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Lumber Wizard 5 Laser Line Metal Detector for Woodworking

Metal Detectors for Woodworkers. The Lumber Wizard was created by @BillyCarmen in 1999 and is the only hand-held metal detector specifically designed for woodworkers. We're always here for you, 100%!

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UPC Code: 721633123217
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Billy Carmen of Wizard Industries demonstrates the Lumber Wizard and Little Wizard woodworking metal detectors and explains how to properly tune them.


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The Lumber Wizard 5 is an advanced handheld metal detector designed specifically for woodworkers. This tool helps locate metal objects such as nails, screws, wire, staples, and more that are hidden inside wood, protecting tools and ensuring safety. The laser line indicator makes it easy to pinpoint metal locations by projecting a visible red line onto the surface during detection.

Whether you’re working with reclaimed wood, barnwood, or new lumber, the Lumber Wizard 5 is the perfect tool to prevent costly tool damage and injuries. Its user-friendly design, automatic calibration, and precise detection capabilities make it a must-have for both professional and hobbyist woodworkers.


Key Features:

  • Laser Line Indicator: Projects a red line where metal is detected, making it easy to locate.
  • Automatic Calibration: The device self-adjusts every time it’s powered on, ensuring optimal performance.
  • 6-Inch Scanning Area: Quickly scans large surfaces, saving time and effort.
  • Lightweight and Durable: Designed for one-handed use with a sturdy plastic casing built for daily wear and tear.
  • Battery Operated: Runs on a 9-volt battery (Duracell recommended, non-lithium).
  • Moisture Resistant: Performs reliably regardless of wood moisture content.
  • Compact Design: 15” long, 3-1/8” wide, and 1-1/8” high; weighs only 13 ounces.
  • 1-Year Warranty: Backed by Wizard Industries for peace of mind.

Why Choose the Lumber Wizard 5?

1. Protect Your Tools

Hidden metal can damage expensive blades, knives, and other woodworking tools. The Lumber Wizard 5 ensures you can detect and remove these objects before cutting or planing, preventing costly repairs.

2. Improve Safety

Avoid injuries caused by flying metal fragments or blade kickbacks. The detector’s precise location feature ensures safer woodworking practices.

3. Save Time and Materials

With its 6-inch scanning area, the Lumber Wizard 5 helps you quickly locate buried metal, reducing downtime and preventing material waste.

4. Precision Detection

The laser line indicator and adjustable sensitivity ensure pinpoint accuracy, helping you efficiently remove metal from your wood.

5. Versatile Application

Perfect for detecting small metal objects in new and reclaimed wood, making it ideal for carpenters, furniture makers, and DIY enthusiasts.


Comparing the Lumber Wizard 5 and Little Wizard II

Wizard Industries offers two popular options for woodworking metal detection:

  • Lumber Wizard 5:

    • Larger detection coil (6” x 2”)
    • Ideal for larger wood pieces and detecting deeper metal objects.
  • Little Wizard II:

    • Smaller detection coil (2.5” x 0.5”)
    • Great for pinpointing smaller or shallowly buried metal pieces.

Both models are excellent for denailing and preserving reclaimed wood while protecting your tools and equipment.


How Does the Lumber Wizard Compare to Standard Security Wands?

Unlike generic security wands designed to detect large objects like knives and weapons, the Lumber Wizard 5 is specialized for woodworking. It focuses on small metal objects such as nails, screws, and wire, ensuring greater accuracy and effectiveness in carpentry applications.


Pro Tips for Using the Lumber Wizard 5:

  • Always use a fresh 9-volt battery (Duracell recommended, non-lithium) for optimal performance.
  • Signs of a low battery include inconsistent detection and a flashing laser.
  • A fully charged battery ensures better detection depth, fewer false positives, and extended usage time.

Specifications:

  • Length: 15”
  • Width: 3-1/8”
  • Height: 1-1/8”
  • Weight: 13 oz
  • Power Source: 1x 9-volt battery (not included)
  • Detection Capabilities: Nails, screws, wire, staples, bullets, and more.

Customer Praise

For over 20 years, the Lumber Wizard series has been trusted by woodworkers across the country. With rave reviews from professionals and publications alike, the Lumber Wizard 5 Laser Line continues to set the standard in woodworking metal detection.


Upgrade your workshop with the Lumber Wizard 5 and protect your tools, materials, and yourself. Order now and experience the difference precision detection can make!



 


A powerful metal detector designed specifically for woodworkers!

The new LUMBER WIZARD 5 Auto-Tuning Laser Line Woodworking Metal Detector is the latest version of Wizard Industries' flagship metal detector, ideal for woodworking.

⚠️ WARNING:
This product can expose you to chemicals including [specific chemical(s), e.g., lead, BPA, or phthalates], which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. For more information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

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Excellent Product and Support

by Steven Darmer from Saint Paul, MN on Aug 23, 2022

This is a great company to deal with when there are issues. I have a Wizard 5 that has worked well in finding metal in recycled wood. I have owned it for a couple years but seldom use it. This time when I went to use it I could not get it to work continually. I contacted Lumber Wizard by email and discussed the issue with Billy tech support. He came up with a couple ideas that I tried to get it to work. When it would not work he immediately sent me a new unit. My unit was out of warranty but they still supported it and then replaced it. I was amazed that a company would support there product to this level. It is the way you would like a company to support their product but they seldom do. I would highly recommend this product because it works well in finding metal in wood and also because you can count on this company to support their product if there is ever an issue.

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by Dean Bielanowski from Australia on Jan 29, 2005

From: http://www.onlinetoolreviews.com/reviews/lumberwizard.htm We all know how expensive good quality blades are to buy these days. Imagine a new $100 circular saw blade or a nice set of 15" planer blades being destroyed by a stray nail or piece of metal buried deep in a piece of recycled hardwood you picked up from a demolition yard or second hand at a garage sale. Such foreign objects hiding in your lumber can easily be missed by the eye, or not seen at all. Search the net and you can find countless stories of such tragedy on forums that will soon change the way you protect your woodworking blades. Of course, the answer to the problem is to own and use a metal detector. They come in all shapes and sizes from security guard types, to your floor stand or fixed models to the long pole seated models you see people on beaches with. Some of these are a little overkill, and rather expensive for most home or enthusiast woodworker's needs. Today we are going to take a look at a light, portable hand held unit from Wizard Detectors called the "Lumber Wizard" and see how well it performs in the common woodworkers workshop! See entire review at: http://www.onlinetoolreviews.com/reviews/lumberwizard.htm

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48 of 103 found the following review helpful:
Lumber Wizard

by Robert Anderson from Australia on Feb 15, 2006

Thank you for helping me. I have purchased a Lumber Wizard and I am more than happy with it. It has certainly saved me some blades in my planer already. I will certainly recommend it to others who work with recycled wood. Thanking you once again Robert Anderson (Australia)

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Product Specifications


Product Dimensions:
Length: 18 inches
Width: 2.5 inches
Height: 2 inches

Package Dimensions:
Length: 21 inches
Width: 8 inches
Height: 2 inches
Weight: 1.00 Pounds

Shipping Carton:
Carton Length: 23 inches
Carton Width: 14 inches
Carton_Depth: 9 inches
Carton Weight: 18 Pounds
Items Per Container: 12

Other Information:
UPC Code: 721633123217
Packaging Type: clamshell


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