Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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In this video, Mark Donners takes you through the full build of a DIY pulse induction metal detector and explains the principles behind how it detects metal. He covers the electronics design, coil winding and shielding, and how an ESP32 is used to generate pulses, analyse the return signal, and provide audio and visual feedback. The project is designed to be adjustable and extensible, allowing you to tune detection behavior and explore how different parameters affect performance. Mark also shares practical insights from building and testing the detector, making the video useful for anyone interested in metal detection or hands-on electronics: bit.ly/49niZ05

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[02:23]-PCB Assembly
[04:47]-The Coils
[09:45]-Connecting the Coils
[11:05]-Vibecoding
[15:34]-The Demo

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