DCD Design Detectable Duct Rod (Ruf Rod) – 5/16″ Diameter, 200 ft (Series 53700) The DCD Ruf Rod – Series 53700 is a professional-grade detectable rodding system designed for installing, tracing, and locating non-metallic ducts, conduits, and underground pathways . This 200 ft configuration with a 5/16″ diameter rod provides an ideal balance of stiffness and flexibility for short- to mid-range installation and locating applications. Detectable Design for Accurate Locating The Ruf Rod features an integrated copper trace wire , allowing the installed pathway to be detected from the surface using a compatible pipe and cable locator. This enables accurate route tracing and depth verification while reducing unnecessary excavation. Optimized Push Performance The 5/16″ diameter offers improved push strength over smaller rods while maintaining the flexibility needed to navigate bends, sweeps, and offsets commonly found in conduit systems. Key Features Detectable duct rod with integrated copper trace wire 5/16″ diameter for controlled push performance 200 ft length for short- to mid-distance installations Flexible enough to navigate bends while maintaining stiffness Durable, job-ready construction Ideal For Telecommunications contractors, utility crews, and municipal teams performing shorter duct installations and tracing work where detectability is required.