3M 1402-XR 4-Inch Red Passive EMS Extended Range Ball Marker

3M 1402-XR 4-Inch Red Passive EMS Extended Range Ball Marker

The 3M 1402-XR 4-Inch Red Passive EMS Extended Range Ball Marker is a passive Electronic Marker System (EMS) ball designed to mark and identify buried utility lines for accurate future locating. Measuring 4-Inch in diameter and finished in Red, this extended range marker ball is built for direct-burial installation alongside conduit, cable, or pipe runs, giving field crews a reliable, maintenance-free reference point that requires no batteries or external power. As part of 3M's EMS ball marker line, the 1402-XR is engineered to be located with compatible EMS locating equipment long after installation, helping utility owners and contractors reduce the risk of accidental strikes during future excavation work.

Key Features

• Trade Size: 4-Inch diameter ball marker sized for direct-burial placement alongside underground utility lines.
• Passive EMS Technology: Contains no battery or power source, allowing long-term, maintenance-free operation once buried in the ground.
• Extended Range: Engineered for extended detection range when paired with compatible EMS locating equipment.
• Color-Coded Design: Finished in Red for quick visual identification and consistency with utility marking practices in the field.
• Ball Marker Configuration: Spherical form factor allows straightforward placement directly in the trench, bore path, or backfill during installation.
• Durable Field Design: Built to remain buried and fully functional underground for the operational life of the associated utility asset.
• No Line-of-Sight Required: As a passive marker, the ball can be detected from the surface without direct visual access to the buried line.

Technical Specifications

• Size: 4-Inch
• Color: Red
• Marker Type: Passive EMS (Electronic Marker System)
• Range: Extended Range

Typical Applications

• Underground Utility Line Marking and Identification
• Buried Cable, Conduit, and Pipe Locating Systems
• Electronic Marker System (EMS) Compatible Locate Equipment
• Direct-Burial Installation Alongside Utility Runs
• Utility Locating and Excavation Damage Prevention Programs

Why 3M?

3M is a trusted name in utility marking and locating solutions, and the 1402-XR Passive EMS Ball Marker reflects that reputation with a maintenance-free, battery-free design built for long-term underground performance. By combining a durable 4-Inch Red marker ball with extended range EMS technology, 3M helps utility contractors and locators mark buried assets with confidence, supporting safer excavation practices and more accurate utility locating for years after installation. Choosing a 3M marker ball means specifying a component built specifically for the demands of underground utility identification and long-term field reliability.