Radiodetection RD7200 Cable & Pipe Locator (Choice of Kit)

  • Designed for utility locating professionals
  • Accurate depth and current with TruDepth
  • StrikeAlert warns of shallow cable hazards
  • Power filters isolate cables in interference

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  • Designed for utility locating professionals
  • Accurate depth and current with TruDepth
  • StrikeAlert warns of shallow cable hazards
  • Power filters isolate cables in interference
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From £1,650.00 (ex VAT)

£1,980.00 (inc VAT)

Earn 1650 – 2130 points

Usually ships In 1 to 2 weeks

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Radiodetection RD7200 Cable & Pipe Locator

The Radiodetection RD7200 Cable & Pipe Locator is an advanced utility detection tool designed for precision and efficiency. With a lightweight, ergonomic design and durable IP65-rated casing, it delivers reliable results even in demanding environments. Its intuitive interface ensures ease of use, making it suitable for a wide range of industries, including construction, telecom, power, and pipeline maintenance. Its powerful signal processing technology ensures consistent performance even in challenging conditions, reducing interference and improving detection accuracy.

Precision Detection and Depth Accuracy

Equipped with TruDepth technology, the Radiodetection RD7200 provides highly accurate depth and current readings, displayed only when the locator is correctly positioned. This ensures precise location tracking and reduces measurement errors. The built-in compass orientation further improves accuracy by maintaining alignment with the target cable or pipe. Power filters enhance signal clarity, allowing users to isolate individual cables, even in densely packed underground networks.

Enhanced Safety and Usability

The Swing Warning System uses a gyroscopic sensor to help users maintain correct posture, reducing fatigue and improving accuracy. Additionally, StrikeAlert provides audible and visual warnings when shallow cables are detected, minimising the risk of accidental damage. The device also features vibration alerts, so warnings are never missed, even in noisy environments. These features improve operator safety and efficiency, ensuring a smooth and accurate locating process.

With seven active and four sonde frequencies, plus three passive modes, the Radiodetection RD7200 can detect and trace various underground utilities, including power lines, telecom cables, and water pipelines. Its high-sensitivity antennas and digital signal processing technology deliver superior accuracy, making it effective for long-distance tracing and fault detection. Power filters allow users to isolate a single target line in areas with multiple cables, ensuring clear identification.

Built for everyday use, the Radiodetection RD7200 Cable & Pipe Locator combines top-quality technology with a comfortable, well-balanced design. Its rechargeable battery offers extended operation, while the self-check function ensures consistent performance. Designed for reliability in all conditions, this locator is an essential tool for professionals who require accuracy and efficiency in utility finding.

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Radiodetection RD7200 Cable & Pipe Locator

Radiodetection RD7200 Cable & Pipe Locator is designed for accurate day-to-day utility locating across construction, power, water, pipeline and telecom work. Its sensitive signal processing supports reliable tracing, while eight active frequencies, four sonde frequencies and three passive modes provide options for different locating tasks. A high-contrast transflective LCD uses ambient light to improve readability in direct sunlight and supports use in demanding outdoor conditions.

TruDepth provides depth and current readings when the locator is correctly positioned above the target, helping the operator confirm that the correct line is being followed. Compass orientation helps maintain alignment with the target cable or pipe, while Power Filters can isolate a target cable where several signals are present. Peak+ mode adds Guidance or Null locating to Peak mode, giving operators further ways to move towards and centre on the target.

Safety and ease of use are supported by several built-in functions. StrikeAlert gives audible and visual warnings when shallow cables are detected, while vibration alerts help ensure warnings can be noticed in noisy environments. The Swing Warning System uses gyroscopic sensing to encourage correct locator handling, and the rugged IP65 casing, lightweight design, self-test function and rechargeable lithium-ion battery support regular field use.

Sonde Locate Performance Update

Sonde Locate Performance adds a revised sonde locating workflow to the Radiodetection RD7200 Cable & Pipe Locator through a free firmware update. The update provides clearer guidance from initial signal acquisition through to final pinpointing, with improved signal interpretation for more reliable depth readings and lateral positioning. Sundial functionality gives a clearer indication of sonde orientation, while proportional left and right arrows and forward and backward arrows help guide the operator to the correct position. The update is available through RD Manager Online for the RD7200 and is installed by connecting the locator to a compatible Windows PC by USB.

 

Key Benefits
  • TruDepth helps confirm depth and current when the locator is correctly positioned over the target.
  • Power Filters help separate a target cable from other signals in high-interference areas.
  • Compass orientation supports accurate alignment when tracing cables and pipes.
  • StrikeAlert gives audible and visual warning of shallow cables to help reduce accidental damage.
  • Vibration alerts provide an additional warning method for noisy working environments.
  • Swing Warning uses gyroscopic sensing to encourage correct handling and positioning.
  • The transflective LCD improves screen visibility in direct sunlight by using ambient light.
  • Peak+ mode combines Peak locating with Guidance or Null options for faster target positioning.
  • Self-test checks the locating circuitry, display and power functions before work begins.
  • Sonde Locate Performance provides clearer on-screen guidance for locating pushrod and crawler camera sondes.

