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The Mars Discovery 13 is MarsMD's 13 inch (33 cm) Double-D search coil, in the version for the Garrett ACE series, including the Garrett ACE 300 and ACE 400. It is waterproof and comes with a coil cover, a connector protection cap, the coil attachment bolt and nut, and two rubber rings.
| Configuration | |
|---|---|
| Coil | Mars Discovery 13, 13 in (33 cm) |
| Type | Double-D |
| Fits | Garrett ACE 250, 300, 350, Euro ACE, 400 |
| Waterproof | Yes |
What is in the box with the Mars Discovery 13
MarsMD's standard contents for the Discovery 13
- Mars Discovery 13 DD search coil
- Coil cover
- Connector protection cap
- Coil attachment bolt and nut
- Two rubber rings
Which detectors the Discovery 13 fits
- Garrett ACE 250
- Garrett ACE 300
- Garrett ACE 350
- Garrett Euro ACE
- Garrett ACE 400
MarsMD lists one Garrett ACE version of the Discovery 13 for the ACE 250, ACE 300, ACE 350, Euro ACE and ACE 400. We also carry versions of the Discovery 13 for other detectors, in our MarsMD search coils collection.
When to use the Discovery 13
Garrett ACE owners who spend most of their time on open, lightly littered ground are the natural fit for the Discovery 13. A 13 inch Double-D coil sweeps a broad path, which pays off where finds are scattered thinly. Around heavy iron or in brush, a coil this size is harder to steer and tends to hear several targets at once, so we would change to a compact coil there, such as the Mars Sniper 10 x 6 we carry for the ACE 250 and ACE 350. Walk in lanes that overlap by about half a coil width, and expect the coil size to help coverage first; any extra depth depends on the soil and the target. Our metal detector coil guide explains how coil size and type trade coverage for separation.
MarsMD built the Discovery as a well balanced, reliable coil for a wide range of search tasks, and says it gives a considerable depth increase and more ground coverage than standard coils. Its weight starts from 520 g (18.3 oz) and can be higher depending on the detector version. The coil is waterproof and shielded against electrical interference. The outer shell is high impact resistant, UV protected plastic filled with a high quality epoxy resin, the coil mounting bracket is extremely robust, and a cable strain relief keeps the cable entry watertight. The connector screws on.
Mars Discovery 13 specifications
| Specification | Mars Discovery 13 |
|---|---|
| Size | 13 in (33 cm) |
| Weight | From 520 g (18.3 oz), varies by detector version |
| Type | Double-D |
| Waterproof | Yes |
| Connector | Screw-on |
| Construction | Epoxy filled, UV protected impact resistant shell |
| Fits | Garrett ACE 250, 300, 350, Euro ACE, 400 |
| Warranty | 3 years from the date of purchase |
MarsMD covers its coils with a 3-year warranty from the date of purchase. Every Mars coil we carry is in our MarsMD search coils collection. Every coil and accessory we carry for the ACE 300 and ACE 400 is in our Garrett ACE 300 and Garrett ACE 400 collections.
Serious Detecting is a family-owned, authorized MarsMD dealer with a showroom in Ypsilanti, Michigan, and our staff help by phone or email.
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