M-D Building Products 92296 SmartTool 47-1/4-Inch Digital Electronic Level

by M-D Building Products

Product Description

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 are made of high strength materials and you can reset it to factory accuracy with the touch of a button.

Many versatile options
If you can imagine times you'd like to have both a small digital torpedo level and a longer level, the SmartTool Module fills the need.  The SmartTool Module can be used as a stand alone level or it can be placed in the optional American I-beam level in lengths of 24 inches, 48 inches or 96 inches. M-D's top-quality red aluminum I-beam levels have been assured of excellence among construction professionals for more than three-quarters of a century. Easily attached or removed using only a screwdriver or coin, the versatility of this product can be appreciated in almost any application. The simple, SmartTool patented field calibration procedure can be performed using one button, any reasonably level surface, and just a couple of minutes. When used with the optional magnetic bracket, the SmartTool Module will stay on saw blades, metal pipes, buildings, machinery or anything made of iron or steel allowing hands free measurement.

Simple to use
SmartTool permits you to find level and plumb in two ways.  For quick references, use the sensitive bubble vials. For highly precise work, use the digital display on the Sensor Module.  It provides accuracy to 1/10 of a degree. But the real advantage of the SmartTool is that it also reads all the other angles bubble vials don't.  So when you are not dealing with level or plumb, SmartTool quickly tells what the angle is and what the angle needs to be.  And only SmartTool allows you to measure angles three different ways: degrees, percent slope, and pitch (rise over run).

Read in Degrees
Set saw blade angles to a fraction of degree accuracy with SmartTool.  Assure there is no gap when you join 2 cuts together with .1 degree accuracy. You can easily duplicate a stair angle for setting handrails and never again will you be measuring top and bottom to make sure stair treads and rails are parallel.

Percent Slope and Pitch
In the percent slope mode the SmartTool allows you to read angles to meet requirements for sewer connections, ADA ramps, and grading. And showing compliance is merely a matter of pointing to the display. SmartTool also gives you roof pitch readings -- in inches of rise per foot of run -- right on the display. No two-handed measurements, no conversion calculations, and no mistakes.

Listen and Level Audio Feature
Have tasks where you really can't see the SmartTool but need instant feedback?  Then turn on the audio beeper.  When turned on with a single button, SmartTool lets you hear when your task is at level or plumb.  This can be great when shimming projects, leveling buildings, pool tables or other projects where you need immediate feedback but are not in a position to see the display. This can leave your hands free to adjust, nail, or screw the project in place when you hear the beep telling you it is where you want it.

Hold
The hold button makes it easy to measure in areas where the digital display is not visible.  Take the measurement, push the hold button, and then bring the SmartTool in front of you to see your reading.

From the Manufacturer

SmartTool electronic level all ready to go in a 2 foot long aluminum frame. This level can measure all angles in a 360 degree range. Installing a deck, stair rail, extending a roof, or determining how much an old floor has sagged is simpler and less time consuming. The display even flips over with the level, and it shuts off automatically after 5 minutes when it is not being used, all this from a standard, 9-volt battery. Features include angle accuracy to 1/10 of a degree, a mode button that lets you see angles in three different ways (degrees, percent slope, or pitch), and Listen & Level(tm) ideal for poorly lit areas. The SmartTool allows hands-free operation as the audible tone alerts you when tool reaches level or plumb. Uses one 9-volt battery, not included.

Product Details

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• Product Dimensions: 48 x 2.4 x 1.2 inches ; 2.9 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 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.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B0000225AN
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: 92296
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,064 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #11 in Home Improvement > Power & Hand Tools > Measuring & Layout Tools > Levels

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

19 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This Level is a MUST HAVE for serious contractors, August 14, 2002

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A. Wallace (Centennial, Co USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: M-D Building Products 92296 SmartTool 47-1/4-Inch Digital Electronic Level (Tools & Home Improvement)

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 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.

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Fair weather friend, March 3, 2003

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"justanobuddy" (Groton, CT United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: M-D Building Products 92296 SmartTool 47-1/4-Inch Digital Electronic Level (Tools & Home Improvement)

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.)

11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars 48" Smart Level, February 26, 2001

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"naperaero" (Naperville, IL USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: M-D Building Products 92296 SmartTool 47-1/4-Inch Digital Electronic Level (Tools & Home Improvement)

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