Armand Tartak Metal Detector

The Armand Tartak is a specialized metal detector designed for inspecting timber and wood products for hidden metal contamination before cutting, processing, or further manufacturing. Developed and manufactured in Poland by Armand, the detector is particularly suitable for sawmills, woodworking facilities, forestry operations, and furniture manufacturers where hidden metal objects can pose a risk to machinery, workers, and finished materials.

The Armand Tartak is designed with increased sensitivity to small ferrous objects such as steel nails, metal fragments, and other iron-containing contaminants that may be embedded inside logs and wooden materials. It can also be used to locate potentially dangerous metal fragments originating from wartime debris that may remain inside timber.

With its lightweight construction, simple controls, automatic ground adjustment, and waterproof search coil, the Armand Tartak provides a practical solution for routine inspection of timber before mechanical processing.

 

 

Key Features

• Specialized metal detector for timber inspection

• Increased sensitivity to small ferrous metal objects

• Suitable for detecting nails and steel fragments inside wood

• VLF analog detection technology

• 7.8 kHz operating frequency

• Static and Dynamic operating modes

• Automatic ground adjustment and zeroing

• Adjustable sensitivity

• Adjustable volume

• 28.5 cm waterproof search coil

• Lightweight 1.2 kg construction

• Headphone connection with automatic speaker muting

• Low power consumption

• Simple and intuitive operation

 

Applications

The Armand Tartak is designed primarily for professional inspection of wood and timber materials, including:

• Timber inspection before cutting and processing

• Detection of nails and metal fragments embedded in wood

• Inspection of logs and wooden components

• Detection of ferrous contamination in sawmill materials

• Protection of sawmill machinery from hidden metal objects

• Inspection of wood used in furniture manufacturing

• Inspection of timber used in wooden construction

• Industrial woodworking and timber processing

 

 

Recommended Users

The detector is particularly suitable for:

• Sawmills

• Woodworking companies

• Furniture manufacturers

• Forestry organizations

• Timber processing companies

• Manufacturers of wooden structures

• Professionals responsible for raw material inspection

 

How to Inspect Timber with the Armand Tartak

For more thorough inspection, the manufacturer recommends checking the timber from both sides.

Place the search coil against one side of the log or wooden component and scan the entire surface. Then rotate the material by approximately 180 degrees and repeat the inspection from the opposite side.

Scanning both sides can improve the chance of detecting metal objects located inside the wood, particularly when their position or depth may affect the strength of the detected signal.

For automated production environments, Armand also offers a dedicated sawmill conveyor controller that can be used to automatically stop the production line when metal is detected.

 

Detection Modes

The Armand Tartak provides two operating modes:

Static Mode:
Designed for stationary or slow inspection where the detector can be used to locate a metal object more precisely.

Dynamic Mode:
Designed for continuous scanning while moving the search coil across the surface of the timber.

The detector also provides automatic ground adjustment, helping maintain stable operation under changing ground conditions.

Design and Construction

The Armand Tartak has been designed for regular use in demanding working environments. Its lightweight construction weighs approximately 1.2 kg, allowing the operator to inspect timber for extended periods without excessive fatigue.

The detector features an ergonomic housing, adjustable armrest, comfortable handle, and a folding design for easier transportation and storage. The support shaft is made from aluminum and finished with a durable baked coating.

The 28.5 cm search coil is fully waterproof, making it suitable for use in demanding field and industrial conditions.

Audio and Headphone Operation

When metal is detected, the Armand Tartak generates a clear audible signal. The detector includes a stereo mini-jack headphone connection.

When headphones are connected, the built-in speaker is automatically muted, allowing the operator to concentrate on the detection signal and work more effectively in noisy environments.

Power Supply

The Armand Tartak is powered by two 9V 6F22 batteries or compatible rechargeable batteries.

Its low power consumption provides several hours of operating time, depending on factors such as detection activity, volume level, and headphone usage.

 

Technical Specifications

Specification	Value
Detector Type	VLF, Analog
Operating Frequency	7.8 kHz
Operating Modes	Static, Dynamic
Weight	1.2 kg
Search Coil Diameter	28.5 cm
Search Coil	Waterproof
Sensitivity Control	Yes
Volume Control	Yes
Ground Adjustment	Automatic
Headphone Connection	Stereo Mini Jack
Power Supply	2 × 9V 6F22 batteries
Operating Time	Several hours, depending on operating conditions

 

Package Contents

The standard Armand Tartak package includes:

• Armand Tartak metal detector

• Waterproof search coil

• Headphones

• User manual in Polish

• 24-month warranty