NaviTrack Scout Locator by RIDGID (Model 19238)

Description The NaviTrack Scout Locator by RIDGID (Model 19238) traces sondes, camera heads, and buried lines using multi-directional antenna technology that reads the full signal field at once. Some technicians search for it as the RIDGID locator scout. That full-field read eliminates the false peaks and nulls that slow down locates on directional antenna designs, where the operator has to rotate the unit and interpret which reading is real. How the Scout Finds a Target Instead of rotating to find peak signal strength, the Scout reads signal direction and strength from every angle simultaneously. The backlit LCD shows on-screen directional markers pointing straight to the target, and depth calculates automatically the moment the unit sits directly over a sonde or line. A technician walks toward the signal rather than sweeping and guessing, which cuts locate time on jobs where the alternative is slowly working a directional antenna back and forth across a suspected line path. Frequency Range and Sonde Compatibility The Scout locates sondes at 512 Hz, 640 Hz, 847 Hz, and 33 kHz, traces active lines at 512 Hz, 8 kHz, and 33 kHz, and reads passive AC lines at 60 Hz and 50 Hz. It works directly with RIDGID SeeSnake sondes and transmitters, so the same locator that traces a camera head through a drain line also handles utility and energized line work. Scout vs. SR-20: Which Locator Fits the Job The Scout is built primarily around sonde and camera-head locating, with utility and energized line tracing as a secondary capability. The RIDGID SeekTech SR-20 is built the other way around, utility line locating first, with sonde locating as an added feature. A plumbing-focused crew that spends most of its time tracking camera heads through drain lines will lean on the Scout more often. A crew doing heavier utility and excavation locate work will reach for the SR-20 more often. Many service trucks carry both rather than choosing one over the other. Built for the Field At 3 lbs and powered by four C-cell batteries, the Scout stays light enough to carry through a full shift of locates without becoming a burden. The unit ships with a hard carrying case, surface markers and clip for flagging a confirmed location, and an operator’s manual. RIDGID backs the Scout with its Full Lifetime Warranty against defects in materials and workmanship, the same coverage that applies across the rest of the RIDGID diagnostic and locating line. Where the Scout Gets Used Locating SeeSnake camera heads and sondes during drain and sewer inspections Municipal utility tracing, mapping service lines and cleanouts before repair work Construction and excavation planning, identifying buried assets before digging begins Telecommunications and electrical work, tracing energized cables near active systems Frequently Asked Questions What is the NaviTrack Scout Locator used for? It’s primarily used to locate sondes, inspection camera heads, and underground utilities. It can also locate energized lines when needed. How does the multi-directional technology work? The Scout’s antenna system reads the entire signal field simultaneously, showing true signal direction and strength without requiring the operator to rotate the unit. Does it display target depth automatically? Yes. When positioned directly over the sonde or line, the Scout automatically calculates and displays depth on screen. What frequencies does the Scout support? 512 Hz, 640 Hz, 847 Hz, and 33 kHz for sonde locating, 512 Hz, 8 kHz, and 33 kHz for active line trace, and 60 Hz and 50 Hz for passive AC line trace. How is the Scout different from the SeekTech SR-20? The Scout is built primarily for sonde and camera-head locating. The SR-20 is built primarily for utility line locating. Both handle the other’s use case as a secondary function, and many crews carry both. Is the RIDGID locator scout the same as the NaviTrack Scout Locator by RIDGID? Yes. RIDGID locator scout is a common reversed-order search for the NaviTrack Scout, both refer to Model 19238. Before any dig, call 811 to have utility lines marked, the Scout confirms and refines that marking rather than replacing it. Browse RIDGID Diagnostics, Inspection and Locating for the full lineup, or pair the Scout with a micro CA-25 Inspection Camera or RIDGID SeekTech SR-20 Line Locator for a complete locating and inspection setup. Download the NaviTrack Scout Operator’s Manual for full setup instructions. Order from J.M. McKinney Co. for genuine RIDGID equipment, in-stock availability, and fast shipping.