Does the coil work in water?

Yes. The 12-inch search coil is rated IP68, so it handles wet grass, sand and shallow water. The control housing and display are not stated as waterproof, so keep them dry.

What battery does it take?

No battery is included. You supply your own, so check the battery type the detector requires before your first hunt.

How deep can it detect?

The maker claims up to 12 inches of detection depth and sensitivity down to about 11.8 inches. Real depth depends on target size, soil and settings.

Is it good for a beginner?

Yes. The LCD shows target location and type, and the adjustable shaft and armrest make it easy to swing. It is a simple single-frequency machine with no advanced modes to learn.

What is the warranty?

It carries a 90-day limited warranty, which is shorter than the one- to two-year coverage many rival detectors offer.

Can I use it on the beach?

The waterproof coil suits wet sand and shallow water. Saltwater is conductive and can cause false signals on single-frequency detectors, so expect some chatter in wet salt sand.

Mecale 12 in Metal Detector IP68 Waterproof Coil

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Mecale 12 in Metal Detector IP68 Waterproof Coil

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Our take on the Mecale 12 in Metal Detector IP68 Waterproof Coil

The Mecale 12 in Metal Detector is a stick-style hobby detector built around a 12-inch IP68 waterproof search coil. It runs at 5.8 kHz and the maker claims detection depth up to 12 inches, with an LCD that shows target location and type. The adjustable ABS shaft and armrest make it comfortable for long sweeps, and the waterproof coil handles wet grass, sand and shallow water. It suits beginners and casual beach or park hunters; against name-brand starters it offers a large coil and a display, but it lacks a rechargeable battery and carries only a 90-day limited warranty.

Best forBeginners hunting parks and yardsBeach and shallow-water searchingHunters who want a large coil and target display

Pros

12-inch IP68 waterproof coil works in wet grass, sand and shallow water
LCD shows target location and type
Adjustable shaft fits different heights
Armrest steadies long sweeps
5.8 kHz operating frequency with claimed 12-inch detection depth

Cons

No battery included
Only a 90-day limited warranty
Single fixed frequency, no multi-frequency modes
No pinpoint mode stated

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Mecale 12 in Metal Detector IP68 Waterproof Coil price history

Lowest price we've seen: $107.98 on Nov 3 at Lowe's. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 3.

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12 in IP68 waterproof search coil
Operates at 5.8 kHz with 12 in detection depth
Sensitivity down to 11.8 in
LCD display shows target location and type
Waterproof coil handles wet grass, sand and shallow water
Adjustable ABS shaft fits users of different heights; armrest steadies long sweeps

Materials: ABS shaft
Fit: Adjustable shaft fits users of different heights
Sizing: Adjustable shaft fits different heights
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Returns: Free returns: return it in store or ship it back for free; eligibility rules apply
Shipping: Sold and shipped by Yasonic

About the Mecale 12 in Metal Detector IP68 Waterproof Coil

This is a stick-style metal detector with a 12 in search coil. The coil is rated IP68 waterproof, so it can be used over wet grass, sand and shallow water.

It operates at 5.8 kHz and has a detection depth of 12 in. Sensitivity goes down to 11.8 in. An LCD display shows the location and type of a target.

The shaft is made of ABS and adjusts to fit users of different heights. An armrest helps steady long sweeps.

Style: Stick
Search coil: 12 in, IP68 waterproof
Frequency: 5.8 kHz
Detection depth: 12 in
Sensitivity: Down to 11.8 in
Display: LCD, shows target location and type
Material: ABS shaft
Length: 55.1 in
Fit: Adjustable shaft for different heights
Color: Black
Battery: Removable battery not included
Warranty: 90-day limited

Specifications

Style: Stick
Length (Inches): 55.1
CA Residents: Prop 65 Warning(s): false
Warranty: 90-day limited
Removable Battery(s) Included: false

Questions and answers

Does the coil work in water?: Yes. The 12-inch search coil is rated IP68, so it handles wet grass, sand and shallow water. The control housing and display are not stated as waterproof, so keep them dry.
What battery does it take?: No battery is included. You supply your own, so check the battery type the detector requires before your first hunt.
How deep can it detect?: The maker claims up to 12 inches of detection depth and sensitivity down to about 11.8 inches. Real depth depends on target size, soil and settings.
Is it good for a beginner?: Yes. The LCD shows target location and type, and the adjustable shaft and armrest make it easy to swing. It is a simple single-frequency machine with no advanced modes to learn.
What is the warranty?: It carries a 90-day limited warranty, which is shorter than the one- to two-year coverage many rival detectors offer.
Can I use it on the beach?: The waterproof coil suits wet sand and shallow water. Saltwater is conductive and can cause false signals on single-frequency detectors, so expect some chatter in wet salt sand.
Where is the Mecale 12 in Metal Detector IP68 Waterproof Coil cheapest?: At Lowe's, for $107.98, as of our latest check.