Lumber Wizard® 5 Laser Line Woodworking Metal Detector

For more than 26 years, the Lumber Wizard® has helped woodworkers protect their tools, projects, and themselves from hidden metal lurking inside lumber.

The Lumber Wizard 5 Laser Line is the latest generation of our trusted handheld scanning system. Designed specifically for woodworking, it quickly locates hidden nails, screws, staples, wire, bolts, and other metal objects before they can damage expensive saw blades, planer knives, jointers, router bits, or sanding equipment.

When metal is detected, the Lumber Wizard 5 immediately alerts you with an audible signal while projecting a bright laser line that pinpoints the location, making it fast and easy to remove the object before making your cut.

Why Woodworkers Choose the Lumber Wizard 5

Laser-Guided Accuracy

A bright laser line shows exactly where hidden metal has been detected, making removal quicker and more precise.

Built for Woodworkers

Designed specifically for inspecting dimensional lumber, reclaimed wood, barn wood, live-edge slabs, pallets, flooring, beams, and woodworking projects.

Fast One-Handed Operation

Simply switch it on and begin scanning. Automatic tuning makes operation quick and easy with virtually no setup required.

Protect Your Investment

Finding hidden metal before cutting helps prevent costly blade damage, machine downtime, ruined projects, and potential injuries.

Wide Scanning Coverage

A generous 6-inch scanning width allows large boards to be inspected quickly and efficiently.

Rugged Construction

The durable molded housing is designed for everyday shop use and performs consistently regardless of normal wood moisture levels.

Specifications

• Laser-guided metal detection

• Audible detection alert

• Automatic tuning

• 6-inch scanning width

• One-handed operation

• Durable impact-resistant housing

• Uses one standard 9-volt alkaline battery

• Dimensions: 15" L × 3-1/8" W × 1-1/8" H

• Weight: 13 oz.

• One-year limited warranty

Battery Performance

For the strongest detection and most consistent operation, always install a fresh, high-quality alkaline 9-volt battery. As batteries become weak, all electronic metal detectors may experience reduced sensitivity or inconsistent operation. Replacing the battery before it is fully depleted helps ensure reliable performance every time you scan.

Trusted Since 1999

Introduced in 1999, the Lumber Wizard has become one of the woodworking industry's best-known handheld lumber scanners. Thousands of professional woodworkers, cabinet shops, furniture makers, sawmills, hobbyists, and reclaimed wood enthusiasts rely on it to locate hidden metal before cutting.

Scan Twice. Cut Once.
Protect your blades. Protect your project. Work with confidence.