Choosing a Rotary Laser Levels for Both Indoor & Outdoor Use
This article will help you select a rotary laser level for both outdoor and indoor use. Rotary lasers levels project a beam of light 360° allowing the user to establish a horizontal or vertical plane.
Models Recommended for Outdoor and Indoor Use
40-6522 Electronic Self-Leveling Rotary Laser Level with Integral Vertical Mount (#1 feature: self-leveling horizontal and vertical)
40-6532 and 40-6527 Electronic Self-Leveling Rotary Laser Level (#1 feature 40-6532: remote control and detector are included in the kit: #1 feature 40-6527: self-leveling with a 2,000' range)
40-6515 and 40-6516 Self-Leveling Rotary Laser Level (#1 feature 40-6515: self-leveling; #1 feature 40-6516: includes a detector)
40-6502 and 40-6512 Manual-Leveling Rotary Laser Level (#1 feature 40-6502: Very easy to setup: #1 feature 40-6512: comes with a complete kit)
40-0918 Manual-Leveling Rotary Laser Level (#1 feature: excellent value kit)
Key Features
- Variable speed
- Scan/Chalk line feature (not on the 40-6515 & 40-6516)
- Horizontal and vertical capability
- Out of level alarms (not on the 40-6512, 40-6502 & 40-0918)
Common End User Applications
1. Construction Contractors
- Leveling
- Checking cut and fill
- Setting foundations & footings
- Concrete pours
- Septic tanks and basement excavations
- Acoustical ceiling & drywall
2. Builders
- Align & plumb walls
- Metal stud and wood framers
3. Deck Builders
- Leveling deck floors
- Establish diagonals & footings for decks/patios
4. Farmers
- Contour farming, drainage
5. Landscapers
- Terracing & retaining walls
Accessories
| Accessories | Model# |
| Tripod/Grade Rod | 40-6305 |
| Laser Detector | 40-6715 |
| Universal Detector | 40-6790 |
| Machine Detector | 40-6791C/M |
| 16' Grade Rod | 40-6320 |
| 13' Grade Rod | 40-6310 |
| 8' Grade Rod | 40-6862 |
| Heavy Duty Elevating Tripod | 40-6330 |
| Heavy Duty Tripod | 40-6340 |
| Contractor Tripod | 40-6335 |
| Ceiling Mount | 40-6304 |
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