Minelab CTX 3030
A fully integrated professional detector with a full-color LCD screen and a built-in GPS system (GPSi) that automatically logs find locations and search paths for later review on a computer. FBS 2 multi-frequency technology (1.5 to 100 kHz) and the Smartfind 2 system provide visual ferrous and conductivity discrimination, backed by waterproofing to 3 meters, wireless audio, and portable setting memory via XChange 2 software — built for serious collectors who want to document every find.
Overview
The CTX 3030 is Minelab's most advanced all-around detector, pairing multi-frequency FBS 2 technology with Smartfind 2 discrimination for reliable results across every soil type. A full-color LCD screen gives you a clear readout for every target.
The built-in GPSi system logs GeoTrails, WayPoints, and FindPoints with high accuracy, so you can retrace productive ground and return to it later, with data exportable to Google Maps via XChange 2 software.
Wi-Stream wireless audio through the included WM 10 module keeps response instant, and Koss UR30 headphones are included as well. The detector is fully waterproof to 3 meters (10 feet), with a comfortable design that positions battery weight behind the armrest.
Five preset search modes cover 20 customizable discrimination patterns (two per mode), while Target Trace separates multiple overlapping targets — such as iron next to a coin, or a coin against mineralized ground — for greater accuracy in cluttered sites.
Key features
FBS 2 Technology
multiple frequencies from 1.5 to 100 kHz
Smartfind 2
1,750 discrimination patterns (35 ferrous x 50 conductivity)
Full-Color LCD Screen
clear readout of all target information
Built-in GPSi
accurate recording and tracking of detecting locations
Wi-Stream Wireless Audio
instant response via the WM 10 module
Waterproof to 3 Meters
ready for land, beaches, and shallow water
5 Search Modes and 20 Discrimination Patterns
fully customizable
Technical specifications
| Depth | 4 feet |
|---|---|
| Made In | Australia |
| Warranty | 3 Years |
| Technology | FBS 2 multi-frequency with digital coil-to-control-box communication |
| Frequency Range | 1.5 to 100 kHz |
| Discrimination | Smartfind 2: 35 ferrous x 50 conductivity = 1,750 discrimination patterns |
| Noise Cancel | Automatic and manual (11 channels) |
| Sensitivity | Automatic and manual (130 levels) |
| Target Tones | Customizable: 1, 2-ferrous, 2-conductivity, 4-ferrous, 4-conductivity, 35-ferrous, 50-conductivity |
| Display | Full-color LCD with backlight and adjustable brightness (1-10) |
| Wireless Audio | WM 10 wireless module (included), under 10ms response time |
| Included Headphones | Koss UR30 (100 ohm) |
| Standard Search Coil | CTX 11 11-inch round Double-D waterproof coil |
| Length | 94 to 140.5 cm (37 to 55.3 in) |
| Weight | 2.36 kg including battery |
| Battery | Rechargeable lithium-ion battery with fast charger |
| Waterproofing | Fully submersible to 3 meters (10 ft) |
| Languages | 9 selectable languages |
| Computer Connectivity | XChange 2 compatible via USB |
What’s in the box
- Main control unit (control box) with color screen
- CTX 11 11-inch round Double-D waterproof search coil
- Koss UR30 headphones
- WM 10 wireless audio module
- Lithium-ion battery with fast charger
- Coil cover (skid plate)
- User manual
Ideal for
Professional detectorists wanting the highest discrimination accuracy Minelab offers
A strong fit for professional detectorists wanting the highest discrimination accuracy minelab offers with the Minelab CTX 3030.
Anyone who wants to log locations and return to them via built-in GPS
A strong fit for anyone who wants to log locations and return to them via built-in gps with the Minelab CTX 3030.
Searching parks, fields, beaches, and shallow water
A strong fit for searching parks, fields, beaches, and shallow water with the Minelab CTX 3030.
Searching for coins, relics, and jewelry in trash-dense areas
A strong fit for searching for coins, relics, and jewelry in trash-dense areas with the Minelab CTX 3030.
