Metal Detectors | Minneapolis, MN

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We are Metal Detectors of Minneapolis - we provide quality metal detectors to Minneapolis and beyond. If you give us the chance, we’ll show you why no one in the industry has a better reputation!

About Metal Detectors of Minneapolis

Here at Metal Detectors of Minneapolis, we are committed to giving you the best in the industry. We know you require your metal detector to be in top-notch working condition all the time! We only use the most excellent materials, so you know with us, you are getting the best. With us, you can expect quality products, affordable prices, and excellent customer service!

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What is it you want to find?

Most metal detectors manufactured today, are “all-purpose” detectors. However, if you’re searching for things like relics, artifacts, treasure caches, etc, you’ll want a deeper seeking detector. If it’s gold you’re looking for, you’ll need a detector that operates at a higher frequency with smaller coils or specialy shaped coils that are more sensitive to gold.
Where will you be metal detecting most of your time?:

If you plan to be searching in your neighborhood parks, playgrounds, old schoolyards, fishing- hunting camps, and many other dry ground sites, then an all-purpose metal detector is the one for you. However, if you live close to a saltwater ocean, rivers or lakes and want to go into the water where the entire metal detector can be submerged or dropped into the water, then you’ll need an underwater/beach/land metal detector that has a waterproof housing, and one that can find treasures without the signal being disrupted by the conductivity in saltwater or on a wet sandy beach.
How often will you be detecting?

How rough will you be on your machine? You might not plan on dropping it, but you probably will. Think about all the bumps and jolts your machine will have to handle in the trunk of your car or if dropped on rocky terrain. The bottom line is that you’ll want a rugged machine that is built to last and you’re lucky, most detectors today are built to rigorous international standards to stand up to hard use if encountered.
How much experience do you have?

Don’t worry if you’ve never metal detected before. Most modern machines feature Quick Start settings that make treasure hunting as easy as installing batteries and turning on the detector. If you’re just starting out, you probably want a more simple machine that is easier to use.
How much do you want to spend?

In summation, buy the best you can afford. The better your detector, the more sensitive it will be, and the deeper it will penetrate. In general, the more expensive the detector, the more features, and automation it will have, the easier it will be to tune, and the more versatile and durable it will be.

Buying a Metal Detector

Different metal detectors are better at locating different things. Define your interests before you decide on a metal detector. All in all, there are some things you should consider before buying a metal detector and we are here to help!

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What effects do different operating frequencies have?

As a rule of thumb, the lower the frequency used by the metal detector, the deeper it can penetrate the ground. At low frequencies however, sensitivity to small low conductive targets is reduced. The higher the metal detector’s frequency, the higher the sensitivity to small targets, but will not penetrate as deeply. In general, gold detectors operate at higher frequencies (to find small nuggets), while coin and treasure detectors work at lower frequencies for deeper penetration. The exception to this is MPS type metal detectors that are sensitive and deep seeking simultaneously.
How do different coils affect the performance of a metal detector?

Size: The size of a search coil of a metal detector can influence the detection depth or sensitivity of a metal detector. The larger the coil, the deeper it detects, but will have less sensitivity to small targets. Conversely the smaller the search coil’s diameter, the more sensitive it becomes but looses detection depth. Smaller coils in metal detectors are lighter, easier to control and may be chosen for their ability to negotiate difficult terrain or undergrowth. They are also an advantage in areas of high trash.
Shape: The most common coil shapes are conventional solid round coils, elliptical shaped coils and the open web coils. The main reason for the change in shape is to conform to a physical requirement, i.e. an elliptical coil can be pushed around bushes or between rocks easier than a round coil and open web coils move through water easier and are lighter. Conventional round coils are often more stable and perform better and are particularly popular for gold prospecting.
Configuration: The three most common types of coil windings are Concentric, Double-D, and Monoloop. The difference between these coil types is the pattern the wire is wound within the search coil.
How deep will my detector go?

There is no specific answer to this question as it depends on the target size, orientation, metallic content, ground minerals and conductivity, electrical and ambient noise in the area and etc.
Why can’t my detector detect a gold chain?

Gold chains are very difficult to detect, particularly very fine chains. Each link of a chain can be very small and the detector sees each link as a separate target, so it can easily be missed. You are more likely to detect the actual clasp or any pendants that may still be on the chain as these are much larger than the individual chain links.
Why does my detector pick up signals in the air?

Metal detectors pick up electromagnetic signals from underground metal objects. Similar signals can also be received through the air from other electromagnetic sources, such as power lines, radio transmitters, generators, etc.
Sometimes I dig what seems to be a good target and then cannot find any metal, why?
This can be caused by a number of reasons:
- Sometimes rusty objects get broken up during the digging process
- Metal objects can leach trace elements into the surrounding soil
- Some rocks can sound like targets
- Some targets get ‘lost’ or reburied during the digging process
Why do I sometimes get a signal at the end of my swing?

Usually because you are lifting the coil at the end of your swing. Always sweep slow, low and level for the entire swing.