RIDGID, manufacturer of professional tools for installation and maintenance of piping systems, has introduced new laser levels micro CL-100 and micro DL-500. self-levelling levels allow you to set horizontal and vertical levels more accurately without having to make any adjustments and avoid costly mistakes before construction and renovation work begins.
“If the corners are crooked and the walls look like the waves of the Black Sea, you can’t expect beautiful, high-quality workmanship. A level wall is the foundation of everything. No matter how they will be finished: wallpapering, tiling or covering with decorative panels. An apartment house with uneven walls.
The construction company will have to fix it. To renovate a room with an area of 7-10 sq.m., we needed to use a laser self-leveler.approx. 150 kg of dry mix may be needed, depending on the thickness of the leveling layer. Plus – scaffolding, construction mesh, primer… In short, the cost of the house is enormous. Using laser self-levelling levels would avoid these problems,” says Anton Miliushkin, a sales engineer at RIDGID.
laser level with crossing micro CL-100 is easy to operate: the device is actuated by one turn of the switch, and for productive work only the initial setting is needed. Integrated 360° rotating platform ensures comfortable and precise work because it enables the self-levelling feature.
Laser automatically corrects errors even at a 6° angle. The device runs on 3 “finger” batteries. Built-in locking mechanism prevents the laser from turning on in the locked position – additional insurance against accidentally draining the batteries.
Another new addition, the compact micro DL-500 level, can project five clear, 90° laser dots at a time. Makes it easy to transfer design marks and align various structural elements. When the level is turned off, the pendulum mechanism locks and secures the instrument during transport. Laser beam accuracy is the same at short and long distances.
If the self-levelling amplitude is exceeded, the micro CL-100 provides a visual indication and the micro DL-500 provides an acoustic signal in addition to the visual one. The new levels weigh just 0.54 and 0.50 kg respectively. Both lasers have a beam range of 30 m indoors and are visible in all lighting conditions. Laser levels are made of plastic, which adds extra durability, prevents dust from getting into the mechanism and is easy to clean if necessary.
Technical parameters
laser level micro CL-100
Manufactured by RIDGID USA .
Weight……………………………………………. 0.54 kg
Accuracy…………………………………… 2 mm/10 m
Distance to the beam indoors………30 meters
Self-leveling amplitude…….± 6°
Laser beams………………………….. 2 – horizontal and vertical
Alignment exceeding amplitude warning…… Visual
Protection class………………………… IP54
Laser Classification………………. Class 2,630-670nm
Locking mechanism………………. Prevents damage
Elevator screw thread………….. 5/8″
Power supply………………………… 3 AAA batteries included
Laser level micro DL-500
Manufacturer – RIDGID USA .
Weight……………………………………………. 0.50 kg
Accuracy…………………………………… 2 mm/10 m
Indoor beam range…….. 30 meters
Amplitude of self-levelling…….± 4,5°
Laser points…………………………. 2 vertical and 3 horizontal
Indication of exceeding the self-alignment amplitude…… Visual and acoustic
Protection class………………………… IP55
Laser classification……………….. Class 2,630-670nm
Locking mechanism…………………..Prevents damages
Elevator Screw Thread………….. ¼ ” i 5/8“
Power………………………… 2 AA batteries included
What are the key features and benefits of the RIDGID micro CL-100 and micro DL-500 spirit levels? How do they compare to other spirit levels on the market? Can you provide more information on their laser functionality and how it enhances their accuracy and usability? Additionally, are there any notable differences between the CL-100 and DL-500 models that potential buyers should be aware of?
Are RIDGID micro CL-100 and micro DL-500 spirit levels truly considered as “laser weapons” from the USA? I’ve come across these products and wonder what sets them apart from regular spirit levels. Do they have additional features or functions? Can anyone share their experience or provide more information about these tools? Thanks!