In the process of construction work, oftenThere are difficulties in finding safe, from the point of view of drilling, sections in walls and partitions. The presence in the wall niche of the laid cable or wooden structure becomes an obstacle to the installation operations. Moreover, violation of the wiring entails problems of a different kind, among which one can single out the need to dismantle the structure in order to update the route. Special detectors, in particular the Bosch GMS 120 Professional, designed for a wide range of applications, help eliminate the risk of damage to internal communications.
The device is a member of the general measuring group.equipment that is used in the construction industry. The case of the device is designed for operation in harsh conditions, as evidenced by the presence of durable plastic in the structure and protective coatings. The main advantages of the model reveals the technical stuffing, thanks to which the user can detect the presence of wiring made of different metals. In addition, the German wiring detector is capable of detecting wooden materials that are inside a closed structure.
Device Interaction with Operatorimplemented through an ergonomic interface with a digital screen and modern controls. In normal mode, the instrument indicator lights up in a green tint, and when a target object is detected, the red light is activated. However, the help of the Bosch GMS 120 detector is not limited to this. Since research activities are carried out for the subsequent marking of the zone in which assembly operations can be performed, the device developers have provided special devices for convenient marking of such areas.
Since the model is categorizedprofessional tool, it is distinguished by many functional and structural nuances. First of all, it is well thought-out ergonomics of the control system. In addition to the light indication, the metal detector also uses an acoustic signal to alert the user about the search results. Another feature of the Bosch GMS 120 is the wide range of materials it detects. In addition to metal and wood, the detector scans structures for magnetic and non-magnetic objects. In large-scale studies, equipment can be used for a long time. For such cases, the creators have provided a long-term battery charge, ensuring a 5-hour continuous operation of the device.
Despite the fact that the detector is positioned inas a professional apparatus, it may well be used by a home master for domestic purposes. Small size and convenience in the settings remove restrictions on its operation. How appropriate the acquisition of a Bosch GMS 120 model for specific needs will help determine its technical indicators:
It should be noted that the detection characteristicsmaterials depth may also vary depending on the parameters of the object itself, the properties of the investigated structure and external conditions. For example, if the electrical cable is not under voltage at the time of the survey, the scan depth may be lowered.
The device has three basic modes of operation - "drywall", "metal" and "conductive cable."
The first mode allows you to search for severaltypes of building material, including wood and metal. It does not matter if the object to be examined is magnetic or not. This mode is used specifically for working with drywall panels, that is, the device overcomes them in the process.
By setting the wiring detector to metal mode,The user can purposefully search for magnetic and non-magnetic objects in walls made of any material. When an object is detected, the instrument display will display the corresponding symbol.
Perhaps the most responsible research of thissort of include searching for conductive cables. For such tasks, the device developers have provided a special mode with the appropriate name. The detector allows you to detect wiring voltage from 110 to 230 V. When operating the device in this mode, it is recommended to conduct studies in series - several sessions will help to determine the location of the wiring more accurately.
When using the device it is important to consider thatenvironmental conditions may affect its performance. For example, humidity, proximity of other equipment that emits strong magnetic fields, building materials with metal content, insulators with aluminum elements and other factors can disrupt the functioning of the detector. If the place of work is free from such effects, then you can proceed to the study.
Actually, the result of the search should be two results - the fixation on the display of the symbol with the marking of the detected material, as well as the definition of boundaries free from the target object.
So, if the search for hidden wiring was a success, then through a special hole in the device, the user can mark the section of the passage of the communication route.
Like any measuring instrument, the detectorneeds careful maintenance and application of special maintenance measures. Only in this case the optimal accuracy indicators will be preserved. Each time before use, check the condition of the device, identifying external damage and unreliable parts of the construction. Also, the tool should always be kept clean and dry, as its filling is sensitive to moisture and temperature fluctuations. After performing the working operations, you should equip with a dry cloth with soft fibers - it will help to delicately clean the Bosch GMS 120 case. The instruction also recommends that you take the surface of the sensory zone as carefully as possible, since the accuracy of research depends on its condition.
It happens that in the process of scanning the deviceindicates the presence of metal objects that are not actually present. You can check the false signals on visible objects and if irregularities are confirmed, you will have to calibrate the device. This operation is performed by pressing two buttons - "5" and "7". At the same time, at the moment of pressing, the Bosch GMS 120 detector must be turned off, and within its radius of action there should be no objects on which it could work. A successful calibration will be indicated by the automatic launch of the device.
The device as a whole causes positiveimpressions. Especially the functions of determining metal objects and wiring practically have no criticism. The same applies to the implementation of the control system - the digital interface is convenient both in professional use and in solving everyday tasks.
However, there are complaints about the case forBosch GMS 120. Reviews note that, due to the special shape of the device, it would be more expedient to make a suspension device with a strap for it. And another disadvantage of the device, which can be called generally accepted, is the price tag - the model is available on the domestic market for an average of 5-6 thousand rubles.
Accurate and easy to use measurement devicesthey do not just facilitate repair and construction operations, but also eliminate the risk of making mistakes. For example, the search for hidden wiring with the subsequent identification of the place of passage of the communication route makes it possible to quickly and effortlessly carry out the correct marking of sections free in the wall.
Конечно, для разовых мероприятий при установке equipment in the home buying a device of this level may be unnecessary, but in regular work with walls, partitions and other closed structures, this device is simply indispensable. In addition to high accuracy, the detector from Bosch is also distinguished by its versatility in terms of the possibilities of working with different materials and ergonomics, which is important for a modern instrument.
