PLS Laser PLS-60521 PLS180 Laser Level Tool, Yellow

by Pacific Laser Systems

Product Description

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The PLS180 Tool from Pacific Laser Systems is a plumb, level, and square laser line tool designed to help you complete layout tasks quickly, efficiently, and error-free. Brighter, less bulky, and cheaper than most rotary lasers, the PLS180 presents a broad range of features for consistent, time- and money-saving performance, even on the toughest job sites.

This laser line tool is compact, durable, and easy-to-operate for reliability on the job. View larger.

The PLS180 simplifies a wide range of layout and quality control tasks. View larger.

Two bright, easy-to-see laser lines are ideal for plumb and level applications. View larger.

Includes a durable carry case. View larger.

Simplify Layout Tasks and Increase Productivity
Whether you're a carpenter, plumber, HVAC specialist, or general contractor, you know that layout tasks and quality-control are essential and time-consuming components of every construction project. The PLS180 lets you accomplish these jobs quickly, accurately, and without relying on complicated, time-consuming setup.

The PLS180 generates two crisp, visible laser lines for plumb and level applications, with an indoor visable working range of 100 feet. The PLS180 has the longest laser lines in the industry. The lines project at over 180 degrees. This means that the level line projects wall to wall wrapping a room, and the plumb line projects behind the tool allowing the laser line to wrap a plumb line completely around a room or door opening makes the PLS180 a truly versatile tool capable of helping with everything from acoustic ceiling or door and window installations to wallpaper, drywall, and tile jobs. And industry-leading brightness makes sure that these lines are easy to see. For interior work to 10 feet high, consider pairing this tool with the PLS-20513 telescoping tripod (not included).

For effective outdoor use to 200 feet, the PLS180 offers a pulse setting that works with a PLS-SLD detector to deliver reliable readings over longer distances and in bright light conditions (detector not included). The PLS180 is accurate within 1/8-inch over 30 feet.

PLS Benchmark Dampening Ensures Consistent, Reliable Layout Results
Like all PLS point and line laser alignment tools, the PLS180 is fully self-leveling, and it takes full advantage of the patented PLS pendulum design and magnetic dampening to deliver real, usable results. Dampening is the settling down effect on the laser beam, and thanks to this advanced technology, all PLS point and line lasers settle down instantly when moved to a new layout point.

Additionally, this system compensates for job site vibrations caused by compressors, generators, and other heavy equipment, preventing the laser point from "jumping" around and ensuring that your laser delivers accurate, usable information. This helps your team get jobs done right the first time to save you time and money.

Durable Construction and Accessories for Career-Long Savings
All PLS tools are designed and manufactured to meet strict quality control guidelines, and the PLS180's workmanship is backed by a one-year manufacturer warranty for dependability you can rely on. Plus, if your laser tool ever does need to be serviced, PLS offers fast, 48-hour factory turnaround on repairs or replacements to help ensure that your PLS laser line tool continues to provide accurate performance and improved productivity for the full duration of your career.

This laser line tool measures 2 x 2-7/8 x 3-3/8 inches and weights just 1.7 pounds, so it practically fits in the palm of your hand. It also comes with both a pouch and a hard-shell carrying case to help protect it from the rough realities of construction work. For your convenience, the PLS180 is powered by three standard "AA" batteries (included), and it can run over 30 hours between battery changes.

About Pacific Laser Systems
Built by contractors for contractors, PLS tools were developed out of necessity by professional carpenters with over 50 years of experience in commercial and residential interior and exterior layout, and they're recognized as some of the finest point-to-point and reference line layout tools in the world.

Ideal for installing ceiling, track, curtain walls, foundations, columns, skylights, doors, cabinetry, and much more, PLS tools combine portability with advanced, utilitarian designs for effective use in situations where traditional bubble vial levels or two-person plumb bob setups are too cumbersome or too limited to get the job done right.

What's in the Box
PLS180 laser line tool, magnetic wall bracket, pouch, operating manual, batteries, and carrying case.

