The 6" x 30" Transformer Sluice: The Compact Foundation for Gold Recovery
Start your gold prospecting adventures with the ultimate packable foundation. The new 6" x 30" sluice body is the agile heart of the revolutionary Transformer System. Engineered for the modern prospector who demands extreme portability without sacrificing the legendary recovery rates of Dream Mat technology.
One Sluice Box, Endless Possibilities
Why buy separate pieces of gear for every trip? The 6" x 30" sluice box isn't just a standalone tool; it is the starting point for your perfect, lightweight gold recovery machine.
Built from tough, lightweight aluminum and powered by the advanced 6" x 22.5" Dream Mat, this system is designed to go where other sluices can't. Whether you are hiking into remote canyons or running a cleanup in your garage, this modular system grows with your needs.
Choose Your Perfect Transformer Kit
Select from three professionally configured kits, all built on the same high-performance 6" x 30" Transformer Sluice foundation.
1. The "Fold Sluice" Kit (Ultimate Scout Setup)
Designed for the prospector on the move, this kit is the ultimate backpacking and scouting setup. It combines the compact 30" high-efficiency sluice with a folding extension for maximum recovery in a package that fits easily into a backpack.
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6" x 30" Transformer Sluice: The core 30-inch sluice body, featuring the 6" x 22.5" Dream Mat for superior fine gold recovery.
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Sluice Box Flared Header: A 12" wide detachable flare that easily attaches to capture more water, ensuring proper flow even in slow-moving streams.
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6" Folding Sluice Bottom: A 16" folding extension with an integrated Mini Dredge Mat. This adds a secondary recovery stage for black sands and folds up compactly for transport.
2. The "Clean Up Kit" (Power Recirculator)
Turn your concentrates into clean gold with this all-in-one cleanup machine. The compact 30" length makes this the ideal recirculating unit for use in tubs at home, in camp, or in your garage.
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6" x 30" Transformer Sluice: The core body featuring the Dream Mat, renowned for reducing concentrates and capturing the finest gold.
-
6" Header Box Kit: Converts the sluice to a power system. Includes the header, a 2000 GPH pump, 5ft hose, and a variable flow valve.
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18" Leg Kit: A robust set of aluminum legs and stainless steel brackets that provide a stable, free-standing frame set at the perfect 8-degree angle.
-
6" Folding Sluice Bottom: Adds a 16" extension with a Mini Dredge Mat to ensure no fine gold escapes your cleanup run.
3. The "Highbanker Kit" (Compact Production System)
This is the complete gold mining machine for the solo prospector. This kit turns your 30" sluice into a highly portable highbanker, allowing you to process unclassified bank-run material efficiently in remote locations.
-
6" x 30" Transformer Sluice: The core 30-inch sluice body providing the primary stage of recovery.
-
6" Highbanker Hopper: A heavy-duty 16-gauge hopper with a 5/16" classifier screen, miner's moss, and a wrap-around spray bar to wash material effectively.
-
Pump & Hose Kit: The complete 2000 GPH pump, hose, and flow valve needed to power the highbanker's spray bar system.
-
18" Leg Kit: The essential frame to hold your highbanker at the optimal angle for running material in the field.
-
6" Folding Sluice Bottom: A 16" extension with a Mini Dredge Mat, providing a crucial capture stage to maximize recovery.
Core System Features (Included in Every Kit)
All three kits are built on the same 6" x 30" sluice body, which includes these core features:
Powered by Dream Mat Technology
Join fans around the globe and experience recovery that only the pros could achieve. The 6" x 22.5" Dream Mat is engineered to handle heavy loads and higher flow rates while maintaining a super-fast vortex for processing material.
-
Efficient Gold Recovery: The advanced profile design ensures the finest gold recovery, capturing more gold and significantly reducing the amount of concentrates you need to process.
-
Forgiving Design: Incredibly forgiving on pitch and flow, allowing you to run your equipment hard without sacrificing fine gold.
