Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Technical Specification |
| Brand & Model | Sigma Metalytics Precious Metal Verifier (PMV) Original (SM1601) |
| Verified Metal Types | Gold (Pure & Alloys), Silver, Platinum, Palladium |
| Testing Methodology | Sub-Surface Electromagnetic Bulk Resistivity Assessment |
| Packaging Transparency | Reads Through Plastic Slabs, Coin Capsules, Cardboard Flips, Assay Cards |
| Onboard Built-In Sensor | Min. Diameter: 24.0 mm | Penetration Depth: 0.4 mm | Ideal: 1/2 oz gold – 2 oz silver |
| Small Wand Attachment | Min. Diameter: 8.0 mm | Penetration Depth: 0.18 mm | Ideal: < 1/4 oz gold |
| Large Wand Attachment | Min. Diameter: 18.0 mm | Penetration Depth: 0.25 mm | Ideal: 1/4 oz gold – 1 oz silver |
| Bullion Wand Attachment | Min. Diameter: 24.0 mm | Penetration Depth: 1.5 mm | Ideal: > 2 oz silver / large bars |
| Testing Speed | Instantaneous (Sub-Second Result Generation) |
| Warranty & Guarantee | 2-Year Manufacturer Warranty + Sigma Metalytics Gold Standard Promise |
Complete Package Inclusions
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Sigma Metalytics PMV Original Base Unit (SM1601)
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Small External Sensor Wand
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Large External Sensor Wand
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Bullion External Sensor Wand
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Calibration Disc
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AC Charging Adapter & Cable
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Custom Padded Carrying Case
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Comprehensive User Operating Manual
Authenticate investment bullion, numismatic coins, and ingots non-destructively with the authentic Sigma Metalytics Precious Metal Verifier (PMV) Original. Regarded worldwide as the benchmark standard in non-invasive verification, this pioneering instrument delivers rapid, accurate readings across gold, silver, platinum, and palladium without requiring chemical acids, mechanical filing, or surface-damaging scratch tests. Built to read directly through protective coin capsules, grading slabs, plastic assay blisters, and cardboard holders, the PMV Original sends an electromagnetic signal into the sample to verify bulk metal resistivity and instantly unmask sub-surface inserts and fake cores.
Key Features & Benefits
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Non-Destructive Sub-Surface Verification: Evaluates the bulk resistivity of precious metals beneath the surface. Detects thick gold plating, tungsten slugs, and debased alloys hidden inside bars or coins without breaching protective packaging.
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Seamless Testing Through Slabs & Packaging: Verifies raw metal directly inside certified NGC/PCGS slabs, plastic capsules, flips, and sealed assay cards, fully preserving coin grades and numismatic premiums.
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Complete 3-Wand Attachment Ecosystem: Supplied standard with three dedicated external sensor wands (Small, Large, and Bullion Wands), allowing operators to test fractional 1/10 oz gold coins, sovereign rounds, standard 1 oz eagles, and heavy 100 oz silver bars with optimal sensor geometry.
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Intelligent Sensor Indicator Feedback (SM1601 Architecture): The latest hardware release activates the sensor LED indicator exclusively when an active sensor is in use, eliminating false readings when no sample is mounted.
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100% Chemical-Free & Clean Operation: Protects coin finishes and shop air quality by replacing destructive nitric acid testing and expensive, radiation-emitting analytical methods.
Commercial Procurement & B2B Distribution
Equipping retail coin shops, bullion trade desks, pawn operations, or vault logistics facilities? We provide authentic Sigma Metalytics Precious Metal Verifier kits with volume-tiered commercial pricing, complete three-wand bundles, and dedicated inventory fulfillment. Click Get a Quote to connect with our instrumentation sales team for institutional supply contracts and delivery schedules.
