Constrained marking guide provides sharper, more accurate mark

Smaller, lighter tool with enhanced workflow

Orientation jig has 30-day battery life (approx.)

Core sizes: H, H3,N, N3, N2

Automated QA/QC & integrated workflow

High quality, auditable data

  • ACTx is very reliable and accurate. It was great to see lots of 0 betas in the core shack, as well as having the QA/QC data in HUB-IQ.

    Dylan Drummond, Project Geologist, Skyharbour Resources Ltd

  • About 80% of the orientations fall within our mismatch tolerance of <5%.

    Geologist

  • By rotating the ACTx tool instead of the bulky core tube, we simplify the process of the core orientation, saving time and effort.

    Driller, During Field Trials

  • More accurate marks thanks to the orientation jig and QA verification.

    Driller, During Field Trials

  • It’s quicker than the ACT III tools – we’re orienting core faster

    Driller Offsider, During Field Trials 

    Technical specifications

    Core Sizes

    N, N2 N3, H, H3

    Dimensions
    Downhole Unit (without coupling adapter)

    Length

    109mm


    Diameter

    48mm


    Weight

    560 g

    Orientation Jig

    Length

    120 mm


    Width

    108 mm


    Height

    115 mm


    Weight

    1010 g

    Operational environment
    Downhole Unit

    Operational Temperature

    -30°C to 60°C (-22°F to 176°F)


    Storage Temperature

    -30°C to 60°C (-22°F to 176°F)

    Orientation Jig

    Operational Temperature

    -20°C to 50°C (-4°F to 122°F)


    Storage Temperature

    -20°C to 50°C (-4°F to 122°F)


    Charging Temperature

    3°C to 40°C (37°F to 104°F)

    Performance
    Downhole unit

    Dip Range

    0° to ± 87°


    Accuracy 

    ± 1°

    Orientation Jig

    Accuracy 

    ± 1°

    Battery
    Downhole unit

    Battery type

    Non-rechargeable lithium battery pack


    Battery life

    1,400 orientations (Approximate)

    Orientation Jig

    Battery Type

    Rechargeable Lithium Ion


    Charge Time

    9 hours


    Battery Life

    30 days (Approximate)

    The REFLEX CORE REMOVAL TOOL™ is a safe and effective diamond core extraction tool that safeguards your samples and orientation marks.

    Removing core from the inner tube can be laborious, unsafe and result in damage to the core sample. By using the tool to remove core stuck in the core lifter (shoe) from the inner tube, safety of the driller/operator is significantly improved through the ergonomic design and unique ‘hands-free’ magnetic clamping mechanism. The CORE REMOVAL TOOL ensures maximum protection of the core sample to prevent it from crumbling and preserve the core orientation mark which is crucial for accurate structural geological analysis.

    Product support, anywhere, anytime

    We’re committed to offering the highest level of support to our customers, which is why we have launched our Customer Care Portal, so you can receive support on our products and solutions, wherever you are in the world. 

    • Raise product support requests anytime (24/7)
    • Access our comprehensive knowledge base
    • Track and manage your support requests


    Frequently asked questions

    What is core orientation?

    Core orientation is the process of determining the original position of a drill core sample. When combined with downhole survey results, it gives the core sample location and orientation before it was extracted from the ground. Geologists use this data to measure structural features, such as bedding planes, fractures and veins, aiding in the creation of a geological model and identification of subsurface formations.


    There are two broad categories of core orientation methodology: manual and digital. These methods help determine the precise orientation of rock formations within a drill core sample.


    Some core orientation methodologies include (and can be seen as complementary):
    • Electronic Core Orientation Instruments 
    • Dipmeter and borehole televiewers 
    • Structural Geology techniques (field observations, mapping, geophysical methods, and laboratory experiments)
    • Photogrammetry

    What holes sizes is the ACTx compatible with?

    The ACTx can currently be used to orient core in hole sizes H, H3, N, N3, N2. 

    What if we need to orient core in a P or B hole size?

    For P and B hole sizes, the ACTIII tool is the recommended IMDEX core orientation solution.

    Why is QA/QC data important in core orientation?

    QA/QC data is important in core orientation as it removes the ambiguity of what went wrong if a poor orientation occurs.

    Learn more about the benefits of ACTx data in HUB-IQ.

    Driller and engineer using  IMDEXHUB-IQ software on tablet

    Contact our digital core orientation experts