magnet on scoop

[mike k.]

OK I understand the benefit of magnets on scoops BUT In the lakes I detect , the magnets get to be 4 x theyre size with an encrustment of fine iron particles , then no longer work ,until cleaned off . This happens within 10 minutes of detecting . Anyone got any bright ideas on how to get around this problem ? Still hunting up in Ontario Canada lakes getting cold .

 

[tvr]

Given those conditions, you may be better off getting rid of the magnet and building a floating sifter with mesh sized so that hair pins and earring studs don't fall through. If you do a search here you should find several variations of designs for floating sifters.

 

[gamiller2]

Might be beneficial if possible to cover magnets with cheap plastic grocery bag and pull off when it gets loaded. Notice I said if possible.

 

[Ruslan]

mike k. neodymium magnet is required if you use a PI metal detector.

if a lot of fine iron chips to remove it with a rag with a flat plane of the magnet ....

magnet can be several times lower in nitrocellulose lacquer, and you get a smooth, thin protective layer

ps: if you do not use the PI, use a floating strainer or bodyboard

Ruslan.

 

[midalake]

Put one of these in your scoop.....I hunt in black sand and it really has no effect what sticks to this....I might need a hand to clean ever so often but never really had it fail to not get nails bottle caps light iron etc.............

http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_sacat=0&_nkw=1%22+x+1%22+rare+earth+magnet+hole&rt=nc

Dave

 

[lasergod]

Yes, I actually purchased 2 from harbor freight. I ran a bolt through to tighten down. Then I filled all the open are with silicone. I let it dry over night. About 4 buck at Walmart for the GE clear. It works well! The silicone does not allow so much build up!

I also use this to ally my coil covers. It stops sand and water travel.

Contact me I will send a pic.

 

[mike k.]

I will certainly try the silicone . As it is now , 1 neo magnet . the size of a quarter , is the size of an egg , in 5 minutes .,with the iron buildup . Thats lake Erie for you .

 

[goldnugget]

I take the Magnets from Old Microwave Ovens found on the curb. I then enclosed them in a Small poly bag and then use ( 2 ) sturdy Zip Ties to secure in the bottom of my Babbs Scoop.

 

[diver608]

X2 on the magnet on the transducer in the microwave