Quest XPointer Scuba Tector Underwater PI Li-Poly Metal Detector

The Quest Scuba Tector is a pulse-induction pinpointer waterproof to 200 feet (60 meters) in saltwater or freshwater, designed for divers recovering targets in rivers, lakes, and ocean environments. Recreational scuba detectorists working wrecks, beach drop-offs, or submerged structures need a tool that survives depth pressure and eliminates false signals from mineralized water, and the Scuba Tector's PI circuitry delivers both. The 5x4-inch epoxy-filled mono coil balances sensitivity with compact handling underwater, while the built-in rechargeable Li-Po battery removes the mid-dive battery-swap risk that sinks AA-powered units.

What's Included with the Quest Scuba Tector

• Quest Scuba Tector pinpointer with 5x4-inch mono coil
• Coil protector/cover
• Wrist dive band
• Stainless steel spring lanyard
• Micro USB charging cable
• Spare O-ring

Why Underwater Detectorists Reach for the Scuba Tector

• Pulse-induction technology eliminates false signals in saltwater and black-sand environments where VLF pinpointers chatter constantly, letting you focus on real targets instead of ground noise.
• Waterproof to 200 feet (60 meters) under fresh or saltwater, the Scuba Tector handles recreational dive depths and pressurized environments that exceed the 10-foot rating of most land-oriented pinpointers.
• Built-in rechargeable Li-Po battery runs 14 hours per charge and recharges via Micro USB, eliminating the corrosion risk and mid-dive dead-battery scenario that AA-powered units introduce.
• Dual alarm modes (buzzer, vibration, or combined) plus LED flashlight let you adapt to visibility conditions, from murky river bottoms where audio is king to clear water where vibration preserves your air supply.
• Ribbed ergonomic body improves grip stability in wet gloves, and the lanyard attachment loop cap prevents drop loss when you're working a target in current.

Pulse-Induction Circuitry for Saltwater and Mineralized Environments

The Scuba Tector runs a 95 kHz pulse-induction circuit that ignores saltwater and black-sand mineralization, the two conditions that force VLF pinpointers into constant retune cycles. PI technology transmits a magnetic pulse and listens for the decay signature of conductive targets, so ground minerals and dissolved salts don't register as false signals. Divers working ocean wrecks, tidal zones, or volcanic-sand beaches get clean target response without the chatter that buries real finds. RAIT (Ratio Alarm Indication Technology) intensifies the audio and vibration response as the coil nears a target, giving you directional feedback in zero-visibility silt clouds where you're hunting by feel. The automatic tuning resets ground balance on startup, and a manual retune button lets you null out a large ferrous object mid-dive without surfacing.

Specifications

• Waterproof Rating: 200 ft / 60m under fresh or saltwater
• Coil: 5in x 4in (13cm x 10cm) mono coil, epoxy-filled
• Length: 16.5in (42cm)
• Weight: 11.6oz (330g) per LIVE BODY; 13.4oz (380g) per manufacturer spec
• Thickness: Max 1.6in (4cm)
• Battery: Built-in 3.7V 500mAh Li-Po rechargeable (14-hour runtime)
• Operating Frequency: 95 kHz
• Working Method: Pulse induction
• Indicators: Audio (buzzer), vibration, LED beam lights
• Controls: Power switch, mode control (vibration/buzzer/combined), LED flashlight, manual retune
• Tuning: Automatic on startup, manual retune available
• Charging: Micro USB cable (included)
• In the Box: Scuba Tector, coil cover, wrist dive band, stainless lanyard, USB cable, spare O-ring

Why Buy from Serious Detecting

We are an authorized Quest dealer, so your Scuba Tector ships with the manufacturer warranty and access to Quest's technical support network. Our team has run Quest pinpointers in freshwater lake recoveries and saltwater beach hunts, and we stock the full mono tip pinpointer lineup for side-by-side guidance. Every order ships free, and our 30-day return policy covers fit and function concerns. We also price-match verified lower offers from authorized dealers, so you get the best value without sacrificing warranty coverage. For more guidance on underwater detecting techniques and target recovery, visit our metal detecting tips and FAQs page.