Pin Finders & Magnetic Locators

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Pin fnders & magnetic locators

Why Buy From Bench Mark?

At Bench Mark, we provide high-quality pin finders and magnetic locators backed by industry-leading service and support. Our goal is to be a one-stop shop for surveyors and engineers, offering a broad selection of survey equipment to help you complete your projects efficiently.

Magnetic locators are essential tools for every surveyor’s toolkit. We carry trusted brands like SubSurface Instruments and Schonstedt, known for durable, reliable, and easy-to-use devices. Both manufacturers offer a 7-year warranty, ensuring long-term performance. Whether you need a robust pin finder or a precise magnetic locator, you can count on Bench Mark for quality and dependability.

FAQs

Our magnetic locators are designed to detect ferrous metal objects quickly and accurately, making them ideal for locating property pins, live wires, survey markers, and other buried objects.

Models such as the ML-1 and ML-3 can detect ferrous metal objects up to 10 feet deep, providing ample range for most surveying and locating tasks.

All SubSurface Instruments products we sell come with a 7-year manufacturer’s warranty. Combined with their durable aluminum and ABS plastic construction, you can expect years of dependable service in the toughest field environments.

Top-Selling Magnetic Locators in North America

Products & Experience You Can Trust

SubSurface ML-3

Our most popular pin finder, the ML-3, is rugged, waterproof up to 250 feet, and time-tested for reliability. At just 40 inches long and weighing only 2 pounds (including batteries), it offers world-class performance in a compact design. With a 40-hour battery life, simple three-button control, and a microprocessor that remembers your preferred settings, the ML-3 is built for maximum efficiency in the field. Backed by a 7-year warranty and constructed from high-strength aluminum and ABS plastic, it’s a tool you can count on.

Schonstedt GA-52CX

Known as the original magnetic locator, the GA-52CX is a field-proven classic. Built with durable aluminum and featuring easy one-handed operation with just two switches, it remains a trusted choice for surveyors who value simplicity and reliability.

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Additional Pin Finders Available in the Canada

We Have What You Need

Beyond the ML-3 and GA-52CX, Bench Mark also stocks additional models such as the ML-1, ML-1M, and ML-3L from Schonstedt and SubSurface. These advanced options offer added features like LCDs, waterproofing, audio-visual alerts, and extended detection ranges, giving you the flexibility to choose the tool that best fits your workflow. As Canada’s leading supplier of survey equipment and accessories, we deliver:
  • Competitive pricing
  • A broad selection of trusted brands
  • Extensive after-sales support, which is always free of charge
Our experts are available to help you troubleshoot issues over the phone, often resolving problems in just five minutes. Trust Bench Mark specialists for dependable pin finders and magnetic locators, which are built tough, backed by experts, and supported for the long haul.