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RIDGID SeeSnake
RIDGID SeeSnake Drain Inspection Cameras
Professional push-camera systems for inspecting drains, pipes and underground networks from small-diameter lines through to larger and longer inspection runs.
The RIDGID SeeSnake range combines rugged inspection reels, push cables, camera heads, locating sondes and compatible recording monitors. Different reel platforms provide varying levels of flexibility, push distance and pipe capacity so the system can be matched to the inspection application.
Compact Systems
SeeSnake Compact C40 & M40
Both Compact systems combine a 40 m inspection reel with a 25 mm camera. The key difference is the push cable: the C40 favours flexibility while the M40 provides additional stiffness for pushing through larger lines.
Flexible Compact System
SeeSnake Compact C40
Compact 40 m inspection reel with a relatively flexible 6.7 mm push cable, self-levelling 25 mm camera and TruSense technology.
Pipe diameter
38–152 mm
Push cable
40 m
Camera
25 mm
Push cable diameter
6.7 mm
Sonde
512 Hz
Best suited to
Compact drainage inspection where flexibility through
bends is a priority.
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Mid-Stiff Compact System
SeeSnake Compact M40
Compact-format system with a moderately stiff 9.1 mm push cable, designed to balance bend navigation with increased pushability in larger drain lines.
Pipe diameter
38–203 mm
Push cable
40 m
Camera
25 mm
Push cable diameter
9.1 mm
Sonde
512 Hz
Best suited to
Contractors wanting the Compact format with more
pushability for larger pipes.
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Professional Inspection Reels
Mini Pro, Mini & Standard
Move from flexible professional inspection platforms through to the stiffer Standard reels for longer runs and larger pipes.
Digital Self-Levelling
SeeSnake Mini Pro
New-generation professional SeeSnake reel using a 25 mm camera with digital self-levelling.
Best suited to
Professional inspection using RIDGID's newer
camera platform.
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61 m Inspection Reel
SeeSnake Mini
Established professional SeeSnake platform with 61 m of push cable for general lateral inspection.
Best suited to
General professional lateral inspection where
longer cable reach is required.
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Standard Reel
SeeSnake Standard 61 m
Stiffer professional push-cable platform for larger pipes and longer, straighter inspection runs.
Best suited to
Larger pipes where pushability is more important
than tight-bend capability.
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Long-Reach Standard Reel
SeeSnake Standard 99 m
Long-reach Standard SeeSnake configuration for larger pipework and extended inspection distances.
Best suited to
Longer inspection runs where maximum push-cable
reach is required.
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Interchangeable Drum Platform
SeeSnake rM200A & rM200B
The rM200 platform uses interchangeable D2 drums, allowing the frame to be configured with different push-cable characteristics for different inspection work.
D2A Drum
SeeSnake rM200A
The rM200A uses the D2A drum with a longer, moderately flexible push cable for applications requiring a balance between distance and bend navigation.
Pipe diameter
38–203 mm
Push cable
61 m
Camera
25 mm
Sonde
512 Hz
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D2B Drum
SeeSnake rM200B
The rM200B uses a shorter but stiffer push cable, favouring pushability in larger pipework.
Pipe diameter
51–203 mm
Push cable
50 m
Camera
25 mm
Sonde
512 Hz
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Small-Diameter Inspection
SeeSnake microREEL APX & microDRAIN APX
Compact inspection reels designed for smaller pipes and applications where a conventional full-size push-camera reel is too large or too stiff.
Compact Mid-Flex Reel
SeeSnake microREEL APX
Compact 30 m inspection reel using a 25 mm camera and mid-flex push cable for small drains and branch lines.
Pipe diameter
38–101 mm
Push cable
30 m
Camera
25 mm
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High-Flex Small-Diameter Reel
SeeSnake microDRAIN APX
Highly flexible 20 m inspection system with a 22 mm camera, designed for tighter bends and smaller diameter pipework.
