Jameson 17-300R Cable & Pipe Locator Receiver | Underground Wire Locator
Cable & Pipe Locator Receiver Overview
The Jameson 17-300R Cable & Pipe Locator Receiver is built for professional utility locating and is designed to detect buried cable, pipe, and tracer wire using a professional underground wire locator with accurate real-time feedback in the field. As part of the Jameson precision locating system, it helps operators trace conductive paths while maintaining reliable signal response through changing underground conditions.
Built on Jameson’s proven locating platform, the 17-300R offers multiple operating frequencies, passive modes, sonde locating capability, and constant depth and current measurement. When paired with a compatible transmitter, operators can also remotely control transmitter output power and frequency from the receiver, reducing back-and-forth walking on longer runs and active jobsites.
- Precision Utility Locating — Detect buried cable, pipe, and tracer wire with real-time field feedback.
- Multiple Locate Modes — Includes operating frequencies, passive modes, sonde frequencies, and antenna modes for varied locating conditions.
- Depth & Current Measurement — Helps confirm line path and signal condition during locating.
- Remote Transmitter Control — When paired with a compatible Jameson transmitter, adjust output power and frequency from the receiver.
- Built for Field Use — IP65-rated housing handles demanding utility and jobsite environments.
Build your locating system here: Pair with the 17-500T Digital Transmitter, upgrade to the 17-300RTK Locator Kit, or add the 17-4HC Inductive Clamp for locating without direct connection.
Designed for professional utility locating, this receiver delivers consistent signal detection across a wide range of underground conditions.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 17-300R |
| Product Type | Cable & Pipe Precision Locating Receiver |
| Operating Frequencies | 10 |
| Sonde Frequencies | 5 |
| Passive Modes | 5 |
| Antenna Modes | 3 |
| Power Source | 6 "C" cell batteries |
| Battery Life | 30 hrs continuous (82 hrs intermittent) |
| Operating Temperature | -4°F to 133°F |
| Ingress Protection Rating | IP65 |
| Dimensions | 30.3" x 9.4" (77 cm x 24 cm) |
| Weight | 4.2 lbs (1.9 kg) |
What’s Included
- 17-300R cable & pipe locating receiver
- Padded protective carrying case
Safety Note
Always follow utility locating best practices and confirm safe excavation procedures before digging.



