Ebinger VEMOS AIR Mk2 Drone Metal Detector
The Ebinger VEMOS AIR Mk2 is an electromagnetic-impulse (EMI) geophysical instrument for detecting conductive materials from the air. A drone-adapted successor to Ebinger’s proven UPEX 740M “big loop” detector, it brings pulse-induction metal detection to mid-sized UAVs — finding non-ferrous conductors and smaller objects that a magnetometer would miss. Its search coil sits on a foldable frame for easy transport and deployment.
Detects what magnetometers cannot
Where a magnetometer only senses ferrous metal, the VEMOS AIR detects any conductive material — non-ferrous and ferrous alike — and resolves smaller objects. It is the complementary tool for sites where targets are non-magnetic metals or small shallow items, derived from the heavily field-proven Ebinger UPEX 740M.
Drone-mounted, foldable, field-ready
The 3.2 kg sensor flies on mid-sized drones such as the DJI M400, M350/M300 RTK and Inspired Flight IF1200A, on a mounting and suspension system with a foldable search-coil frame and a rugged transport case. It pairs with the SkyHub onboard computer and survey software for automated, georeferenced detection.
Applications & Limitations
Ideal for detecting conductive metal objects — including non-ferrous targets and smaller items than a magnetometer can find — in the shallow subsurface. Note the system cannot detect deep targets (greater than ~2 m) and cannot detect landmines that contain only a minimal amount of metal; it must not be relied upon to confirm the absence of such items.
Service & Warranty
Supplied by GulfNet Emirates Drone & Robotic Systems with UAE-based technical support, integration guidance and full manufacturer warranty. The VEMOS AIR Mk2 requires the SkyHub onboard computer and additional components/software for drone operation — request a quote and our team will propose the complete, ready-to-fly metal-detection set.
Key Specifications
| Sensor type | Electromagnetic impulse (EMI / pulse-induction) metal detector |
| Detects | Non-ferrous and ferrous conductive metals, including smaller objects than a magnetometer |
| Heritage | Drone-adapted successor to the Ebinger UPEX 740M “big loop” detector |
| Detection depth | Up to ~2 m (shallow targets only) |
| Configuration | Search coil on a foldable frame with mounting and suspension system |
| Recommended drones | DJI M400, M350 / M300 RTK, Inspired Flight IF1200A or similar |
| Sensor weight | 3.2 kg |
| Onboard computer | Requires the SkyHub onboard computer and software (additional components) |
| Transport case | 25 × 145 × 75 cm |
| In the package | Electronics module, search coil on foldable frame, mounting and suspension system, data and power cables, rugged transport case |
| SKU | IS-VEMOS-AIR |
Frequently Asked Questions
How is a metal detector different from a magnetometer?
A magnetometer senses only ferrous (magnetic) metal, while the EMI metal detector senses any electrically conductive material — non-ferrous and ferrous — and resolves smaller objects. The two are complementary survey tools.
How deep can it detect?
It is a shallow-subsurface detector and cannot detect targets deeper than about 2 m. For deeper ferrous targets a magnetometer is more appropriate.
Which drones are recommended?
Mid-sized drones such as the DJI M400, M350/M300 RTK and Inspired Flight IF1200A or similar. The sensor weighs 3.2 kg.
Can it detect landmines?
It cannot detect landmines that contain only a minimal amount of metal, and must never be used to confirm the absence of such items. It detects conductive metal objects in the shallow subsurface.
What else do I need to operate it?
The SkyHub onboard computer and survey software are required, along with a mounting kit. Request a quote and we propose the complete ready-to-fly set.
