Borrow Wire, Pipe, Stud Detector

All items from Glasgow Tool Library
Locates cables, metal pipes, timber frames and joists.


Maximum detection depth

Power Cable - 30-40mm
Electric conduit - 80-90mm
Copper pipe - 25mm-30mm
Reinforcing bar - 70mm - 80mm
Screw or nail head - 25-30mm

Depths of detection will depend on the type of metal and size of the object. Larger objects will not be detected to a greater deptth


Wire, Pipe, Stud Detector

Updated: 12 Dec 2025