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The GPX 14-inch Double-D coil is a waterproof search coil built for the Minelab GPX 6000, delivering stable performance in mineralized soil and salty ground where monoloop coils struggle. GPX 6000 owners working old mining claims or prospecting creek beds gain wider coverage per swing without sacrificing the sensitivity pulse induction technology provides on small gold. The Double-D configuration excels in areas with high electromagnetic interference or conductive soil conditions, staying quiet where concentric designs chatter on hot rocks.
What's Included with the Minelab GPX 14" Double-D Coil
- Minelab GPX 14" Double-D coil with standard GPX 6000 connector
Why GPX 6000 Owners Reach for the 14" Double-D
- Wider search area: 14-inch diameter covers more ground per swing than the stock 11-inch coil, saving time on open claims and large search zones
- Mineralized-soil stability: Double-D configuration handles hot rocks and heavy mineralization better than monoloop designs, delivering cleaner audio on real targets in challenging ground
- Waterproof to 3 feet: hunt through creek beds, seasonal streams, and wet areas without switching equipment or worrying about submersion
- Electromagnetic interference rejection: excels in areas with high EMI or conductive (salty) soils where monoloop coils become unusable
- Pulse induction optimization: takes full advantage of the GPX 6000's PI technology for deep detection on nuggets and specimens
Ground Coverage and Stability in Mineralized Desert Washes
Open-Ground Prospecting on Old Mining Claims
The 14-inch diameter covers significantly more area per swing than smaller coils, making it efficient for gridding large sections of worked ground where nuggets remain at depth. We've used this coil on Arizona claims with heavy mineralization and hot rocks, and the Double-D configuration stays stable where concentric coils would false constantly. The waterproof rating means you can walk right through seasonal washes without lifting the coil. Sensitivity remains strong on sub-gram nuggets even at the coil's full diameter, a balance that's hard to find in larger search coils.
Creek Beds and Conductive Soil Conditions
The Double-D design shines in salty or conductive soils, conditions common after rain when ground salt dissolves. Monoloop coils often become unusable in these environments, but this coil operates successfully where electromagnetic interference would otherwise render detection impossible. Hunt wet creek beds and mineralized washes without the chatter that plagues other configurations. For prospectors working Minelab GPX 6000 - professional gold detector setups in variable terrain, this coil is the go-to for conductive ground.
How it compares to other GPX 6000 coils
| Feature | GPX 11" | GPX 14" Double-D | GPX 17" |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coil Size | 11in | 14in (355mm) | 17in |
| Configuration | Monoloop | Double-D | Monoloop |
| Shape | Round | Round | Elliptical |
| Waterproof | 3ft (1m) | 3ft (1m) | 3ft (1m) |
Specifications
- Compatibility: Minelab GPX 6000
- Coil Size: 14in (355mm)
- Configuration: Double-D
- Shape: Round
- Waterproof Rating: 3ft (1m)
- Construction: Lightweight solid
Why Buy from Serious Detecting
We are an authorized Minelab dealer, which means this coil ships with Minelab's manufacturer warranty and our team has run GPX 6000 setups in the field across multiple coil configurations. You get free shipping, a 30-day return window, and our price-match guarantee. Our staff understands the technologies behind modern detectors and can answer setup questions specific to pulse induction prospecting. Browse our full selection of metal detector search coils: DD, concentric, monoloop & SEF upgrades to compare alternatives across brands and sizes.
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