XP Metal Detectors 15" Gold Pan for Prospecting

The XP 15" Gold Pan is a four-zone prospecting pan designed for rapid gold recovery in streams and rivers. With a 37 cm (15-inch) diameter and XP's proprietary Snake Skin texture, this pan separates gold flakes from sediment faster than conventional ribbed designs. Prospectors working placer deposits need a pan that handles high-volume material without losing fine gold during the classification stage, and the XP pan's graduated riffle system delivers that balance. The stackable construction and lightweight build make it easier to carry multiple pans to remote sites than traditional steel or heavy-duty plastic pans.

Why Prospectors Reach for the XP 15" Gold Pan

• Four-zone panning system: large riffles clear coarse material fast, mini riffles separate fine sand, Snake Skin texture traps flour gold during final cleanup, and the smooth center zone lets you isolate concentrate for inspection.
• Snake Skin texture outperforms conventional sandblasted zones: the texture creates turbulence that holds fine gold in place while lighter sediment washes over, reducing losses during the final panning stage.
• Stackable design cuts pack weight: nested XP pans and classifiers occupy less space than rigid pans, and the lightweight construction means you can carry a full prospecting kit without the fatigue penalty of steel pans.
• Optimal blue contrast: the XP blue is complementary to yellow on the color wheel, so gold flakes stand out sharper against the pan surface than they do in green or black pans, especially under variable light conditions at the creek.
• Wide flat base increases material capacity: the 15-inch diameter and shallow profile let you process larger scoops per cycle than 10- or 12-inch pans, cutting the number of pans needed to work through a bucket of concentrate.

Faster Gold Recovery in Creek and River Environments

High-Volume Classification in Placer Streams

The XP pan's four-zone system handles the full range of material sizes prospectors encounter in placer deposits. Start with the large riffles to clear gravel and pebbles without losing coarse nuggets, then work down to the mini riffles for fine sand separation. The Snake Skin zone traps flour gold that would wash out of a smooth pan, and the center inspection area lets you isolate black sand concentrate for final cleanup. Prospectors running gold prospecting equipment in productive streams process material faster when the pan's riffle geometry matches the sediment size distribution, and the XP design covers that range without requiring multiple pans.

Lightweight Portability for Remote Sites

The stackable construction and low weight make the XP pan easier to carry on long hikes to remote placer sites than traditional steel pans. Nested XP pans occupy minimal pack space, and the rigid plastic construction survives drops and impacts that would dent steel. Prospectors working miles from the trailhead appreciate the weight savings when they're carrying pans, classifiers, shovels, and sample bags, and the XP design stacks tightly enough to fit inside a standard backpack without wasting volume. For techniques and field tips, refer to our gold panning guide.

Specifications

• Diameter: 37 cm (15 inches)
• Panning Zones: 4 (large riffles, mini riffles, Snake Skin texture, smooth center)
• Material: Rigid plastic
• Color: XP blue (optimal contrast for gold visibility)
• Design: Stackable with other XP pans and classifiers
• Weight: Lightweight (specific weight not provided by manufacturer)
• Manufacturer: XP Metal Detectors

Why Buy from Serious Detecting

Serious Detecting is an authorized XP Metal Detectors dealer, so your pan is backed by XP's manufacturer warranty and our team has field experience with the full XP prospecting line. We offer free shipping on orders over the threshold, a 30-day return policy. Our prospecting specialists have run XP pans in placer streams across the West and can answer setup questions or recommend complementary tools like classifiers and sluices for your specific sites.