MD-4080 Hobby Metal Detector
The MD-4080 is the upgraded version of the MD-4030, with a new search coil that reacts faster in detection. It runs on two frequencies, 7 kHz and 18 kHz, and offers four search modes including discrimination with automatic ground balance, so a user can tell metal types apart by tone rather than digging everything. Battery life is around 10 hours.
Key benefits
- Upgraded search coil giving quicker reaction than the MD-4030
- Dual frequency operation at 7 kHz and 18 kHz
- Discrimination mode with automatic ground balance identifies target type by tone
- View meter mode for searching in electrically noisy areas
- Around 10 hours of battery life
Problems it solves
- Entry-level detectors cannot distinguish target types
- Electrical noise makes audio-only detection unusable
- Slow coil response causes small targets to be missed
- A fixed stem length is uncomfortable for a long session
Who it is for
- Hobbyists moving up from an entry-level detector
- Users who want to identify targets before digging
- Detectorists working in areas with electrical interference
Application scenarios
- Coin, relic and jewellery hunting on lawns, snow and mountains
- Gold and silver searching
- Ancient relics investigation
- Security checks and industrial product examination
Technical features
- Four modes: discrimination, target pinpoint, all metal and view meter
- Automatic ground balance in discrimination and all-metal modes
- Low battery indicator
- Headphone jack for stereo headphones (not supplied)
- Adjustable stem and arm support
Specifications
| Operating Frequencies | 7 kHz and 18 kHz |
|---|---|
| Modes | Discrimination, target, all metal, view meter |
| Ground Balance | Automatic in discrimination and all-metal modes |
| Battery Life | approximately 10 hours |
| Headphone Jack | Yes, headphones not supplied |
| Stem | Adjustable, with arm support |
| Unit Size | 54 x 22 x 11 cm |
| Carton Size | 59 x 23 x 56 cm |
| Carton Weight | 8.5 kg for 5 pieces |
Figures are those published by the factory for this model. Where a value is shown as TBC it is not published, and we will confirm it with the factory before you order rather than estimate it.
Compared with other models in the range
The MD-4080 is the upgrade of the MD-4030, with a new search coil for faster reaction. Against the beginner MD-3030 and MD-4050 models it adds dual-frequency operation and a view meter, which is what makes it usable in noisy ground.
Use guide
- Adjust the stem length and fit the arm support before starting
- Use discrimination mode with automatic ground balance to identify targets by tone
- Switch to target mode and lower sensitivity to pinpoint before digging
- Use view meter mode where electrical noise makes tones unreliable
- Connect stereo headphones, which are not supplied, for quieter operation
Where this product is used
Part of Hobby Metal Detectors.
MD-4080 Hobby Metal Detector FAQ
What frequencies does it use
Two: 7 kHz and 18 kHz.
Can it tell what type of metal it has found
Discrimination mode gives different tones for different metal targets, and there is a mechanical indicator for target type.
How long does the battery last
About 10 hours.
How is it different from the MD-4030
It is the upgraded model, with a brand new search coil giving faster reaction in detection.
Are headphones included
No, but a headphone jack is provided for stereo headphones.
How is it packed
5 pieces per carton at 59 x 23 x 56 cm and 8.5 kg.
Can it be used in noisy areas
Yes, view meter mode lets you search by the meter indication rather than by tone.
Quotation for the MD-4080 Hobby Metal Detector
Send your destination port and quantity. We will come back with price, lead time and what documentation the factory can supply for your market.