Find the PLS Tool that Meets Your Needs
Model #		Uses	Accuracy	Indoor Visible Range (Feet)	Outdoor Visible Range (Feet)	Outdoor Range w/Detector (Feet)
	PLS90 Tool: PLS90, base, target, batteries & case System: Tool + Detector Kit:System + Tripod	Point & line laser for plumb points & square lines	±1/8" @ 100'	100	None	200
	PLS180 Tool: PLS180, pouch, bracket, batteries & case System: Tool + Detector	Line laser for plumb & level applications	±1/8" @ 30'	100	None	200
	PLS360 Tool: PLS360, bracket, batteries & case System: Tool + Detector Kit:System + Tripod & Rod	Line laser for leveling applications when you need a full-circle line	±1/8" @ 100'	100	None	500 (diameter)
	PLS5 Tool: PLS5, pouch, target, bracket, base & case System: Tool + Detector	Point laser for plumb, level & square applications	±1/8" @ 100'	200	60	250
	PLS3 Tool: PLS3, bracket, base & pouch	Point laser for plumb & level applications	±1/4" @ 100'	200	60	N/A
	HVR505R System: HVR505R, detector, batteries, charger, remote, bracket, ceiling card & case Kit: System + Tripod & Rod	Rotary laser for plumb, level & square applications	±1/8" @ 100'	100	None	1000 (diameter)
	HVR505G System: HVR505G, detector, NiCad batteries, charger, remote, bracket, ceiling card & case	Rotary laser for plumb, level & square applications	±1/8" @ 100'	300	30 slow rotate	1000 (diameter)
	HVR1000 System: HVR1000, detector, remote, bracket, ceiling card, batteries, charger & case Kit:System + Tripod & Rod	Rotary laser for plumb, level & square applications	±1/10" @ 100'	100	None	2000 (diameter)
	PLS24X Tool: PLS24X + case Kit:Tool + Tripod & Rod	Optical level for general construction layout	±1/8" @ 100'	Not a laser	Builder's level	200' Working Range

Product Description

Includes PLS180 Palm Line Laser - PLS-60521, Magnetic Wall Bracket, Pouch, Compact Carrying Case - PLS-60518, Operating Manual

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Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 2.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B000QSGRTY
• Item model number: PLS180 Tool
• Batteries: 2 AA batteries required. (included)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (38 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,189 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #10 in Home Improvement > Power & Hand Tools > Measuring & Layout Tools > Line Lasers

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

27 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars New Level, November 30, 2007

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Resistance is Futile! (Rochester, NY) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: PLS Laser PLS-60521 PLS180 Laser Level Tool, Yellow (Tools & Home Improvement)

I purchased this tool to install a series of cabinets and provide an easily reproducible plumb line in a kitchen which has no right angle walls and also curved walls. This tool made life much easier on this oddly shaped room and measurements and setup were a snap. I attached this tool to a vertical (adjustable) pole in the middle of the room and away I went, lines set and done in 10 min rather than 2 hours. I came back multiple times aligning in other configurations and they snaped back to the same points each time plus or minus a sixteenth of an inch. I am very happy with this tool and do not regret the price paid.

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Slick little product, March 14, 2009

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N. Anderson (Lititz, PA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: PLS Laser PLS-60521 PLS180 Laser Level Tool, Yellow (Tools & Home Improvement)

This is a great little laser that has seen more use than I even thought it would. I bought it for a hotel sign hanging project where measuring up the wall or fumbling with a jig just wasn't practical for scale of the project. So I clamped a piece of angle steel to my cart, and attached the included magnetic bracket, set my height and it didn't budge for the whole project.

I just this week used it to layout for a kitchen install. Set my wall and base height lines. It was also very handy for a tile backsplash in a kitchen recently.

I did consider a rotary type because I wasn't sure if this went greater than 180 degrees (a feature I needed for the sign job). It goes 3 degrees or so "backward". This is something that would have been nice to know but I took a chance and it paid off.

I only give it 4 stars because

1.for the price I thought it might come with a drywall mount or a grid clamp for drop ceilings (see Dewalt). Not a deal-breaker (I'll figure something out). It does have the magnetic bracket.

2. The case included ended up collecting dust in my shop. A nice idea but for me a waste of space and unnecessary. Lose the case and... (see above note)

Overall, I would choose this product again and, after much research, would recommend it over anything else out there.

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars new technology wins, April 2, 2008

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David G Richard (Somerville, MA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: PLS Laser PLS-60521 PLS180 Laser Level Tool, Yellow (Tools & Home Improvement)

i've been holding out from buying a laser level hoping for something like this. i've used the PLS5 and PLS3 and like them but the annoying thing was always moving the little point of a laser to where you need it. I use laser levels mostly to level ceilings and floors in my remodeling job. now this chore has gone from a two to a one person job as i don't have to have anyone manning the level to move the one point around.

love it!!