ISO-Switch™ - Added to RhinoDome Test Station

Overview

The ISO-Switch™ is a specialized component designed for integration into tracer wire systems, enabling more efficient facility location. This switch simplifies the setup process for locating technicians by allowing them to connect to multiple facilities simultaneously through a single access point.

By shunting or jumping each lateral with the ground, the ISO-Switch™ eliminates the need for manipulating individual terminal hardware. When the switch is toggled, the locator connects to the ground and all four lateral terminals, allowing signals to reach each service line without requiring manual reconnection. It is compatible with various Rhino access points, including the Tri-View Test Station, RhinoDome Test Station, Hideout, and Tracer Pit handholes.

Key Features

• Direct Connectivity
  Provides a centralized connection point for locate technicians to hook up their transmitter within tracer wire systems.
• Time-Saving Operation
  Simplifies the locating setup process by reducing the labor-intensive need to manually manipulate terminal hardware.
• Multi-Facility Access
  Allows for connecting to multiple facilities at once, significantly increasing efficiency in the field.
• Shunting Capability
  Uses internal switching to shunt or jump laterals with the ground without needing external hardware.
• Broad Compatibility
  Designed to integrate into various infrastructure access points, including RhinoDome Test Stations and Tri-View test stations.
• Streamlined Workflow
  Enables the signal to be sent to multiple services consecutively without the technician needing to return to the access point to reconnect.

Applications

• Tracer wire system locating
• Underground utility mapping
• Direct burial cable service identification

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the primary function of the ISO-Switch™?
The ISO-Switch™ simplifies utility locating by allowing a technician to connect to all lateral facilities at once through a single switch-operated access point.

Which enclosures is the ISO-Switch™ compatible with?
It is designed for integration into RhinoDome Test Stations, Tri-View Test Stations, Hideout enclosures, and Tracer Pit handholes.

Does this switch require external hardware to jump laterals?
No, the ISO-Switch™ performs the shunting or jumping of laterals internally with the flip of a switch.

How does this save time for locate technicians?
It removes the need to manually reconnect the transmitter to each individual terminal, allowing the signal to be applied to all services simultaneously.

Can the ISO-Switch™ be used for ground connections?
Yes, when the switch is flipped, the locator can connect to both the ground and the four lateral terminals simultaneously.