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WHAT SIZE PIPE DOES THE FERRET WORK IN?
The Ferret is for use in pipes with internal diameters from 10mm (3/8”) to 45mm (1 3/4”).
WHAT PIPE MATERIAL DOES THE FERRET WORK IN?
The Ferret can be used in any pipe with a relatively smooth bore. It will work well with all types of plastic pipes and metallic pipes such as copper and lead. We do not recommend the Ferret is used in galvanized iron pipe due to the build up of internal corrosion often found in this pipe material.
WHAT IS THE MINIMUM AND MAXIMUM WORKING PRESSURE?
Optimal working pressure is 2 Bar (30PSI), however the Leak Locator will operate effectively between 0.5 to 5 Bar (7 to 70PSI).
HOW SMALL OF A LEAK CAN IT FIND?
The Ferret can find a drip! If the water meter is turning the Ferret can find it.
CAN IT GO AROUND BENDS?
The Ferret can easily go around bends where the pipe has been bent round without the installation of a fitting, it won’t go through 90 degree bend fittings.
HOW BIG AND HEAVY IS IT?
The dry weight of the Leak Locator is 10.5kg (23lbs). The basic system complete with ancillary equipment and carry case weighs less than 12.5kg (27.5lbs).
HOW FAR CAN IT GO?
The Leak Locator is fitted as standard with a 53m (173ft) umbilical cord that tethers the Ferret to the main system.
WHAT FREQUENCY IS THE SONDE?
33kHz. You will need a 33kHz signal generator and receiver to power and locate the sonde.
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