Customer Reviews

Robotoolz 3610-3 Torpedo 3 Level with 3 Beam Laser

5 star:		(6)
4 star:		(10)
3 star:		(4)
2 star:		(0)
1 star:		(1)

 

 

Often, a straight line isn't any good if its not level. The 'free' leveling base is a great addition that allows quick and precise leveling (to the accuracy of a bubble vial). The switch is easy to accidentally turn on. Plan on pulling the batteries out for storage. The laser is nice and bright. Be careful, it's easy to take one in the eye from the 'up' beam if you're looking from the top to level it.

the robo square torpedo level is a convenient little tool. it's small enough to fit in my tool pouch, I use it to take measurements for bracket fabrication and check clearance if there are any obstructions before I begin any installation. The only design problem is the laser switch sometimes turns on when it is in my tool pouch.

I have been looking at a lot of different laser levels for a good while and for the money, I was impressed, except for that stupid on & off switch. Almost tricky to use, you would think they would have a definite on or off. I did fix mine,if you have the patients and a dremel tool. They could of molded a high spot like I made so easy and fixed this switch. I had a pocket flashlight with a similar problem, always killing the batteries but not now. I used that idea to fix this problem. Makes you wonder if the engineers try these before they market them? One thing that is a must, is get that leveling base. That was the trouble with all the other lasers I had looked at. Like, how can you cast a straight beam of light from one point to the next if its not level, the base fixes that. As a pipefitter, I believe it would be handy for fabrication work too. I also made a leather pouch ( which they don't make ) for mine to protect it. I have used it a couple times now and it appears accurate. I also liked the laser dot, its cast a 4 point star dot which lets you get pretty accurate measurements with a ruler because you have the dot in the middle plus a North, South, East & West thin beam of light. Another neat feature is that they have slots cut threw the side of the level to use straps ( which again they don't make ) to hold the level to a non-metallic object, a two by four or plastic pipe. Not to mention, very strong magnets on the bottom of this level for the metal objects. Probably the neatest thing is the three laser beams, straight ahead, to the side and straight up. The only problem with this is if its on and you are trying to level it or use it, you can get the overhead beam in the eye if your not careful. What it needs is a simple cover that could slide on or off easily to disable the beam of light your not using. Hope this review helps someone.

Fisrt, I did not buy this unit through Amazon, but rather Menards. I was looking for the advertised accuracy of 1/4" in 75', but upon purchase I find the bubble vial levels built into the unit are not very good, with way too much space between the bubbles and the lines for any kind of accuracy.

I also found after purchase, that in fact the factory web site at their FAQ section said this;

"Q: What is the accuracy of the bubble vials?

A: The front vial is accurate +/- 10mm at 10 meters. The left vial is accurate +/- 13mm at 10 meters. The top vial is accurate +/- 13mm at 10 meters."......

Ok, appox. 1/2" at 34', not 1/4 inch at 75 foot.

So maybe the laser is capable of 1/4" at 75' but if the level bubbles are not, a chain is only as strong as it's weakest link, and the published accuracy on the package should state this!

I called the factory 3 times today and was only able to leave a message, (could not reach Cust. Service) so I cannot find out if I can piggy-back it onto an accurate level to improve accuracy.

The switch on the other hand, while a little touchy, was not a big issue with me compared to the accuracy.

So, accuracy on package is inconsistant with factory web sight,

hard to get ahold of factory customer service, and a switch that many do not like, my suggestion is make sure if you purchase this level, you can return it, most likely I will.

Handy as can be for welded joint fit ups. Toss your squares back in the gang box, this reads real easy on the ruler, plus, you can put lengths of pipe together straight as a string.But Robo Toolz should provide a replacement for that pesky switch, or supply us with batteries!

Tool is very nice but the on off switch is weak.

I'm using this to build a deck. Very handy and growing more indespensible as time goes on. The only reason I dropped a star down to 4 is the lack of readable instructions. I found that the battery cover has a spring loaded cap that pulls out, turns a quarter turn and stays off! I had to discover this on my own because the instructions appear to have been written by an Asian speaking Asian trying to write in English.
Thats my only gripe. Great tool. Wish it was around years ago!!

I have just competed installing 700' of steel fence on my property and with the help of the robosquare lazer level the fence looks better than fence a contractor has been installing. I have several other proojects lined up and you can bet the Robosquare level will be right there helping me

I Just got the tool and I use it for many building projects. I can not imagine working without it. This is a very handy and useful tool. I like it's small size and it is very easy to read. The laser is powerful and accurate. It is very well built and feels luxurious in your hand.

My only gripe is the on/off switch. It needs a clear indent for the off mode. It is very tempromental and would rather be ON all the time. Not very secure for transporting or using as a regular level.

I called Porter Cable to report this, they immediately sent me a New switch...............which has the same problem.

I love the magnetic base. makes for handy placement on steel or as an "in your face "storege option while waitiing for it's next assignment.

I use the tool often.........I just wish I could count on the switch to stay in the "OFF" mode when I do not want the red laser to be on.

Fix the switch and this tool belongs in the "Tool Hall of Fame".

chris slye

I bought this level last fall and have hardly used it. The bubble functions work fine but my laser is projecting a muddy spot at only 20 to 30 feet. It makes a square spot that is nearly 1/2 inch at that distance. I know it worked better when I bought it. I guess I need to call and see if an adjustment is possible.

As for the top laser in the eye. You can rotate the black slotted screwlike thingy on the front to block the vertical laser. I discovered this by accident.