Minelab SDC 2300 Gold Metal Detector
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Compact, Waterproof, and Built for Serious Gold Prospecting
The Minelab SDC 2300 is a good choice for folks who enjoy searching for natural gold nuggets in places where ground conditions can make detecting difficult. Whether you're exploring old goldfields, working dry creek washes, or searching rocky hillsides, this detector is built to handle tough conditions while remaining sensitive to small gold targets.
One of the biggest advantages of the SDC 2300 is Minelab's Multi Period Fast (MPF) pulse induction technology. This technology helps the detector respond to small gold nuggets while managing the effects of heavily mineralized ground. It's especially useful when searching areas where ordinary VLF detectors may struggle with ground interference.
Another feature I like is its folding design. The SDC 2300 folds down to approximately 15.7 inches without having to take it apart. That makes it convenient for carrying into remote prospecting areas, packing in a vehicle, or working through brush and rocky terrain.
With its waterproof construction, automatic ground tracking, and straightforward controls, the SDC 2300 is a practical machine for prospectors who want to spend more time searching and less time adjusting their detector.
Key Features
- Multi Period Fast (MPF) pulse induction technology
- Designed for detecting small natural gold nuggets
- Performs in heavily mineralized ground
- Compact folding design without disassembly
- Folds down to approximately 15.7 inches
- Fully waterproof to 10 feet (3 meters)
- Automatic Ground Tracking
- Fast Ground Balance adjustment
- Normal and Salt search settings
- Adjustable sensitivity levels
- Automatic noise cancellation
- Simple LED control indicators
- Built-in speaker and wired headphone connection
- Rechargeable lithium-ion battery included
- Rugged construction for demanding prospecting conditions
Search Modes
Normal • Salt
Normal Mode: Designed for general gold prospecting in a variety of ground conditions, with five sensitivity settings.
Salt Mode: Helps manage difficult salt conditions that can cause unwanted detector responses, with three sensitivity settings.
These settings make it easier to adjust the detector for changing ground conditions without dealing with complicated menus.
Specifications
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Technology: Multi Period Fast (MPF) pulse induction
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Search Modes: Normal and Salt
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Normal Sensitivity: 5 levels
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Salt Sensitivity: 3 levels
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Ground Balance: Automatic Ground Tracking and Fast Ground Balance
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Noise Cancel: Automatic scanning
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Display: 9 LED indicators for detector status and adjustments
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Target Identification: Audio responses; no numerical Target ID display
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Weight: Approximately 5.1 lbs (2.3 kg)
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Collapsed Length: 15.7 inches (40 cm)
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Extended Length: 59.1 inches (150 cm)
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Waterproof Rating: Submersible to 10 feet (3 meters)
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Search Coil: Fixed 8-inch round monoloop
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Battery Options: Rechargeable lithium-ion pack or four C-cell alkaline batteries
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Audio Output: Built-in speaker and wired 6-pin headphone connection
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Warranty: 3-year manufacturer warranty on control box and coil
What's in the Box
- Minelab SDC 2300 gold metal detector
- Fixed 8-inch round monoloop search coil
- Minelab wired headphones
- Rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack
- Universal battery charger
- Armrest protector
- Coil joint protector
- Getting Started Guide
Financing Available
Shop Pay Installments may be available for eligible purchases. Ask about financing options when requesting your quote.
Why Buy From Texhoma Metal Detectors?
Texhoma Metal Detectors has been an authorized Minelab dealer since 2014. We believe in helping customers choose equipment that fits their hunting interests while offering honest advice, friendly service, and a good deal.
- Authorized Minelab dealer since 2014
- Friendly, knowledgeable customer service
- Honest advice without sales pressure
- Fast shipping from Wichita Falls, Texas
- Free shipping within the continental United States
- No sales tax collected on orders shipped outside Texas
Contact Texhoma Before You Buy!
Interested in the SDC 2300 by itself or thinking about adding prospecting accessories? Contact Texhoma Metal Detectors and let us put together a special quote. We'll work to offer you the best deal possible.
A Little More About the Minelab SDC 2300
If you enjoy exploring old goldfields, dry creek beds, and rocky hillsides, the Minelab SDC 2300 is worth considering. Its compact folding design makes it easy to carry into remote places, while its pulse induction technology helps handle difficult ground. It's a practical detector for folks who enjoy getting off the beaten path in search of natural gold.