Laser Level - the types of equipment and advice on choosing

Laser equipment allows you to mark up the line and the plane perfectly straight

How to choose a laser level for construction and repair? I thought about it before. And now, having gained experience in this matter, ready to tell you how to choose the best option equipment. And as a bonus will be offered to the best models of each type of instrument.

Laser level is not only used for marking of building structures, but also helps to expose the socket at the same level throughout the room

Highlights and the main types of

Main advantages of laser levels are:

• Simplicity. In order to measure their own hands, it is not necessary to have a construction education and experience. Since the work will cope anyone, instructions for use is very simple and takes only a single page. After reading it, you can immediately start the measurement;

Ease of use - the main advantage of laser equipment

• Accuracy. The measurement error in quality equipment does not exceed 0.5 mm per 10 meters. More accurate measurements may not be possible in a domestic environment;

Using a laser level, you can set the perfect frames and display flat plane

• visibility good. If we compare construction levellers and laser levels, the first option requires an assistant and markings on the markers. Second Embodiment immediately projects the lines or dots, clearly visible both indoors and outdoors. You can start work without marking out the surface and working on equipment labels. In addition, you do not need an assistant, which is also important;

Lines can be seen very well, so work on this markup easily

• High speed measurement. To prepare the instrument for use, leave a few minutes. Most often, the preparation is to unpack and set up the level in the desired location. If the plane is rough, you have to spend an additional system initial position adjustment;
• Stability. Most modern appliances have automatic compensation system that maintains the desired position of the device with small shifts and vibrations. If the position is disturbed too much, the equipment beeps.

Usually at the top of the vial has invoiced to its original position, then the appliance maintains desired horizontal and vertical

All instruments, regardless of their destination can be divided into 3 groups:

• Static builders lines, Otherwise they are called krosslaynery multiprizmennye or builders;
• Static builders axesThey are called dot lasers and pointers;
• rotary builders, Referred to as lasers or mnogoprizmennymi Builder.

We analyze in detail each of the options.

Builder lines

The most common option is ideal when performing finishing work inside and outside, and to mark the position of elements on the same level. The main features of these devices are:

Illustration	Description
	Built static line. Most often, the appliance discourages horizontal and vertical lines that intersect in the middle. Lines are obtained by dispersing the beam through prisms. Most often, the level gives you two lines, but there are simplified versions with only one line. The most advanced modification of projected number of vertical and several horizontal lines.
	A small range of equipment. Due to the splitting beam distance at which visible line does not exceed 20 meters. Therefore, these devices are better suited for indoor use. range of indicators depend on the power of the LED, but the options are working on long distance, refer to a professional and cost several times more than standard equipment.
	The signal can be enhanced by the receiver. If you have large rooms or to work on the street, special amplifiers are used to increase the distance. C receiver of the laser signal level becomes possible to use the distance 50, or even 100 meters. They should be placed at the correct plane and put on labels. Even if complete with the level of the amplifier is not, it should be able to use it. Then, if necessary, you will be able to purchase this item and work at great distances.
	Of great importance is the sweep angle. This figure indicates the range in which the line will be marked: A standard equipment sweep angle is 120 degrees; In the more advanced - 160. The greater the angle, the greater the projected additional intersections of lines, and the easier and more convenient to work with.
	The equipment must always be self-leveling system. Without it, the accuracy of the readings will greatly suffer. self-leveling system may be electronic or pendulum. Installation is necessary to expose the bubble plane or another indicator, and then the device will maintain the desired position, and to compensate for minor shifts. The compensation range is typically 3 degrees, in some models, this figure may be slightly larger.
	The equipment is powered by batteries. The most commonly used standard elements AA batteries, which can be from 2 to 4 pieces. The instructions are usually given hours on one set of power, do not forget to stock spare components when needed.

For repair and finishing works in the house or apartment, I recommend this option. It is easy to operate and accurate, usually has a small footprint, making it easier to store and transport.

Builder lines is indispensable for the installation of any of vertical and horizontal structures

Builder axes

Osepostroitel different from the builder line that he projects onto the surface is only a point. Its main features are as follows:

Illustration	Description
	The device projects a point. The design of the lenses is not in the right places are marked with a point laser beams. This solution provides very good visibility of labels, so it is often used when performing outdoor work.
	Device projects to five points. They can be sent to up, down, left, right and forward. Some models have the three points, but it is better to choose the five-point options. Label can schedule status of partitions and other structures.
	The level is self-leveling system. It is the same as in the embodiment described above, therefore, it makes no sense to disassemble. The system can be put on the floor, on a tripod, and can be attached to any design using the bracket, the main thing - to put a laser level correctly.
	Level is perfect for precise spotlaser. For example, when determining the position of the lamp in the ceiling. Any job where you need to determine the exact layout is best done just such a device.

