Garrett ACE 400i Metal Detector

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It’s easy to get bogged down in specifics when you’re looking for the best metal detector, but don’t forget these basic bits of information. Weight and Length In comparison to the ACE 400, the Garrett ACE 300 has a lower adjustable frequency of about 8 kHz. The higher frequency of the ACE 400 makes it ideal for detecting smaller objects like gold nuggets, whereas the lower frequency of the ACE 300 allows it to penetrate deeper into the earth. The ACE 400 comes with 4 AA batteries already installed in the control box. Are headphones included? Practice makes perfect: Spend time in the field practicing with your Garrett ACE 400. The more you use the detector and interpret Target ID numbers, the better you’ll become at distinguishing between various types of targets. Start by detecting in familiar areas or places with known targets to improve your understanding of the Target ID system. Everyone seems to agree the Garrett ACE 400i really can do no wrong. This detector really is an improvement on all of its predecessors. In addition to having great sensitivity, users are also now able to distinguish between different types of iron. One of the major advantages is the price – for all the advanced features that you get, it really is somewhat of a bargain.

We covered the next step up in the Garrett lineup, now let’s talk about the next step down – the ACE 300. This device is a VLF or Very-Low Frequency detector. Without getting too much into the technical weeds, VLF technology pumps out a constant electromagnetic wave that interacts with metal objects in the soil. The company produces several metal detectors in ACE product line. All of them are budget-friendly, though as the device index grows (from Ace 250 to ACE 400), the metal detector performance capabilities increase correspondingly. Additionally, the AT Pro is completely submersible, allowing it to be used for underwater metal detecting to a depth of ten feet. On the ACE 400, just the coil is waterproof.The 400 is the top of Garrett’s ACE range, above the ACE 200 and ACE 300. Its aimed at beginner to mid-level and occasional weekend detectorists.

Light weight, powerful, entry-level detector that's easy to learn. Simple One-Touch operation; turn on and begin hunting! Ultimately, Garrett Metal Detectors are built to improve your efficiency no matter where you are. With a few simple adjustments, you can fine-tune these devices to work for you instead of against you. 4. Generous Warranty Policy This metal detector is a single frequency VLF device with 10 kHz operation frequency, but you can adjust it a bit, if needed. Garrett ACE 400 has a function that allows shifting its operation frequency. This feature creates a low, grunting tone if any iron is detected in the target. Note that you must be using some level of iron discrimination for this to work. This feature does not work in the ‘Zero-Disc’ mode since iron is not being discriminated in that mode. This particular model comes with a few handy extras that can make all the difference as you prospect. With the detector, you’re getting a search coil cover and a control box cover. The latter accessory slips onto your control box to protect it from light drizzles. The clear plastic window ensures that you can still take advantage of all the functionality the device has to offer. On top of those two protective extras, the machine also comes with a carrying case and Garrett’s EasySound headphones.Other characteristics differentiate the two metal detectors as well, with the AT Pro emerging as the superior metal detector. Summary Because of this, the areas where the pieces meet are weak and can sort of make the detector wobble when you swing it. In terms of operating frequency, Garrett ACE 400 has 10 kHz, which makes it rather high-quality mid frequency metal detector. As the operating frequency grows, the probability of small target detection rises as well, but high frequency faster attenuates in the ground.