Radiodetection CAT4 Cable Avoidance Tool

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Key Features
  • Accurately detect underground cables, pipes and structures
  • High contrast, backlit LCD display
  • Network Rail approved

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Radiodetection CAT4 Cable Avoidance Tool

The Radiodetection C.A.T4 cable avoidance tool is a simple means of assisting excavation engineers to diagnose, map and ultimately avoid underground utility services such as electricity cables, data/telecoms cables, pipes and building structures when excavating.

It is important to note that the CAT4 cable avoidance tool should predominantly be used in conjunction with Radiodection’s Genny4 Signal Generator. This allows for locating hidden utilities that do not generate enough EMF or radio signal for them to be detected by the C.A.T4 alone.

The CAT4 includes ‘StrikeAlert’ software, which presents a visible indication of utilities that are located close to the surface of the ground that would present a potential ‘strike’ risk if left undiscovered.

The C.A.T4 can be used effectively in 4 modes; avoidance mode, genny mode, power mode and radio mode:

  • Avoidance mode - simultaneous detection of genny, power and radio signals
  • Power mode – used for detecting electromagnetic fields (EMFs) that surround buried power cables
  • Radio mode – used for detecting long-range radio signals travelling along buried pipes and cables
  • Genny mode – used for solely detecting signals generated by the Radiodetection Genny4 Signal Generator

The C.A.T4 also features ‘Dynamic Overload Protection’ that filters out unwanted electrical noise commonly found in and around electrical sub-stations and surface mounted HV cables; these can have an adverse affect on the detection of buried utility locations. Signal strength is displayed upon a high-contrast, backlit LCD screen that features a bar graph ‘tidemark’ allowing for quick and easy pin-pointing of hidden utilities.

All Radiodetection CAT4 and Genny4 products are Network Rail approved – please click here to view the Network Rail Certificate.

Radiodetection C.A.T4 range comparison matrix

  C.A.T4 C.A.T4+ gC.A.T4+
Avoidance mode ✔ ✔ ✔
Genny signal locate ✔ ✔ ✔
Power signal locate ✔ ✔ ✔
Radio signal locate ✔ ✔  ✔ 
Smaller diameter locate frequency ✔  ✔ ✔
eCert ✔ ✔ ✔
Dynamic overload protection ✔ ✔ ✔
Depth   ✔ ✔
StrikeAlert ✔ ✔ ✔
Data aquisition     ✔
 Service due indicator     ✔
 SWING warning     ✔
 CALSafe     ✔
 Bluetooth (for future use)     ✔
 GPS/GNSS     ✔

Radiodetection accessory packs

The Radiodetection C.A.T4 cable avoidance tool is compatible with number of Radiodetection accessory packs. Each pack contains a Genny4 signal locator and soft carry case as standard with further accessories detailed below

  • Radiodetection Genny4 and Bag Pack- Genny4 signal locator and radio detection soft carry case
  • Radiodetection Electricians Accessory Pack- kit providing users with a Radiodetection Genny4 signal generator, a live plug connector (UK plug), 100m (4") Clamp and a soft carry case.
  • Radiodetection Builders Accessory Pack- Radiodetection Genny4 signal generator, a standard 33kHz Sonde, M10 spring and 100mm (4") clamp. A soft carry case enables easy storage and transportation of the Genny and all accessories

Simply check the box with the kit required when you place your order and your cable avoidance tool will be shipped with your chosen accessory pack.

Key Features

  • Accurately detect underground cables, pipes and structures
  • High contrast, backlit LCD display
  • Network Rail approved
  • ‘StrikeAlert’ function that displays the location of services underground, which could cause a ‘strike’ risk if undetected
  • Power mode - detects EMF around cables
  • Radio mode - detects long-range radio signals
  • Avoidance mode - detects Jenny, power and radio signals simultaneously

What's In The Box?

  • Radiodetection C.A.T4 Cable Avoidance Tool
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  • Power signals (P): freq - 50Hz-1.5kHz, sensitivity - 3mA, locating depth(m) - 3 - 2
  • Radio signals (R): freq - 15kHz-30kHz, sensitivity - 25μA, locating depth(m) - 2 - 1
  • Genny4 signals (G): freq - 32.768kHz ±20Hz/131.072kHz ±20Hz, sensitivity - 5 μA, locating depth(m) - 4 - 2
  • Avoidance mode (A):freq - P + R + G as above, as above, sensitivity - 4 - 2
  • Dynamic range: 120dB @ 10Hz
  • Dynamic overload protection: 40dB @ 50Hz
  • Locate accuracy: ±10% of depth
  • Depth accuracy (on undistorted signal and with no adjacent signals): Line - 5% 0.1m to 3mm, Sonde: 5% 0.1m to 7m
  • Horizontal GPS position accuracy: 3m CEP (circular error probable)
  • Operating temp range: -20°C to +50°C
  • Storage temp range: -20°C to 70°C
  • Environmental protection: IP54
  • Batteries: 2 x LR20 (D) 1.5V alkaline
  • Data interface: USB 2.0, Bluetooth Low Energy (Android & Apple)
  • Recommended service interval: 1 year
  • Warranty: 12 months from purchase
  • Data storage capacity: 4GB
  • Calibration warning: Countdown from 31 days before due

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