-
Instant Clean Outs: Easily cleans out into a pan or 5-gallon bucket in seconds, making your gold prospecting trips less work and more fun.
Additional Core Features:
-
Model: 6" x 30" Transformer Sluice Body.
-
Durable Construction: Made from rigid, lightweight .05" thick aluminum to withstand the rigors of gold mining and river use.
-
Fully Modular: This is the core component of the Transformer System. You can add or change components (hoppers, legs, extensions) at any time to change its function.
Stop collecting gear and start collecting more gold. The 6" x 30" Transformer Sluice System is the last gold prospecting system you'll ever need to buy.
| Shipping |

Our goal is to keep the ordering process as simple as possible.
We offer free shipping on orders over $250.
Shipping times vary from 1 to 4 days on average.
Order Confirmation:
- You will receive an order confirmation email immediately after placing your order. This means we have authorized your credit card and are preparing your order for shipment.
- As soon as we receive your order, we contact our warehouse to confirm it is in stock and available for immediate shipment.
- If your item is on backorder or unavailable, we will contact you via email.
- If your item is available for immediate shipment, we will process the charges and submit the order for shipment.
Order Shipment:
- If your order is in stock and your credit card is approved, your order will ship within 1–2 business days.
- Tracking information will be sent within 24 hours to the email provided at checkout.
- All orders require a signature upon delivery.
- We ship daily via UPS Ground, FedEx Ground, and Freight to the lower 48 states.
- Most orders placed before 1 PM MST ship the same day (some exceptions apply).
- Shipping is included for ground orders to the lower 48 states. AK & HI ship at an additional cost.
- A phone number is required for freight deliveries to schedule an appointment.
- Failure to provide a phone number may delay delivery and may result in storage fees.
- We do not offer Cash on Delivery.
Inspecting Damages:
- Please inspect packaging when your items arrive.
- If your item arrives damaged, email photos to support@modernmetaldetectors.com and we will process an insurance claim on your behalf.
Cancellations & Refunds:
- Orders canceled after payment are subject to a non-refundable card processing fee of 2.6% to cover payment processor costs.
- If your item is on backorder and you cancel before shipment, the 2.6% processing fee applies.
- If your order has shipped, you are responsible for return shipping and a 15% restocking fee applies.
- Refunds are issued to the original payment method.
Backorders:
- If a product is out of stock, we will notify you immediately with the expected arrival time and available substitutes.
- Arrival times may change due to shipping delays or manufacturing issues.
- You may choose to keep, substitute, or cancel your order if arrival times change.
- Once backorders arrive, they will ship and tracking will be emailed.
Shipping from Abroad & Import Duties – USA Customers:
Please Read Before Purchasing
Customers are responsible for any import taxes, customs fees, tariffs, or duties. You will be contacted before delivery once the item reaches the United States to arrange payment of applicable fees.
Shipping Origins by Brand:
- Vertex – Germany
- BR Systems – Turkey
Freight LTL Shipment
If you purchased a large or heavy item (such as a walk-through metal detector), your item will ship freight with lift-gate service.
- The freight dispatcher will call to schedule a delivery appointment.
- You must be present during the delivery window to sign.
- Delivery windows are typically 8 AM–12 PM or 12 PM–4 PM.
- Please ensure your phone number at checkout is correct.
- Do not screen calls until delivery is complete.
- Freight delivery includes one driver and curbside placement only.
- Keep all original packaging and pallets if returning the item.
Freight Damage Procedure:
- Inspect immediately with the driver present.
- Note any damage on the carrier paperwork.
- If unable to inspect immediately, write: "Carton damage, subject to inspection".
- Inspect contents within 48 hours and report damage to the carrier.
- If packaging damage is severe, refuse shipment and notify us immediately.
Carton packaging has excessive damage to the exposed product:
- Refuse shipment
- Sign the carrier paperwork: “Carton damaged and refused.”
- Notify Modern Metal Detectors immediately.
