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product_id: 6878437
title: "16728 Remote Transmitter (512 Hertz Sonde) for Underground Pipe Location,Red/Black,Small"
brand: "ridgid"
price: "€ 565.59"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
url: https://www.desertcart.nl/products/6878437-16728-remote-transmitter-512-hertz-sonde-for-underground-pipe-location
store_origin: NL
region: Netherlands
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# 25 ft max detection range 512 Hz powerful signal 4-hour battery life 16728 Remote Transmitter (512 Hertz Sonde) for Underground Pipe Location,Red/Black,Small

**Brand:** ridgid
**Price:** € 565.59
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 📡 Locate Like a Pro — Never Lose Your Line Again!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 16728 Remote Transmitter (512 Hertz Sonde) for Underground Pipe Location,Red/Black,Small by ridgid
- **How much does it cost?** € 565.59 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nl](https://www.desertcart.nl/products/6878437-16728-remote-transmitter-512-hertz-sonde-for-underground-pipe-location)

## Best For

- ridgid enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted ridgid brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Long-Lasting Power:** Up to 4 hours of continuous use on a single AAA battery keeps your workflow uninterrupted.
- • **Effortless Operation:** Quick-activate battery cover with flashing LED confirms active transmission at a glance.
- • **Extended Detection Reach:** Detects up to 25 feet in air and 15 feet in cast iron when paired with NaviTrack receiver.
- • **Compact & Versatile Design:** Easily attaches to push cables, duct rods, or sewer cables for seamless integration on the job.
- • **Precision Underground Locating:** Pinpoint pipes with a strong 512 Hz signal detectable by any compatible locator.

## Overview

The RIDGID 16728 Remote Transmitter is a compact, high-performance underground pipe locator emitting a powerful 512 Hz signal. Designed for professional tradespeople, it attaches easily to push cables or sewer rods and features a user-friendly battery cover with LED indicator. With up to 4 hours of battery life and a detection range of 25 feet in air, it ensures precise, efficient pipe location. Backed by RIDGID’s lifetime warranty, it’s engineered for durability and trusted worldwide.

## Description

Product Description               Master your tasks with precision and ease using the RIDGID Remote Transmitter (catalog number 16728). Tailored for plumbing professionals, this compact yet powerful device can be installed at the end of a fiberglass push cable, duct rod, or sewer cable to facilitate efficient location of the transmitter within a line. The underground locator emits a robust 512 Hz signal that any compatible locator can detect, enabling operators to accurately pinpoint the transmitter's underground position. Designed for effortless use, the transmitter features a battery cover that can be quickly tightened or loosened to activate the device, while a flashing LED light signals when the transmitter is actively working. It boasts an impressive battery life, operating for up to 4 hours on a single AAA-cell alkaline battery, reducing the need for frequent battery changes and allowing uninterrupted work on underground pipe location tasks. When paired with the NaviTrack receiver, the transmitter provides a typical maximum detection range of 25 feet in air and 15 feet in cast iron, though these ranges may vary with ambient noise and interference. RIDGID is a global manufacturer trusted by the skilled trades in more than 100 countries. BUILT FOR THOSE WHO KNOW.®                  From the Manufacturer               Since 1923, RIDGID has remained the symbol of certainty to dedicated professionals of the expert trades. Every tool that bears the RIDGID brand is engineered to the same high standards of quality, strength, and endurance, as was that first heavy-duty pipe wrench more than 80 years ago. Ridgid covers its products with a lifetime warranty against defects in material or workmanship for the life of the tool. The Ridgid 16728 Remote Transmitter can be attached to a drain cleaning cable or a water jet hose to locate the remote transmitter in a line. The flashing LED indicates that sonde is transmitting. It meets FCC class B and EN 55022 class B requirements.

## Features

- COMPACT REMOTE TRANSMITTER: Designed for installation at the end of a fiberglass push cable, duct rod, or sewer cable, enabling quick and efficient location of the remote transmitter within a line
- POWERFUL 512 HZ SIGNAL: Emits a strong 512 Hz signal detectable by any compatible locator, allowing operators to accurately pinpoint the transmitter's exact underground location
- USER-FRIENDLY OPERATION: Features a battery cover that can be easily tightened or loosened to activate the transmitter, with a flashing LED light that indicates when the sonde is actively transmitting
- EXTENDED BATTERY LIFE: Operates for up to 4 hours of continuous operation on a single AAA-cell alkaline battery, minimizing interruptions during underground pipe location tasks
- WIDE DETECTION RANGE: When used with the NaviTrack receiver, the typical maximum detection range of 25 feet in air and 15 feet in cast iron; range may vary with ambient noise levels and interference

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Manufacturer | Ridgid Tool Company |
| Part Number | 16728 |
| Item Weight | 6.4 ounces |
| Product Dimensions | 3.54 x 1.97 x 6.5 inches |
| Item model number | 16728 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Size | Small |
| Color | Red/Black |
| Power Source | hand_powered |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Number Of Pieces | 1 |
| Included Components | Remote Transmitter |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Warranty Description | Ridgid covers its products with a lifetime warranty against defects in material or workmanship for the life of the tool. |

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*Product available on Desertcart Netherlands*
*Store origin: NL*
*Last updated: 2026-02-02*