OX Trade 4 Piece Level Set - 600, 1200 & 1800mm Trade Level and Trade 230mm Torpedo Level

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Compared with the Bosch Professional 1600A016BN, it’s an expensive measuring device. The quality is excellent, but if you’re on a budget it just might not be affordable. It’s a shame that there aren’t more vials on this spirit level. Compared with the Stabila spirit level, you can’t take easy vertical measurements. You’ll need more levels in your toolbox. Fitting easily in the palm of my hand, it’s a slimline level that doesn’t take up too much room. Measuring just under 150 mm, it’s ideal for getting into tight spots. There are a pair of small vials that give you horizontal and vertical readings, but that’s not the clever part of this device. Trend are probably best known for their routers, but they also make an impressive range of hand tools and accessories. The DAF/8 digital angle finder is an ingenious bit of kit that combines two essential woodworking tools in one.

8 Best Spirit Levels for Precision Measurements (2023 Review)

German tool heroes Bosch make some of the best DIY and professional spirit levels. Making up part of their “green” line of DIY measuring tools is the PLL 1P Laser Spirit Level. It’s a compact and handy aluminium spirit level that would be an improvement to any tool kit.The torpedo shape looks good and saves space, but it’s not ideal for every situation. Having a parallel surface like the Stabila spirit level is a lot easier to read upside down.

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The aluminium edges can be quite sharp to the touch. I’d prefer it if they were better finished for a smooth feel in the hand.

What Is The UK’s Best Spirit Level?

The spirit level is shipped with spare batteries for the laser. That’s a great thing to see from Semlos, and you shouldn’t be caught short on a job!

OX Tools OX-P028603 600/1200/1800mm Pro Spirit Level Set 3pk

OX Tools are fast becoming a household name here in the UK. Compared with the Stabila 96-2-60 for build quality and accuracy, it’s not hard to see why. The bottom of the spirit level isn’t flat but has a “V” groove milled into it. This makes it perfect for holding against a curved object like a pipe. Trusted German engineering and an unbeatable quality control process makes Stabila the brand of choice for professionals. Constructed from strong die-cast aluminium, the torpedo shape is specially designed to take up only a small amount of space. The three vials are all easily visible, especially the central one that is held inside magnified glass. As several users have noted, this device would be greatly improved with a threaded hole in it. It could then be attached to a tripod because it’s otherwise not easy to position.I’m not sure why the vials are so small? It would be much easier to get the lasers level if they were larger and more accurate. It’s a great laser let down by tiny analogue components.

OX Trade Series Spirit Level Set 4 Pieces - Screwfix

Longer spirit levels usually have one horizontal vial and two vertical ones. The two horizontal vials help you to achieve a more accurate result over longer distances. Spirit levels often come with some additional features to make them useful in a range of scenarios. These include the following… Integrated Steel Ruler To enhance the levelling process, some levels also include a simple laser feature for projecting a red line onto a wall in front of you. This is particularly handy if you want to hang long items such as shelves or curtains poles. Usage It’s hard to find a measuring tool that fits in this number of gadgets for the price. Having a laser level on hand is useful, but when it’s paired with a measuring tape, it’s excellent!Some users have complained that the plastic windows can fog up on cold mornings. It’s probably better suited for indoor work. OX Tools OX-P028603 600/1200/1800mm Pro Spirit Level Set 3pk Ox Tools 3 Piece Pro Spirit Level Set includes 600mm Pro Spirit Level, 1200mm Pro Spirit Level, 1800mm Pro Spirit Level and Pro Level Bag. Already tried and tested in other areas of the world, UK tradesmen are now able to experience the OX Pro Series spirit level. Smaller spirit levels tend to be made from durable plastics which make them lightweight and robust.