers to the response or electromagnetic field which is received back by the coil and is used by the control box circuitry to detect a metal item in the ground.

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MINELAB   "AUSTRALIAN ADVENTURE CLUB"

 

When you purchase a Minelab GP or SD Series Metal Detector … Minelab Electronics Pty Ltd provide you with the following benefits:

  • Field Tuition (for Australian customers only) in the goldfields on your new detector.
  • Your own copy of "Handy Hints and Tips" booklet.
  • FREE Minelab Cap.
  • FREE Adventure Club Key Ring (including your Membership Number).
  • FREE subscription to the periodic Newsletter – "The Minelab Times"
  • Exclusive FREECALL 1800 Number for Club Members only.

Joining the "Minelab Australian Adventure Club" is as simple as filling out your Warranty Card and returning it direct to Minelab in Adelaide . When this is received your FREE Cap and Key Ring will be sent out to you along with information on how to enjoy the benefits of the Club.

Field Training Days will be held once every 4 to 6 weeks (depending on numbers) at different goldfield locations around Australia . To allow for individual tuition, training groups will be maximum of 15 members. Minelab’s field trainers are professional prospectors who will show you how to use your new detector, how to set it up to suit different conditions, the general skills of metal detecting and other handy hints.

Morning and afternoon tea is provided, and you will have plenty of time to detect on your own. You also have the option of taking a second “refresher course” in the first 12 months after purchase.

At the completion of the training day, you will receive a detailed booklet that outlines the operations and handy hints you’ve learnt during the day and other useful information.

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PRODUCT WARRANTY CONDITIONS      

 

(Revised ... as from: 2nd March 2009)  

1.         Subject to the terms and conditions outlined in this warranty, Minelab Electronics Pty Ltd (ACN 008 208 446) (Minelab") warrants that its products will be free from defects in materials or workmanship for the periods specified in paragraph 2 (Minelab's Warranty").

2.         Minelab’s Warranty periods are as follows ("Warranty Periods"):

2.1       Electronic control boxes (with the exception of the Excalibur*), Minelab branded search coils, handles, shafts, headphones, bags and battery chargers are under warranty for a period of 3 years (36 months) from the date of retail purchase as set out in the Warranty Registration Card ("Date of Purchase");  (* The Excalibur is warranted for a period of 1 year (12 months) from the Date of Purchase.

2.2       Batteries and all accessory items not listed in paragraph 2.1 are under warranty for a period of 6 months from the Date of Purchase.

3.        This Warranty will not be effective unless:

3.1       the Warranty Registration Card is completed and returned to Minelab within 14 days of the date of Purchase.     

3.2       Minelab is notified in writing of any alleged defect within 30 days of the Purchaser first becoming aware of the alleged defect; and

3.3       after notifying Minelab of the alleged defect, the warranty holder fails to comply with all reasonable directions issued by Minelab in relation to the assessment of the fault and the return and/or repair of the equipment.does not cover any loss of income or expenses claimed or incurred as a result of failure of the equipment;

4.         To the maximum extent permitted by law this warranty:

4.1        is personal to the purchaser identified in the Warranty Registration Card ("Purchaser") and is not transferable.

4.2        does not extend to any indirect or consequential loss or damage, including but not limited to indirect or consequential loss suffered as a result of a failure in the operation or performance of the equipment sold, repaired or serviced.

4.3        does not cover any loss of income or expenses claimed or incurred as a result of failure of the equipment;

4.4        does not cover damage caused by accident, misuse, negligent act or omission, alteration, modifications or unauthorised service by the Purchaser or any other party;

4.5       commences on the date of Purchase and expires at the end of the relevant Warranty Period;

4.6       is limited to operation of the equipment under normal use and in accordance with Minelab's printed instructions; and

4.7       is limited to repair, replacement or service (at Minelab's sole discretion) of any part or parts which are returned to Minelab, and which on Minelab's examination conclusively appears to be defective.

5.         The Customer must return any defective component to Minelab, whether direct or through an authorised service centre, with freight prepaid. While under warranty, the repaired or replaced components will be returned to the customer with return freight paid by Minelab.

6.         Minelab's Warranty is limited as set out above. Subject to all relevant laws in each jurisdiction within which the warranty operates, no other warranty, guarantee or representation as to its products or their performance is made or given by Minelab.

7.         The benefits conferred by this warranty are in addition to all other non-excludable rights and remedies in respect of the equipment that a warranty holder may have under the Trade Practices Act 1974 (Australia) and corresponding laws in each jurisdiction within which the warranty operates from time to time.     

E. & O.E.

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