Foerster METEX 4.251

FOERSTER METEX 4.251 is a highly sensitive pulse-induction metal detector designed for searching metallic objects at great depths – up to 3.3 meters. The device is ideally suited for humanitarian demining, technical area survey, and searching for explosive ordnance located deeper than a conventional mine detector can find.

The main advantage of the METEX 4.251 is its flexible search frame of variable configuration, which ensures stable operation even in difficult conditions: in soil, on rocky terrain, or in shallow water. The detector is capable of detecting all types of electrically conductive metals, and the built-in automatic ground tracking system compensates for the influence of mineralization and salt water, guaranteeing high accuracy.

The METEX 4.251 can be used even in close proximity to other systems without mutual interference. The device features analog indication, convenient regulation of sensitivity, audio, and power, as well as protection against dust and moisture according to IP65/IP67 standards.

Manufacturer: Institut Dr. Foerster GmbH & Co. KG (Germany), a leading global developer of high-precision magnetic and metal detection systems.

Features

• Pulse-Induction technology
• High sensitivity to all types of metals in soil or shallow water
• Automatic ground tracking function to compensate for the influence of mineralization and salt water
• Simultaneous operation of several systems in close proximity is possible
• Detection depth up to 3.3 m depending on target size, geometry, orientation, and soil/environmental conditions

Flexible Search Frame

• Diameter approximately 1.36 m
• 2.5 m connecting cable to the control unit
• 2 straps for transport by 2 operators

Control Unit

• Analog indication of target detection, ground tracking, and battery status
• Adjustment of the audible target detection signal level, which is disabled when using headphones
• Manual threshold setting
• Adjustment of transmitter power, gain, evaluation time, and pulse frequency

Technical Specifications

GENERAL INFORMATION
Manufacturer	Institut Dr. Foerster GmbH & Co. KG, Germany
Detector Type	Pulse-Induction Metal Detector
Purpose	Search for large-depth metallic objects in soil or shallow water
Maximum Detection Depth	Up to 3.3 m (depending on size, target orientation, and soil type)
PHYSICAL PARAMETERS
Weight of Search Frame	3.90 kg
Weight of Control Unit	3.15 kg
Frame Dimensions	L × W × H: 1360 × 140 mm
Control Unit Dimensions	L × W × H: 280 × 235 × 103 mm
OPERATIONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Storage Temperature	-30 °C … +70 °C
Operating Temperature	-25 °C … +60 °C
Power Supply	12 V DC (rechargeable battery)
Duration of Continuous Operation	Up to 10 hours at +25 °C
Protection Rating	Frame – IP67; Control Unit – IP65
DETECTOR CHARACTERISTICS
Technology	Pulse-Induction (PI)
Metal Types	All electrically conductive metals
Functions	Automatic Ground Tracking, compensation for mineralization and salt water influence, possibility of simultaneous operation of multiple systems
Search Frame	Flexible, diameter 1.36 m, 2.5 m cable, two straps for transport
Indication	Analog indication of target, ground tracking, battery status
Adjustments	Audio level, sensitivity threshold, transmitter power, gain, evaluation time, pulse frequency
CERTIFICATION
European Directives	2004/108/EC – Electromagnetic Compatibility 2011/65/EU – RoHS
Standards Compliance	DIN EN 61326-1:2013 DIN EN 55011:2011, class A, group 2 DIN EN 61000-4-3:2011 DIN EN 61000-4-2:2009 DIN EN 61000-6-2:2006