Amprobe UAT-505 Underground Utilities Locator Kit

The Amprobe UAT-505 Underground Utility Locator Kit is a rugged, economical solution for locating underground energized and de-energized wires, cables and pipes. The Transmitter utilizes the proven 33 kHz frequency, which is ideal for most locating applications. With the Receiver, trace the signal in Induction or Direct Test Leads Connection Modes. The Receiver features fast sound and meter response and easy depth measurements to 20 feet at the push of a button, as well as highly sensitive Power and Radio Modes which detect energized wires and radio signals on underground lines.

Expert tracing features for any situation

The UAT-505 can be used in different modes for optimal tracing in many situations.

Receiver

• Power Mode locates energized wires with a 50/60 Hz frequency. The Receiver alone detects the electromagnetic fields emitted by buried energized lines conducting currents.
• Radio Mode uses the Receiver to detect radio waves coming from cellular towers, radio stations, etc. that are picked up and carried by underground metal objects, such as cables or pipes.

Receiver and transmitter

• Induction Mode uses the Transmitter to wirelessly induce a signal into a buried pipe, cable, or wire. The Receiver then detects the signal carried by the buried utility.
• In Direct Test Leads Connection Mode, the Transmitter is connected to the buried de-energized cables or utilities with test leads (provided there is an available access point to the utility). The Transmitter then sends a signal across the wire or pipe.
• If it is not possible to gain access to a cable for making an electrical contact or it is not safe to do so, the optional Signal Clamp provides an efficient and safe method of applying a locate signal to a cable.

Note: The UAT-505 can also trace non-metallic pipes in Induction or Direct Test Leads Connection Modes. Some of these pipes have embedded metal trace that will conduct signal for tracing. For pipes without embedded metal, use a conductive tracing tape.

Note: The UAT-500-T Transmitter should never be connected to an energized circuit. The Amprobe UAT-600-T Transmitter, safety rated CAT IV 600 V, can be safely used to connect to energized circuits.