If you have any questions, please contact us at support@modernmetaldetectors.com
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Description
The 6" x 30" Transformer Sluice: The Compact Foundation for Gold Recovery
Start your gold prospecting adventures with the ultimate packable foundation. The new 6" x 30" sluice body is the agile heart of the revolutionary Transformer System. Engineered for the modern prospector who demands extreme portability without sacrificing the legendary recovery rates of Dream Mat technology.
One Sluice Box, Endless Possibilities
Why buy separate pieces of gear for every trip? The 6" x 30" sluice box isn't just a standalone tool; it is the starting point for your perfect, lightweight gold recovery machine.
Built from tough, lightweight aluminum and powered by the advanced 6" x 22.5" Dream Mat, this system is designed to go where other sluices can't. Whether you are hiking into remote canyons or running a cleanup in your garage, this modular system grows with your needs.
Choose Your Perfect Transformer Kit
Select from three professionally configured kits, all built on the same high-performance 6" x 30" Transformer Sluice foundation.
1. The "Fold Sluice" Kit (Ultimate Scout Setup)
Designed for the prospector on the move, this kit is the ultimate backpacking and scouting setup. It combines the compact 30" high-efficiency sluice with a folding extension for maximum recovery in a package that fits easily into a backpack.
-
6" x 30" Transformer Sluice: The core 30-inch sluice body, featuring the 6" x 22.5" Dream Mat for superior fine gold recovery.
-
Sluice Box Flared Header: A 12" wide detachable flare that easily attaches to capture more water, ensuring proper flow even in slow-moving streams.
-
6" Folding Sluice Bottom: A 16" folding extension with an integrated Mini Dredge Mat. This adds a secondary recovery stage for black sands and folds up compactly for transport.
2. The "Clean Up Kit" (Power Recirculator)
Turn your concentrates into clean gold with this all-in-one cleanup machine. The compact 30" length makes this the ideal recirculating unit for use in tubs at home, in camp, or in your garage.
-
6" x 30" Transformer Sluice: The core body featuring the Dream Mat, renowned for reducing concentrates and capturing the finest gold.
-
6" Header Box Kit: Converts the sluice to a power system. Includes the header, a 2000 GPH pump, 5ft hose, and a variable flow valve.
-
18" Leg Kit: A robust set of aluminum legs and stainless steel brackets that provide a stable, free-standing frame set at the perfect 8-degree angle.
-
6" Folding Sluice Bottom: Adds a 16" extension with a Mini Dredge Mat to ensure no fine gold escapes your cleanup run.
3. The "Highbanker Kit" (Compact Production System)
This is the complete gold mining machine for the solo prospector. This kit turns your 30" sluice into a highly portable highbanker, allowing you to process unclassified bank-run material efficiently in remote locations.
-
6" x 30" Transformer Sluice: The core 30-inch sluice body providing the primary stage of recovery.
-
6" Highbanker Hopper: A heavy-duty 16-gauge hopper with a 5/16" classifier screen, miner's moss, and a wrap-around spray bar to wash material effectively.
-
Pump & Hose Kit: The complete 2000 GPH pump, hose, and flow valve needed to power the highbanker's spray bar system.
-
18" Leg Kit: The essential frame to hold your highbanker at the optimal angle for running material in the field.
-
6" Folding Sluice Bottom: A 16" extension with a Mini Dredge Mat, providing a crucial capture stage to maximize recovery.
Core System Features (Included in Every Kit)
All three kits are built on the same 6" x 30" sluice body, which includes these core features:
Powered by Dream Mat Technology
Join fans around the globe and experience recovery that only the pros could achieve. The 6" x 22.5" Dream Mat is engineered to handle heavy loads and higher flow rates while maintaining a super-fast vortex for processing material.
-
Efficient Gold Recovery: The advanced profile design ensures the finest gold recovery, capturing more gold and significantly reducing the amount of concentrates you need to process.
-
Forgiving Design: Incredibly forgiving on pitch and flow, allowing you to run your equipment hard without sacrificing fine gold.
