3M Dynatel Locator 1420XE
Product overview
3M Dynatel Bluetooth Locator 1420XE provides advanced, highly accurate underground asset detection for utilities. This electronic marker locator reads, writes, and locates 3M iD Markers while simultaneously detecting two marker frequencies. Featuring Bluetooth connectivity, GPS integration, and a large, backlit display, the Dynatel 1420XE ensures effortless pinpointing of underground electronic markers across telecommunications, power, gas, water, and wastewater applications.
3M Dynatel Locator 1420XE – Dynatel Bluetooth Locator
This Dynatel utility locator is compatible with all 3M electronic markers, offering seamless tracking for underground infrastructure. The Bluetooth locator enhances efficiency with wireless data transfer and GIS mapping capabilities, while its rugged, lightweight design withstands demanding field conditions. Unlike traditional detection methods, the 3M utility locator provides high-precision results with minimal setup, making it a cost-effective underground utility locator for various industries.
Key Features & Benefits
- Pinpoints underground electronic markers with precision
- Reads, writes, and locates 3M iD Markers
- Detects two marker frequencies simultaneously
- Bluetooth-enabled for seamless data transfer
- Integrated GPS for GIS mapping and location accuracy
- Large, backlit high-resolution display for easy operation
- Wide operating temperature range (-20 to 50°C)
- Compatible with all 3M electronic markers (telecom, power, gas, water, wastewater)
- Rechargeable Li-Ion battery with built-in charger
3M 1420XE Utility Locator – Reliable Electronic Marker Locator
The Dynatel 1420XE is a versatile underground utility locator, combining precision tracking, wireless connectivity, and rugged durability. Its Bluetooth locator capabilities make it an essential tool for modern utility management, ensuring fast and efficient underground asset identification with minimal effort.
Stress-free management and maintenance of underground assets requires tools you can depend on. 3M’s integrated locating and marking solutions are engineered to help bring you peace of mind as you take on your toughest challenges. Save time and money by quickly pinpointing the location of buried assets with 3M™ Point and Path Markers and our Electronic Marking System (EMS) technology. Designed to be placed in various ranges of burial depths, our markers protect your critical assets wherever they are.
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PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS - RECEIVER |
| Model | Size (L x W x H) | Size (L x W x H) | Weight with Batteries | Weight with Batteries |
| 1420X/1420XE | 30 x 4.7 x 10.5 inch | 76.2 x 11.9 x 26.7 cm | 4.1 lbs | 1.8 kg |
PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS - SHIPPING BOX |
| Model | Size (L x W x H) | Size (L x W x H) | Weight with Batteries | Weight with Batteries |
| 1420X/1420XE | 33 x 17 x 12.6 inch | 84 x 43 x 32 cm | 5.7 lbs | 2.6 kg |
ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS |
| Model | Operating Environment | Operating Temp | Storage Temp | Regulatory | Environmental Standard | Max Altitude |
| 1420X/1420XE | Outdoor; Indoor for charging and configuring with a PC | -4° F to 122° F (-20° C to 50° C) | -4° F to 158° F (-20° C to 70° C) | 3M Dynatel Locators 1420X/7420X Series (FCC Part 15) 3M Dynatel Locators 1420XE/7420XE Series (CE) |
IP54 | 6500 ft. (2000 m) |
RECEIVER ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS |
| Model | Power | Battery Life | Charging Time | Display | Speaker | Headphone Jack | Connectivity | GPS Mapping | Gain Control | Marker Depth Accuracy |
| 1420X/1420XE | 3M™ Rechargeable Battery Pack (Alkaline 8xAA size battery pack for backup)* | 8 hours typical** | 3 hours with 3A USB Type-C® Connector AC Adapter 15W*** | 4.4” Diagonal LCD Display (Menu driven GUI) | 0.25W | Standard mini phone jack (used along with USB Type-C® adaptor | Bluetooth® wireless technology - Dual-mode Bluetooth 5.0. Profiles support GAP, GATT, SPP. Bluetooth 5.0 wireless module at 2.4 GHz. USB port is compatible with USB Type-C® Connector. | GPS Interface (internal, 3 m) CEP50 (Autonomous Position Accuracy) External GPS Devices-Defer to Published Specifications of Device | Manual and Automatic | ± 10% ± 2 inch (5 cm) up to specified depth of marker**** |
* It's recommended to use the rechargeable battery pack. However, a battery holder and adapter are provided for using 8-AA size Alkaline
batteries for backup, which would have reduced battery life.
** The battery life is specified for the 3M™ Rechargeable Battery Pack for the receiver at 73° F / 23° C, with 10% usage of the backlight and audio
volume at medium level.
*** 3The unit will stop charging when unit temperature is 104° F (40° C) or higher and shuts off at 122° F (50° C).
**** Depth accuracy susceptible to high ambient noise conditions.
3M EMS MARKER FREQUENCIES |
| Model | Utility | Frequency |
| 1420X/1420XE | TEL: Telecommunications | 101.4 kHz |
| 1420X | PWR*: Power US | 169.8 kHz |
| 1420X/1420XE | GAS: Gas | 83.0 kHz |
| 1420X/1420XE | WTR: Water | 145.7 kHz |
| 1420X/1420XE | WW: Wastewater/Sanitation | 121.6 kHz |
| 1420X/1420XE | COM: CATV | 77.0 kHz |
| 1420X/1420XE | GP: General Purpose/Reclaimed Water | 66.35 kHz |
| 1420X/1420XE | CE PWR: European Power | 134 kHz |
*Not available for XE-Models
3M EMS MARKER & PATH MARKING - READING RANGE |
| Model | 3M EMS Markers | Max Read Range |
| 1420X/1420XE | Near-Surface | 3 ft (0.9 m) |
| 1420X/1420XE | Ball Marker | 5 ft (1.5 m) |
| 1420X/1420XE | Mid-Range | 6 ft (1.8 m) |
| 1420X/1420XE | Full-Range | 8 ft (2.4 m) |
3M EMS MARKER & PATH MARKING - READING RANGE |
| Model | 3M EMS Path Marking | Max Read Range |
| 1420X/1420XE | 7### Series Tape or Rope | N/A |
3M EMS ID MARKER - WRITING & READING RANGE |
| Model | 3M EMS iD Markers | Max Write Range | Max Read Range |
| 1420X/1420XE | Near-Surface | 6 inch (15 cm) | 2 ft (0.6 m) |
| 1420X/1420XE | Ball Marker: PWR: US Power WTR: Water |
12 inch (30 cm) | 3.3 ft (1.0 m) |
| 1420X/1420XE | Ball Marker: TEL: Telecommunications CE PWR: CE Power WW: Wastewater GAS: Gas CATV: Communication GP: General Purpose |
12 inch (30 cm) | 4 ft (1.2 m) |
| 1420X/1420XE | Full-Range | 24 inch (60 cm) | 6.6 ft (2.0 m) |
RECEIVER DATA STORAGE |
| Model | EMS-iD Read Records* | EMS-iD Program Records* | Locate Records* | No. of EMS-iD Templates: |
| 1420X/1420XE | 512 | 128 | 512 | 75 |
* No record limit with External flash drive. (only limited by flash drive size)