SECO 5910-01-ARD European-Style Prism Pole System - 0/-30 mm

Overview

The SECO 5910-01-ARD European-Style Compact and Portable Prism Pole System is a modular survey accessory designed for handheld prism work, topographic surveys, precision layout, and other close-range total station applications.

The system can be assembled in multiple configurations using red anodized aluminum sections with known 30 cm lengths. Its prism assembly supports both 0 mm and -30 mm offset positions and includes white sight cones for improved vertical-angle pointing.

A supplied adapter allows the prism assembly to mount on a standard prism pole with a male 5/8-11 thread, creating a specified prism height of 115 mm. An adjustable 40-minute vial and orange Cordura carrying case are also included.

Key Features

• Compact European-style prism pole system
• SECO part number: 5910-01-ARD
• Designed for handheld prism measurements
• Suitable for topographic surveying and precision layout
• Modular design supports multiple configurations
• Supports 0 mm and -30 mm prism offsets
• Includes adapter for male 5/8-11 prism poles
• Adapter configuration provides a 115 mm prism height
• Adjustable 40-minute vial
• White sight cones improve vertical-angle pointing
• Red anodized aluminum components
• Known section lengths of 30 cm
• Includes orange Cordura carrying case
• Compact and portable field design

Modular European-Style System

The SECO 5910-01-ARD can be assembled in different configurations to suit the measurement being performed.

Its modular construction makes it useful for both handheld measurements and short pole-mounted setups. Sections can be added or removed according to the required prism height and working environment.

Because every aluminum section has a known length of 30 cm, crews can calculate and confirm the configured prism height before entering it into the total station or field software.

0 mm and -30 mm Prism Offsets

The prism assembly provides two specified offset positions:

• 0 mm
• -30 mm

The correct prism offset must be selected in the total station or field software before collecting measurements.

Prism-constant conventions may vary between instrument manufacturers, so the proper setting should always be confirmed for the specific total station and prism configuration being used.

Handheld Prism Applications

The compact system is well suited for handheld prism measurements where a full-size prism pole may be impractical.

Typical handheld applications include:

• Building corners
• Wall and structural measurements
• Topographic detail points
• Utility features
• Close-range layout
• Confined areas
• Precise point positioning

The modular sections allow the system to be adapted as field conditions change.

Standard Prism Pole Adapter

An included adapter allows the prism assembly to be mounted on compatible standard prism poles equipped with a male 5/8-11 thread.

When installed in this configuration, the specified prism height is:

• 115 mm

The completed prism height should be verified before measuring, especially when combining the assembly with additional adapters or pole accessories.

Adjustable 40-Minute Vial

The system includes an adjustable 40-minute vial to assist with vertical positioning.

The vial provides a visible reference for keeping the prism assembly plumb over the measurement point. Its adjustable design allows it to be checked and recalibrated as part of routine equipment maintenance.

White Sight Cones

White sight cones provide a contrasting reference around the prism assembly.

These cones improve vertical-angle pointing by making the prism axis easier to identify from the total station position, particularly during precise layout and elevation measurements.

Red Anodized Aluminum Construction

All aluminum components feature a red anodized finish.

Anodized aluminum provides a combination of low weight, durability, and corrosion resistance while the red finish makes the system easier to identify among other field equipment.

Known 30 cm Section Lengths

Each anodized aluminum section has a specified length of 30 cm.

Known section dimensions help operators calculate the assembled height when configuring the system for handheld, short-pole, or extended measurement setups.

Included Cordura Carrying Case

An orange Cordura carrying case is included for transportation and storage.

The case helps keep the modular sections, prism assembly, adapter, and accessories organized while protecting them from dirt, abrasion, and jobsite wear.

Ideal Applications

• Handheld prism measurements
• Precision construction layout
• Topographic surveying
• Building and structural measurements
• Control-point work
• Utility surveying
• Boundary surveying
• Close-range total station measurements
• Confined-space surveying
• Engineering fieldwork

Technical Specifications

What’s Included

• 1 × SECO European-Style Compact and Portable Prism Pole System
• SECO p/n: 5910-01-ARD
• 1 × 5910-02-ARD
• 1 set × Red anodized aluminum sections, 30 cm each
• 1 × Adjustable 40-minute vial
• 1 × Adapter for male 5/8-11 prism poles
• 1 × Orange Cordura carrying case

Standard prism pole, total station, additional adapters, and other surveying accessories are sold separately.

Portable Prism System for Handheld and Precision Layout Work

The SECO 5910-01-ARD combines a modular European-style design, 0 mm and -30 mm prism offsets, known 30 cm section lengths, an adjustable vial, and standard pole compatibility. Its compact construction and included Cordura case make it a versatile system for handheld measurements, topographic surveys, and precision layout.