Pipe diameter
32–75 mm
Push cable
20 m
Camera
22 mm
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Not sure whether a compact SeeSnake reel or another
small-diameter inspection platform is the better fit?
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Choosing an Inspection System
Which Inspection System Fits Your Work?
The right system depends less on the badge on the reel and more on the pipe diameter, inspection distance, bends and the type of camera view you actually need.
Tight, Small-Diameter Lines
Flexible Compact Inspection
Where small pipe diameter and tight bends are the main challenge, a highly flexible compact reel is usually the starting point.
Typical option
SeeSnake microDRAIN / microREEL
Existing RIDGID Equipment
Staying Within SeeSnake
If you already use RIDGID monitors, reels or locating equipment, staying within the SeeSnake ecosystem may simplify compatibility and operator familiarity.
Typical option
Explore SeeSnake systems
New Professional CCTV System
Modular Reel Platform
If you're starting from scratch, it can be worth comparing reel length, pushrod capability and compatible camera options rather than simply replacing like-for-like.
Compare options
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Longer Inspection Runs
More Than 60–90 m
Longer runs require greater attention to pushrod stiffness, reel capacity and the ability to maintain useful camera control at distance.
Compare options
Explore the Rausch mC80 →
Detailed Defect Inspection
Pan-and-Tilt Viewing
Where the operator needs to turn and tilt the camera to examine defects, laterals or connections more closely, an axial SeeSnake camera may not be the only option.
Compare options
Explore pan-and-tilt systems →
Not Sure Yet
Compare Before You Commit
If you're replacing an existing system or specifying a completely new one, comparing both approaches around the actual work can prevent buying more or less system than you need.
Still Deciding?
Compare the System Around the Work
If you're replacing an existing SeeSnake, staying with the same platform may make sense. If you're specifying a completely new CCTV system, it is worth comparing inspection distance, pushrod capability, camera options and the type of work you expect the system to handle before making the decision.
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When Your Inspection Requirements Grow
Need more reach, camera flexibility or pan-and-tilt viewing?
RIDGID SeeSnake systems are a strong option for portable drain inspection. For work that calls for longer push distances, interchangeable camera options or controlled pan-and-tilt viewing, it may also be worth exploring the Rausch professional inspection range.
- Longer inspection runs
- Modular camera options
- Pan & tilt inspection
- Professional push platforms
Frequently Asked Questions
RIDGID SeeSnake FAQs
Common questions about choosing a SeeSnake drain inspection system.
What is a RIDGID SeeSnake used for?
RIDGID SeeSnake systems are professional push-camera
inspection systems used to visually inspect drains,
pipes and underground lines.
What is the difference between the SeeSnake C40 and M40?
Both provide 40 m of push cable and use a 25 mm camera.
The C40 uses a thinner and more flexible push cable,
while the M40 uses a stiffer cable for increased
pushability in larger lines.
What is TruSense?
TruSense is RIDGID's camera and monitor communication
platform. Depending on the camera and compatible monitor,
it can provide additional imaging and in-pipe information.
Which SeeSnake has the longest push cable?
The SeeSnake Standard is available with up to 99 m
of push cable and is intended particularly for longer
runs and larger pipes.
Which SeeSnake is suitable for small drains?
The microDRAIN APX is intended for particularly small
and tight pipework, while the microREEL APX offers
greater inspection distance for slightly larger lines.
Can a SeeSnake camera be located underground?
SeeSnake systems can include transmitting sondes that
can be detected using suitable locating equipment.
Rausch UK also supplies
RIDGID utility locating equipment
for line and sonde location.
What if I am choosing a completely new CCTV system?
If you are replacing an existing SeeSnake system,
remaining within the same equipment platform may be useful.
If you are specifying a completely new CCTV system,
it is worth comparing pipe diameter, inspection distance,
pushrod capability and camera options across the
professional push-camera systems available from Rausch UK
before deciding.
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