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TERMS TO KNOW
DISCRIMINATION
IRON
PINPOINT
PULL-TABS
Discriminating allows you to choose the metals you want to detect and
the ones you want to “eliminate” or not look for. Discrimination makes
it easier to avoid trash or other undesirable objects. Once it detects a
metal it will categorize it to one of the metals you chose to detect for.
Iron is the most common metals. It has been used since ancient times
because of its abundance. Ferrous metals are made up of iron. Objects
that are ferrous metals are; nails, bolts, stainless steel, and cast iron.
A narrow zone of detection that tells you the exact location of the
object by increasing sensitivity and reducing the detection cone.
The terms below are standard words found within this manual and the
detector.
Also known as “pop tops.” Discarded pull-tabs come from beverage
cans. They can be all different shapes and sizes. They are primarily
made of aluminum; they can be bothersome to many treasure hunters
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