DigiTrak Falcon F5 HDD Locating System
The DigiTrak Falcon F5 is a walkover locator for horizontal directional drilling (HDD) from DCI (Digital Control Incorporated). It is built to keep guidance and depth readings steady in difficult conditions. It tackles the two biggest obstacles to underground drilling passive and active interference by combining Falcon technology with flexible frequency options. It suits both experienced drillers and first time users and is built to be lightweight yet rugged for daily jobsite use.
Key Features Digitrak Falcon F5
- Falcon technology: keeps depth and data readings reliable through interference sources such as traffic signal loops overhead power lines and concrete with rebar with Active Interference Analysis and Frequency Optimization to find the best frequencies for the day job site
- Five transmitter frequencies: helps navigate the toughest jobsite conditions with dual frequency transmitters (such as 19/12 kHz and 12/1.3 kHz) and long range options
- Sub-k rebar capability: locate with confidence in demanding environments such as under reinforced concrete
- Ball-in-the-Box guidance: the familiar DigiTrak technology for fast confident targeting
- DataLog and log-while-drilling: record depth readings and bore data with a single click of the trigger to document the bore for clients and with LWD Mobile drill data can be uploaded to the cloud so a supervisor can view the pilot bore before the drill head is out of the ground
- Optional integrated iGPS: adds geospatial awareness and mapping accuracy
- Fluid pressure monitoring: with the long range F5 fluid pressure transmitter monitor downhole fluid pressure up to 250 psi
- Easy operation: toggle based menu navigation so you are up and running fast
- Transmitter compatibility: works with F5 dual frequency (19/12 kHz and 12/1.3 kHz) and long range (8.4 kHz and 18.5 kHz) transmitters with 0.1% pitch, and compatible FX series sondes
- Remote display options: compatible with DigiTrak FSD and MFD displays
- Lightweight and rugged: designed to withstand harsh jobsite conditions
- 24/7 support: available from the manufacturer
Typical Applications
- HDD utility installation, such as electric, gas, water, and telecom conduits
- Road, rail, and river crossings
- Drilling in areas with heavy interference, including urban sites and traffic loops
- Documenting bores for client reporting and as builts
- Fluid pressure monitoring during pilot bores
Why Choose It
The Digitrak Falcon F5 keeps you drilling when interference would slow other locators down and its data logging and cloud upload make it easy to document and share every bore. Frequency flexibility and familiar Ball in the Box guidance help crews work quickly and confidently on difficult jobs.
