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DSD-IIIA Pilot Tube Guidance System

Product Overview

The DSD-IIIA is a laser-guided pilot tube system developed for microtunneling and trenchless construction. It combines a 30X telescope with 10X optical zoom, manual precision controls, and a 5MP industrial camera to provide real-time visual guidance for pipe jacking alignment.

The system supports a working distance of up to 100 m. Its stainless steel LED target is specially sealed for wet underground conditions and must pass DADI's mandatory pre-shipment immersion test before delivery.

DADI DSD-IIIA laser-guided pilot tube guidance system

Key Features

Manual Precision Control

Mechanical adjustment knobs are used for image zoom, crosshair clarity and target-image focus, giving the operator direct physical control during alignment.

30X Telescope + 10X Optical Zoom

The optical system combines 30X telescope magnification with 10X optical zoom for target observation over working distances up to 100 m.

5MP Industrial Imaging

The integrated 5MP industrial camera provides 2592 × 1944 imaging and displays the LED target on the industrial monitor for alignment observation and correction.

Pre-Shipment Waterproof Test for LED Target

Each stainless steel LED target is powered on and continuously immersed in water for three days before shipment. The target must complete this test without water ingress.

DSD-IIIA pilot tube guidance system detail

Why the LED Target Is Tested Underwater

The main DSD-IIIA unit is not designed as a waterproof device. The stainless steel LED target, however, is used inside underground pilot tubes and pipe sections where water ingress may occur during trenchless construction.

Because underground work may need to continue without interruption, DADI treats target waterproofing as a required pre-shipment inspection item rather than an optional test.

DADI Engineering Note

For every DSD-IIIA shipment, the stainless steel LED target is tested while powered on and continuously submerged in water for three days. The purpose is to verify the sealing performance of the target before it enters an underground trenchless jobsite. This test applies to the LED target only and does not mean that the complete DSD-IIIA system is waterproof.

Technical Specifications

SYSTEM PERFORMANCE
ModelDSD-IIIA
Working DistanceUp to 100 m
Camera Resolution5MP (2592 × 1944)
OPTICS
Optical Zoom10X
Telescope Magnification30X
Field of View1° 30′
TARGET AND POWER
Target Sizeφ50 × 185 mm
Power SupplyDC 6V continuous working
LED Target Waterproof TestPowered-on water immersion for 3 days before shipment

Typical Applications

Pilot Tube Microtunneling
Visual guidance for pilot tube alignment during underground construction.
Pipe Jacking Alignment
Observation of the LED target to support directional correction during jacking.
Trenchless Construction
Suitable for underground projects requiring optical visual guidance over distances up to 100 m.

What Is Included in the System?

The complete DSD-IIIA system includes the guidance host, industrial display monitor, lifting platform, stainless steel LED target, charger and cables, and a hard carrying case.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the DSD-IIIA used for?

The DSD-IIIA is used for visual guidance and alignment in pilot tube microtunneling, pipe jacking and other trenchless construction applications.

What is the working distance?

The specified working distance is up to 100 m.

Why does the DSD-IIIA use manual focus?

The system uses mechanical adjustment controls so the operator can directly adjust image zoom, crosshair clarity and target-image focus during alignment.

Is the complete DSD-IIIA system waterproof?

No. The main DSD-IIIA unit is not designed as a waterproof device. The stainless steel LED target is specially sealed for wet underground conditions.

How is the LED target checked before shipment?

Each LED target is powered on and continuously immersed in water for three days as a mandatory pre-shipment inspection. It must complete the test without water ingress before shipment.

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