 

Common Applications

Radiodetection RD7200 Cable & Pipe Locator is suitable for a range of testing, maintenance and inspection tasks, including:

  • Locating underground utilities on construction sites
  • Tracing power cables in complex electrical environments
  • Locating and tracing water pipelines
  • Following pipes fitted with Cathodic Protection Systems using CPS passive mode
  • Tracing telecom cables and higher impedance lines
  • Locating sondes used in ducts and conduits
  • Tracking pushrod and crawler camera sondes through underground infrastructure
  • Locating cable sheath faults with 8 kHz Fault Find mode and a Radiodetection A-Frame

 

Why Choose This Model?

Radiodetection RD7200 Cable & Pipe Locator combines TruDepth, compass orientation, Power Filters, StrikeAlert, Swing Warning, Peak+ and IP65 protection in a lightweight utility locator. Sonde Locate Performance also adds an updated workflow with Sundial guidance and improved sonde positioning through a free firmware update.

Product Comparison
Feature RD7200 RD8200 RD8200G
Sonde Locate Performance Supported now Supported now Supported now
Update required Free via RD Manager Online Free via RD Manager Online Free via RD Manager Online

 

General Specifications
Specification Details
Product type Cable and pipe locator
Display High-contrast transflective LCD, sunlight-readable
Active frequencies 8
Sonde frequencies 4
Passive modes 3
Power Filters Yes
Compass in active modes Yes
Compass in passive modes CPS and Power Filters
CALSafe™ Yes
Fault Find mode Yes
Ingress protection IP65, dustproof and water-resistant
Optional transmitters Tx-10 and Tx-5

 

Measurement and Accuracy Specifications
Specification Details
Depth and current measurement TruDepth readings displayed when the locator is correctly positioned above the target
Depth in Power mode Yes
Compass orientation Maintains alignment with the target utility
Peak+ locating Peak mode with Guidance or Null locating options
Tx-10 maximum transmitter output power 10 W
Tx-5 maximum transmitter output power 5 W
Tx-10 active frequencies 16
Tx-5 active frequencies 16
Tx-10 induction frequencies 8
Tx-5 induction frequencies 6
Tx-10 induction field strength 1
Tx-5 induction field strength 0.85
Tx-10 Eco mode Yes
Tx-5 Eco mode No

 

Mechanical and General Information
Specification Details
Battery type Rechargeable lithium-ion
Ergonomics Lightweight, well-balanced design
Alert system Visual, audio and vibration alerts
Swing Warning System Yes, gyroscopic-based alignment
StrikeAlert™ Yes, warns of shallow cables
Self-test function Checks locating circuitry, display and power functions
Speaker housing Waterproof
Design and manufacture Great Britain
Manufacturer part code Varies by kit selection
Warranty 3 years upon registration, locators and transmitters only

 

Specification Notes
  • TruDepth displays depth and current only when the locator is correctly oriented above the target.
  • Sonde Locate Performance is available for the RD7200 as a free firmware update through RD Manager Online.
  • Updating Sonde Locate Performance requires RD Manager Online v1.71.0 or later on a compatible Windows 10 or Windows 11 PC.
What’s Included
  • Radiodetection RD7200 Cable & Pipe Locator
  • Accessories based on kit selection (see options)
  • User manual
Rechargeable Kit with Mains & Auto Charger (10/RD7200-R-UK)
  • Radiodetection RD7200 Cable & Pipe Locator
  • Rechargeable battery
  • Mains charger
  • Auto charger
  • User manual
Rechargeable Kit with Mains Charger (10/RD7200-RM-UK)
  • Radiodetection RD7200 Cable & Pipe Locator
  • Rechargeable battery
  • Mains charger
  • User manual
Rechargeable Kit with Auto Charger (10/RD7200-RA)
  • Radiodetection RD7200 Cable & Pipe Locator
  • Rechargeable battery
  • Auto charger
  • User manual
Soft Carry Bag Kit (10/RD7200-BAG)
  • Radiodetection RD7200 Cable & Pipe Locator
  • Soft carry bag
  • User manual
Soft Carry Bag & Rechargeable Kit with Mains & Auto Charger (10/RD7200-BAG-R-UK)
  • Radiodetection RD7200 Cable & Pipe Locator
  • Soft carry bag
  • Rechargeable battery
  • Mains charger
  • Auto charger
  • User manual
Soft Carry Bag & Rechargeable Kit with Mains Charger (10/RD7200-BAG-RM-UK)
  • Radiodetection RD7200 Cable & Pipe Locator
  • Soft carry bag
  • Rechargeable battery
  • Mains charger
  • User manual
Soft Carry Bag & Rechargeable Kit with Auto Charger (10/RD7200-BAG-RA)
  • Radiodetection RD7200 Cable & Pipe Locator
  • Soft carry bag
  • Rechargeable battery
  • Auto charger
  • User manual

 

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