Builder planes

The most advanced version, which is most often used by professionals. Builder laser planes has the following features:

Illustration	Description
	The system works by rotating laser. The design should emitter which rotates the plane and projects. This is ideal when installing floor heating systems or ceiling.
	Wide range of operation. Line lasers operate on 50-70 meters. And if you need a big range, the range of the amplifier by means of alarm may be increased to as much as 400 meters.
	The rotary laser level builds from 1 to 3 planes. If simple home version may only give a horizontal plane, the more advanced models give even one or even two of the vertical projection. The choice of a particular option depends on your needs, the more features, the higher the price of the model. Often choose options that allow vertical and horizontal plane, that is enough for most jobs.
	You can adjust the beam speed. This allows you to set the visibility of the line depending on the performance of the jobsite. Speed ​​ranges from 10 to 600 rpm. Adjustment is convenient not only for those that can improve the appearance of lines, but also the fact that it helps to save energy and equipment for longer runs.
	The kit may include additional elements: The battery and charger thereto; Signal amplifier; Remote control - with it you will be able to carry out settings while away from the equipment.

Tips for choosing a particular model

Determine with the desired goal insufficient. It is important to choose high-quality and reliable equipment. To do this correctly, it is necessary to take into account several aspects:

• measurement error. In the good-quality equipment does not exceed 0.3 mm per 10 meters. The cheap Chinese embodiments, this figure can be and 3 and 10 mm by 10 meters. Not worth saving, it is better to pay more, but do not worry about the accuracy of measurements;
• The range of work. The normal value for builders lines 20 meters, for builders axes - 40-50 meters, and for the builders of planes 50-70 meters. There are visible and scanned, the first visible to the naked eye, the second receives a signal amplifier;

Range of line lasers can be reflected in the radius or diameter, be sure to check this nuance.

Range of work defines the scope of the use of laser level

• ability to align. Be sure to purchase self-leveling laser level, to work with him much easier. Minimum leveling range should be not less than 3 degrees, but it is better to choose options 5-6 degrees. Also, check the time self-regulation, the smaller it is - the better;
• Supply system. The static versions penlight batteries are used more often. Period work on one set should not be less than 10 hours. In embodiments, dynamic because of the large energy put batteries that provide work for 25-40 hours;
• body protection. Special labeling will tell you how much level is protected from dust and moisture, the minimum rate IP54. Such devices are not afraid of no dust, no rain. It is better if the body is rubberized to prevent damage by the drop of the equipment;

Rubberized housing avoids damage to the equipment when dropped from low altitude

• Equipment. The kit may include: carrying bag and store glasses to see the laser beam, a set of plane targets, remote control, a tripod, a battery and a charger, a signal receiver, holders for mounting on walls or ceiling. The more elements are included, the higher the cost.

The richer the equipment, the more convenient to use the equipment

Now we understand, a laser level to choose in a particular product segment. I will list only proven options that best proven to work:

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	Bosch BPL 5 c. Spot laser with high precision. The claimed range of work - 30 meters, but in fact this figure a half times more. lightweight and compact equipment that can be mounted on a tripod. It is this version of 18 000 rubles.
	Geo-Fennel Duo-Pointer. Simple option, projecting three points - the top, bottom and front. Great when partitioning walls, characterized by simplicity and functionality. In addition, its price is much lower than that of the above model - only 7000 rubles.
	CONDTROL XLiner Combo Set. Excellent builder planes, in addition to horizontal and vertical line projecting five points for best accuracy. The photo shows how rich equipment this model. the rotation angle of 160 degrees and an excellent dust and moisture protection makes this version of the best in the segment. Price per package is 17 000 rubles.
	Laser Level Pro3. Very easy to use option that allows you to build a vertical and horizontal plane. The main advantage of this solution - low price - only 1000 rubles, it is quite enough for domestic use functions.
	"Ermak" 659-023. Rotary version, which is characterized by low cost and at the same time has good accuracy and continuously scans the plane, letting all the changes. Comes with a tripod, the unit is suitable for indoor and outdoor use. unit price is only 3,000 rubles.

Output

I am sure that now you will choose quality and reliable laser level for any application with ease. Videos in this article will help you understand the topic better, and if you have any questions - ask in the comments.