This is a special blog post dedicated to Minelab's Equinox series metal detectors, their most important characteristics, their technical configurations, how to use it, and much more.

Minelab metal detectors have been the preferred equipment for expert metal detectorists, and it is the top recommendation for beginners. We have selected the Equinox Series because its technology provides true multi-frequency operation as well as the ability to switch to single-frequency operation when conditions call for it.

We invite you to read this article in full and learn about the functions and features of the Equinox 600 and Equinox 800 and if you would like to purchase, choose the one that best suits your needs.

Minelab Equinox Series

Metal detection requires that we are always at the forefront with good equipment for the search to be successful. It doesn’t matter if you’re just starting or have the experience, the Equinox series of metal detectors shows how to get the maximum performance with a minimum of adjustments. 

The Equinox series was created by unifying the most advanced technologies, and the advantages of a modern, lightweight, and long-lasting design so that the adventure has no limits.

Now, there are two different models of the Equinox series: Equinox 600 and Equinox 800, and each one has its characteristics that make them unique.

The Minelab industry offers good customer service by having the software available on its official website, in addition to providing advice in case people have any complications with the metal detector, but its handling is quite simple, even for a beginner.

Equinox 600

The Equinox 600 metal detector is the first detector in the Equinox series that combines multiple functions to provide the characteristics of a complete search device. Detectorists acclaim him for integrating into a single computer various useful functions when carrying out a complete search for a specific target. Check the features that this metal detector has incorporated.

General features 
1.- Park, beach, or field detection modes. It does not detect gold.
2.- It weighs approximately with a weight of 1.34 kg. It is a resistant material and a weight just enough to be able to maneuver it anywhere.
3.- The Equinox screen is monochrome with two options backlight off | on.
4.- It has various volume and sound options, ranging from a single tone to fifty tones.

Technical features

1.- Detection of ferrous and non-ferrous materials with sound identification.
2.- Limited to individual frequencies of 5 kHz, 10 kHz, and 15 kHz.
3.- It also works with the 3Fx Multi-IQ.
4.- Water resistant up to 3 meters.

Equinox 800

The Minelab Equinox 800 Metal Detector is the most advanced detector available to resist in the harshest environments and to find any target. In just 1.34 KG there is great power to find from small coins to gold.
Check now all the features that the metal detector has that every adventurer wants to have. This metal detector has 4 detection modes ranging from park to field, beach, and even gold.

General Features

1.- The weight: it turns out to be a fairly light detector with a weight of 1.34 Kg that allows it to be easily handled either in water or on land.
2.- LCD screen: monochrome, with backlight in 4 functions: high, medium, low or off.
3.- User profile button.
4.- Water-resistant: up to 3 meters.

Technical Features

1.- Multi-frequency technology: with multi-IQ technology you can work with the frequency from 5, 10, 15, 20, 40.
2.- Automatic and manual ground balance.
3.- Sign of ferrous and non-ferrous materials.

The most relevant feature of this metal detector is the multi IQ simultaneous multi-frequency capability that allows moving from one terrain to another in a matter of seconds. Likewise, the type of object to be located can be changed. The Equinox 800 detector is capable of finding gold nuggets, coins, and almost all types of metal and all you have to do is select the target id.

Accessories 

This metal detector has accessories that make searching much easier, from the 6 "double-D coils, ideal for small sites. There are also the 15" ones recommended for searching larger objects due to their great reach underground. There are also waterproof headphones, with which you can go anywhere without having to worry about being damaged by water. Finally, it also has various charger accessories so you can use the metal detector in any space.

Check out each metal detector, we give you the key information so you can decide which one suits your detecting adventure the best.

Can't decide? 

Minelab's Equinox series of detectors have these two powerful metal detectors with many features in common. For example, ground balance, sensitivity, depth indicator, among others.

But, both metal detectors are designed for different types of searching. And the truth is that they are quite different.

Now, we’ll show you the main differences between the Equinox 600 and Equinox 800. If you still have doubts about both metal detectors, watch this video that shows you the main characteristics of these two metal detectors.

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If you still have questions or require assistance to make your purchase you can contact us on WhatsApp +1786-909-3320 or our online chat, we are always connected to provide you with the best advice. Don’t wait any longer! And add to your collection an Equinox series metal detector.