Steve's Minelab Equinox 600/800 Complete Carbon-Fiber Shaft System – Upper & Lower Rod

Lighter Weight. Less Shaft Wobble. Better Adjustability. A Premium Upgrade for Your Equinox!

Give your Minelab Equinox 600 or 800 a serious upgrade with Steve's Detector Rods Complete Carbon-Fiber Shaft System.

This premium replacement includes a one-piece carbon-fiber upper shaft and matching 26-inch carbon-fiber lower rod, replacing all three sections of your original Minelab shaft.

Designed for metal detectorists who demand quality equipment, Steve's complete shaft system delivers a lighter, more stable design with a heavy-duty cam lock that makes adjusting your detector easier than ever.

Whether you're searching old homesteads, hunting for silver coins, exploring relic sites, or spending hours on the beach, this carbon-fiber shaft is built to enhance your detecting experience.

IMPORTANT: This is the standard complete upper and lower shaft assembly. It does not include a counterweight or counterweight-ready threaded attachment. Your original detector control box, handle, arm cuff, and search coil are reused.

Key Features & Benefits

• Complete Carbon-Fiber Shaft Replacement: Includes the upper shaft and lower rod to replace the original three-piece Equinox shaft.

• Approximately 22% Lighter: Reduces factory shaft weight by approximately 2.2 ounces, according to Steve's Detector Rods.

• Premium 3K Carbon Fiber: Strong, lightweight tubing with a beautiful glossy twill-weave finish.

• One-Piece Upper Shaft: Eliminates the original upper-to-middle shaft connection for improved stability.

• Heavy-Duty Cam Lock: Securely clamps the lower rod to help eliminate unwanted shaft wobble and rotation.

• Precise Length Adjustment: Adjust the lower rod anywhere within its usable range without relying on fixed spring-button holes.

• 26-Inch Lower Rod Included: Complete matching carbon-fiber lower rod for your Equinox 600/800.

• Factory-Positioned Mounting Holes: Four arm-cuff adjustment holes and one control-box handle mounting hole.

• Multiple Color Options: Customize your Equinox with your favorite carbon-fiber finish.

• Two-Year Manufacturer Warranty: Backed by Steve's Detector Rods against manufacturing and material defects.

Why Upgrade Your Equinox to Carbon Fiber?

1. Reduce Weight Without Sacrificing Stability

Steve's complete carbon-fiber shaft system is approximately 22% lighter than the original Equinox shaft assembly.

The reduced weight can make a difference during long days of swinging your detector, especially when searching large fields, beaches, or wooded relic sites.

2. Eliminate Unwanted Shaft Wobble

The factory Equinox uses separate upper, middle, and lower shaft sections.

Steve's design replaces the upper and middle sections with a single rigid carbon-fiber tube, eliminating one connection point.

The heavy-duty adjustable cam lock secures the lower rod, helping prevent unwanted movement and rotation during normal use.

3. Enjoy Easier Length Adjustments

Traditional spring-button shafts limit your adjustment positions to a series of predetermined holes.

Steve's clamping cam lock allows you to slide the lower rod to your preferred length within its adjustment range, then lock it securely.

This makes it easier to fine-tune your detector for your height and detecting style.

4. Upgrade Your Detector's Appearance

The glossy carbon-fiber twill weave gives your Equinox a premium custom look.

Choose from available colors to personalize your detector while enjoying the benefits of improved shaft construction.

Compatible Metal Detectors

Designed specifically for:

• Minelab Equinox 600

• Minelab Equinox 800

Not intended for the Equinox 700, Equinox 900, Manticore, or X-Terra series.

Product Specifications

What's Included?

• 1 × Steve's carbon-fiber upper shaft

• 1 × Steve's 26-inch carbon-fiber lower rod

• 1 × Installed heavy-duty adjustable cam lock

• 1 × Rear protective end cap

What's NOT Included?

• Metal detector control box and handle

• Arm cuff

• Search coil

• Counterweight or counterweight attachment

• Other metal detecting accessories

Installation

The shaft is designed to accept the original Equinox 600/800 control-box handle and arm cuff.

Remove the original handle and arm cuff from the factory shaft, transfer them to the corresponding mounting locations on Steve's upper shaft, and install the search coil on the new lower rod using the appropriate mounting hardware.

Follow the manufacturer's installation instructions and avoid overtightening fasteners.

Give Your Equinox the Upgrade It Deserves!

Your metal detector is one of the most important tools in your treasure-hunting setup. A quality shaft can make it more comfortable, stable, and enjoyable to use.

Steve's Complete Carbon-Fiber Shaft System combines lightweight construction, secure adjustments, and premium craftsmanship in one complete replacement assembly.

Less weight. Less wobble. More comfortable detecting.

Upgrade your Minelab Equinox 600 or 800 with Steve's Detector Rods from High Plains Prospectors!

Steve's "standard" complete shaft for the Minelab Equinox includes one standard-length (26") lower rod (with spring button, for compatibility with the Minelab stock shaft), along with our standard upper shaft. The upper shaft includes 4 cuff-adjustment holes, and one hole for the control-box handle (in the same positions as the stock Minelab shaft). The shaft also includes a heavy duty, adjustable, removable clamping cam lock, and a rubber end cap.

Specifications:

• Upper Shaft Length: 34 7/8 in.
• Upper Shaft Weight: 4.81 oz. (136 g)
• Lower Rod Length: 26 in. (custom lengths available upon request)
• Lower Rod Weight: 3.06 oz. (87g)
• Material: Carbon-fiber (3K, twill pattern, glossy finish)
• Cam Lock material: Injection-molded Plastic (nylon)
• End Cap material: Rubber