Full Range Passive Disk Marker

Full Range Passive Disk Marker

The Full Range Passive Disk Marker is a high-performance, reliable, and maintenance-free solution for underground utility marking and identification. Engineered to offer precise and long-lasting marking capabilities, this device is an essential tool for utility companies, telecom service providers, municipal organizations, and construction teams aiming to ensure the safe and efficient location of buried assets.

Product Overview

The Full Range Passive Disk Marker is designed to provide a permanent reference point for buried facilities such as fiber optic cables, power lines, gas pipes, water mains, and other critical underground infrastructure. Utilizing passive radio frequency (RF) technology, it enables accurate and easy location using a compatible marker locator. The marker does not require any power source and functions effectively throughout its lifespan without maintenance.

Key Features

• Passive Operation: The marker operates without batteries or an external power supply. It’s completely passive and maintenance-free, ensuring long-term reliability.
• High Detection Range: Designed with a full-range detection capability, it can be located from greater depths and distances compared to standard markers.
• Frequency-Specific Identification: Each marker is tuned to a specific frequency according to the utility type (e.g., gas, water, electric, telecom), helping users quickly identify the type of buried asset.
• Waterproof and Durable: Built with weather-resistant, non-corrosive materials, the marker can withstand harsh environmental conditions, including wet and chemically active soils.
• Compact and Lightweight: The disk shape allows easy handling, transport, and installation, reducing labor and time costs on-site.
• Color-Coded Housing: Markers come in industry-standard color-coded casings to visually identify the type of utility they represent.

Applications

The Full Range Passive Disk Marker is suitable for a variety of applications, including:

• Telecommunication Lines: For marking underground fiber optics or copper cables.
• Electric Utilities: To identify buried electric power lines or conduit systems.
• Gas Pipelines: For safely marking underground gas transmission or distribution lines.
• Water and Sewer Lines: Ensures easy detection and maintenance access to water mains and sewer systems.
• Municipal Infrastructure Projects: Ideal for utility departments and contractors working on urban development or public works projects.

Advantages

1. Enhanced Safety: Prevents accidental damage to underground utilities during excavation and maintenance work.
2. Time Efficiency: Reduces the time spent locating buried facilities by providing a clear, detectable marker point.
3. Cost Savings: Minimizes the risk of utility damage and associated repair costs, delays, and service disruptions.
4. Environmentally Friendly: No emissions, no battery waste, and no need for power.
5. Long Lifespan: Constructed to remain functional for over 50 years under normal buried conditions.

Technical Specifications

• Operating Frequencies: Available in multiple industry-standard frequencies for different utility types.
• Detection Range: Up to 5 feet or more depending on the soil condition and locator used.
• Dimensions: Typically 4″–6″ in diameter, depending on the model.
• Material: High-impact, UV-resistant plastic.
• Color Options: Yellow (Gas), Blue (Water), Orange (Telecom), Red (Electric), Green (Sewer), Purple (Reclaimed Water), etc.

Installation Guidelines

Installing a Full Range Passive Disk Marker is quick and simple. The marker should be placed directly above the facility to be marked, ideally 6″ to 18″ below the ground surface. For best results, it should lie flat and be oriented parallel to the ground. Markers can be installed during new construction or retrofitted during maintenance work.

Conclusion

The Full Range Passive Disk Marker is a trusted solution in the utility and construction industry for precise underground facility marking. With its advanced passive RF technology, robust design, and ease of use, it ensures improved safety, reduced costs, and more efficient infrastructure management. Whether you’re planning new installations or maintaining existing utilities, this disk marker is an essential part of your underground asset management toolkit.