The walk-through weapons detector trusted at airports, stadiums, and courthouses — the centerpiece of every FCX Security deployment.
The Garrett PD 6500i is widely regarded as the industry benchmark for walk-through weapons detection. Its digital signal processing and dense coil array deliver uniform sensitivity across the entire opening, so threats are located precisely whether they're at the ankle or the shoulder.
Because it's built for the highest-throughput environments in the world — international airports and major arenas — it keeps lines moving without sacrificing accuracy. That's exactly what a busy event gate demands.
| Detection zones | 33 pinpoint zones |
|---|---|
| Detection technology | Garrett exclusive digital signal processor (DSP); dual transmit/receive panels |
| Coil density | Approx. 4× the detection coils of competing walk-through units |
| Certifications | TSA (U.S.), ECAC (Europe), STAC (France), Aena (Spain) |
| Programs | 20+ standard security programs, adjustable sensitivity |
| Throughput | Rated for high-traffic areas; multiple units can operate in close proximity |
| Dimensions | 78" H × 26" W × 21" D (exterior) |
| Passage width | Standard 30" · ADA-compliant 32.5" option |
| Weight | Approx. 77 lbs (without casters) |
| Power | 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, ~45 W; optional battery backup |
| Indicators | Backlit LCD, LED bar graphs, independent side-panel zone lights |
| Weather resistance | IP65 configuration available for outdoor gates |
| Access control | Dual access codes for supervisor / operator settings |
33 zones tell operators exactly where an alarm originates, so secondary screening is faster and less intrusive for guests.
Engineered for the world's busiest checkpoints, it clears large crowds quickly — essential when doors open and everyone arrives at once.
Meets international aviation-security standards — the same certification bar as equipment at major airports.
Multiple units run side by side without cross-talk, so you can build a wide bank of lanes at a single entrance.
Backlit LCD and dual LED bar graphs give staff instant, at-a-glance readouts even in bright or low-light conditions.
Wider ADA-compliant passage and IP65 weather-resistant builds mean we can screen any guest, indoors or out.
Every unit ships on a rolling caster base, so a two-person crew can stage a full checkpoint in minutes and reposition lanes as crowds shift. Break-down is just as fast when the event wraps.
Prefer to own your equipment? As an authorized Garrett reseller, FCX Security also sells the PD 6500i and the full line of hand-held wands, accessories, and replacement parts — shipped anywhere in the country.
We handle sizing, delivery, calibration, and operation. Tell us about your event and we'll recommend the right number of units.
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