Capabilities Where It Matters!
DCI’s Sub-K® transmitter has double the range of the nearest competitor in rebar. This is a crucial advantage as ultra-low frequencies have far less range than higher frequencies, giving DCI Sub-K transmitters a real advantage on the jobsite. How is this possible?
DCI has always been at the forefront of innovation in the HDD market and continues to lead today. A key aspect of depth performance is the ability of the transmitter to broadcast the signal at a frequency least affected by active interference. Achieving the highest signal-to-noise ratio is crucial (transmitter signal versus active interference). Traditionally, this has been accomplished by increasing the size of the antenna, boosting power to enhance signal strength, or finding a frequency with less active interference. Each method has trade-offs: a larger antenna requires a larger housing, more power results in a shorter run time, and different frequencies involve guesswork for the operator as interference varies along the bore and time of day.
DCI approached this problem with a unique solution. What if the system could analyze thousands of frequencies to find the best ones? What if the transmitter could operate on many frequencies simultaneously?
Enter the world-renowned Falcon Technology. It works differently than any other locating system on the market. Falcon technology divides more than a thousand of frequencies into bands, presenting the entire frequency spectrum to the user in one cohesive view without the need to click through each frequency. This capability is exclusive to DCI.
The DCI system selects the 25 frequencies least affected by active noise. Furthermore, the system automatically switches between these 25 frequencies while operating to deliver unmatched performance. Only DCI offers this capability.
Some manufacturers have tried to follow suit and now offer 10+ pre-defined frequencies to give operators options. However, given how interference varies wildly from jobsite to jobsite, it is improbable that this small number of frequencies is sufficient to overcome interference across a large number of drilling projects.
The performance advantage is even more significant when encountering passive interference, such as rebar. In such cases, DCI’s Sub-K technology separates the depth tone to an ultra-low set of frequencies while operating pitch, roll and other data at much higher frequencies. The advantage is dramatic: DCI’s Sub-K rebar transmitter has twice the range in rebar frequencies compared to its nearest competitor. While some competitors tout their high-range specifications, specifications are measured in zero-interference environments. DCI’s Sub-K range is a significant advantage that makes a real-world difference in your drilling projects!
This is one of many reasons why DCI is the preferred choice worldwide for drillers seeking the highest performance on job sites. All backed by DCI’s legendary customer support and dealer network, setting them apart from others.
