M-D Building Products 92296 SmartTool 47-1/4-Inch Digital Electronic Level
- Angle accuracy to 1/10 of a degree
- Mode button lets you see angles in 3 ways – degrees, percent slope, or pitch
- Audible tone allows for hands-free operation
- Runs off of a standard 9-volt battery
- Automatic shut-off after 5 minutes
Amazon.com Product Description
Welcome to the versatile world of SmartTool. Most levels only give you information at level (0 degrees) and plumb (90 degrees) using bubbles you have to work to center visually between two lines. You can do that with SmartTool, too, but the SmartTool also lets you measure digitally, electronically, and with an actual number, at every angle, all 360 degrees of a complete circle. So installing a deck, stair rail, extending a roof or determining how much an old floor has sagged is simpler, less time consuming, and more accurate.
SmartTool is simple to use. Just press the on/off button and SmartTool will show you the angle of any surface with decimal-point accuracy. The display even flips over with the level so SmartTool always reads right side up And it shuts off automatically after 6 minutes when it’s not being used, all this from a standard, 9-volt battery. And, SmartTool can take abuse other levels can’t, because its components… More >>
M-D Building Products 92296 SmartTool 47-1/4-Inch Digital Electronic Level
I am a general contractor and take pride in the precision that we perform layout and construction. Having purchased this SmartTool (48 inch) with Digital Module a year ago, I could not do without it. It works great as a standard level (has the standard glass bubbles that are very accurate.) It works better to measure slopes or record slopes (you can hold a slope without looking at it, take it off the slope and read the stored slope). The audible is very sensitive, at times frustrating, because it so accurate. It will not “beep” until you are at and holding 0.00 degrees. We have dropped it, left it the rain, submersed it in mud at footings . . . while the manufacturer does not recommend this. To restore it to it’s normal operation, the worst we had to do was replace the 9 volt battery and/or recalibrate the level (directions are simple and included).
Also consider adding to your toolbox (in addition, not instead of this tool) an INCLOMATIC 680 by Checkpoint Professional. This is a small 6 inch level that can is a must for your tool belt with a built in laser. The accessory kit allows you to split the laser beam, project perfect 90 degree angles or create a laser plane. It would not be a good substitute for the SmartTool with Module since it must be read up close and lacks the bubbles.
Works great as long as the temperature is above 40 degrees Ferenheit. Once it gets below that you’ll be forced to use the bubbles or you’ll spend your day fighting this thing to get a consistent reading. (now I know why they put the bubbles in).
Evidently those who rate this item high work in a mild climate. I don’t.
Lately the unit doesn’t even want to calibrate in the vertical direction so I can’t even use it above 40 degrees.
Unfortunately I’ll be sending it in for warrenty repair.
When it works, it’s nice. (Emphasis is on when it works.)
This is a fantastic tool and a treat to have in the shop. I’ve found that as a standard level it is very accurate – then when using in digital mode it is terrific. The display is very easy to read and shuts off automatically when you forget about that duty. Calibration is easy and straight forward. I originally purchased this for some rigging on an airplane but now it has found its way into my regular shop life. I’m now purchasing an additional Smarttool module to use in those hard to access areas. Treat yourself to this tool. TA
This tool has become the industry standard for ADA Consultants, Architects, and Building Contractors. As far as the ADA goes you can’t find a better tool for slope measurement! Thomas Schmokel – ADA Consultant
We have used the SmartTOOL Levels in our POOL TABLE Delivery and Service Business for over 7 Years. They sure make the work more precise instead of just close. Also as the Owner of the Company, it makes teaching and traning new Serice Techs. alot easier. The Employees LOVE using them. And Customers are always Impressed by the Tools and their accuracy. The Tools I am buying today are replacements. After YEARS of abuse WE were able to finally kill one. Plus buying additional ones because of growth. Couldn’t find in the local Hardware & Tool Suppliers so Purchasing from AMAZON was easier then going out of my area to buy.