-
Instant Clean Outs: Easily cleans out into a pan or 5-gallon bucket in seconds, making your gold prospecting trips less work and more fun.
Additional Core Features:
-
Model: 6" x 30" Transformer Sluice Body.
-
Durable Construction: Made from rigid, lightweight .05" thick aluminum to withstand the rigors of gold mining and river use.
-
Fully Modular: This is the core component of the Transformer System. You can add or change components (hoppers, legs, extensions) at any time to change its function.
Stop collecting gear and start collecting more gold. The 6" x 30" Transformer Sluice System is the last gold prospecting system you'll ever need to buy.
Shipping
| Shipping |

Our goal is to keep the ordering process as simple as possible.
We offer free shipping on orders over $250.
Shipping times vary from 1 to 4 days on average.
Order Confirmation:
- You will receive an order confirmation email immediately after placing your order. This means we have authorized your credit card and are preparing your order for shipment.
- As soon as we receive your order, we contact our warehouse to confirm it is in stock and available for immediate shipment.
- If your item is on backorder or unavailable, we will contact you via email.
- If your item is available for immediate shipment, we will process the charges and submit the order for shipment.
Order Shipment:
- If your order is in stock and your credit card is approved, your order will ship within 1–2 business days.
- Tracking information will be sent within 24 hours to the email provided at checkout.
- All orders require a signature upon delivery.
- We ship daily via UPS Ground, FedEx Ground, and Freight to the lower 48 states.
- Most orders placed before 1 PM MST ship the same day (some exceptions apply).
- Shipping is included for ground orders to the lower 48 states. AK & HI ship at an additional cost.
- A phone number is required for freight deliveries to schedule an appointment.
- Failure to provide a phone number may delay delivery and may result in storage fees.
- We do not offer Cash on Delivery.
Inspecting Damages:
- Please inspect packaging when your items arrive.
- If your item arrives damaged, email photos to support@modernmetaldetectors.com and we will process an insurance claim on your behalf.
Cancellations & Refunds:
- Orders canceled after payment are subject to a non-refundable card processing fee of 2.6% to cover payment processor costs.
- If your item is on backorder and you cancel before shipment, the 2.6% processing fee applies.
- If your order has shipped, you are responsible for return shipping and a 15% restocking fee applies.
- Refunds are issued to the original payment method.
Backorders:
- If a product is out of stock, we will notify you immediately with the expected arrival time and available substitutes.
- Arrival times may change due to shipping delays or manufacturing issues.
- You may choose to keep, substitute, or cancel your order if arrival times change.
- Once backorders arrive, they will ship and tracking will be emailed.
Shipping from Abroad & Import Duties – USA Customers:
Please Read Before Purchasing
Customers are responsible for any import taxes, customs fees, tariffs, or duties. You will be contacted before delivery once the item reaches the United States to arrange payment of applicable fees.
Shipping Origins by Brand:
- Vertex – Germany
- BR Systems – Turkey
Freight LTL Shipment
If you purchased a large or heavy item (such as a walk-through metal detector), your item will ship freight with lift-gate service.
- The freight dispatcher will call to schedule a delivery appointment.
- You must be present during the delivery window to sign.
- Delivery windows are typically 8 AM–12 PM or 12 PM–4 PM.
- Please ensure your phone number at checkout is correct.
- Do not screen calls until delivery is complete.
- Freight delivery includes one driver and curbside placement only.
- Keep all original packaging and pallets if returning the item.
Freight Damage Procedure:
- Inspect immediately with the driver present.
- Note any damage on the carrier paperwork.
- If unable to inspect immediately, write: "Carton damage, subject to inspection".
- Inspect contents within 48 hours and report damage to the carrier.
- If packaging damage is severe, refuse shipment and notify us immediately.
Carton packaging has excessive damage to the exposed product:
- Refuse shipment
- Sign the carrier paperwork: “Carton damaged and refused.”
- Notify Modern Metal Detectors immediately.
If you have any questions, please contact us at support@modernmetaldetectors.com
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