Stanley 77-500 IntelliLaser Pro Stud Sensor and Laser Line Level

by Stanley

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Detects wood/metal studs through multiple wall thicknesses (1/2-Inch, 1-Inch, 1-1/2-Inch). Continuous live wire detection for safety. Lcd screen is back-lit for greater visibility when detecting studs. Laser line can be projected along the entire length of the stud. Versatile 2-laser set can be used separately or together to create horizontal and vertical laser cross lines. Projects laser lines up to 20-Feet onto a work surface. Unique adhesive dots used to mount the laser module to most walls for hands free operation. 8 adhesive dots included. Required battery-9-Volt and 2 AAA (not included).

Product Description

Stanley 77-500 IntelliLaser Pro Stud Sensor & Laser Level

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 12 x 7 x 2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (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: B000JJNIL0
• Item model number: 77-500
• Average Customer Review: 3.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #60,105 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #71 in Home Improvement > Power & Hand Tools > Measuring & Layout Tools > Scanners & Testers > Stud Finders

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Quality Level, April 4, 2008

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Redabook "Matt" (Michigan) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Stanley 77-500 IntelliLaser Pro Stud Sensor and Laser Line Level (Tools & Home Improvement)

I haven't had the problems that the other reviewers have. The tabs can't be too sticky without pulling the paint off the wall, so they are just sticky enough to hold it up. Sometimes it helps to wipe the spot on the wall clean before applying the leveling tool. It definitely works better on a smooth wall than a textured one.

The stud finder is one of the more comprehensive ones I have seen, with built in bubble leveler. It has a a nice charm and it allows you to adjust for the thickness of the material you are trying to scan through. Overall, I thought this product was just fine. The other reviewers were fixated on the tabs, but did not comment on the quality of the leveler/stud-finder itself.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Good, Has Drawbacks, January 23, 2011

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Jase T. Wolfe - See all my reviews

This review is from: Stanley 77-500 IntelliLaser Pro Stud Sensor and Laser Line Level (Tools & Home Improvement)

I was originally looking for just a stud finder, but when I was looking at the selection (I admittedly bought mine at a hardware store, not Amazon) I liked that this was competitively priced with other electronic stud finders with AC detection but this included laser levels. Thinking back to a level job I just recently completed, and thinking that this would have made my life easier then, I picked it up.

I've now used it for two jobs and although I'm generally happy, there are some areas that one should keep in mind before purchasing.

*) Many have commented on the laser line level's feet not retracting. This isn't really an automatic process - you need to manually push them in first until they click lock, then when you're ready to dismount from the wall you use the top button to release them. It wasn't obvious at first, but once I figured that out, it stayed on the wall like a champ.
*) The unit comes with 8 adhesive dots. They are that gummy stuff you find holding credit cards to the info mailing page that sticks well to everything but always rolls off cleanly. The dots that come with this have little tabs you pull to stretch/release from the laser line plate - they don't always come off as expected and I've already destroyed two. I can't find replacements sold separately or even thru Stanley's web site, but o their credit, when I emailed them with an inquiry, they sent me quite a few extra for free.
*) The stud finder is also a laser line, great for use as a line level or a cross line to the laser line level unit - but unlike the laser line level, there is no way to "mount" this, so it isn't usable as a hands-free second line level.
*) The stud finder is pretty big. I of course knew its size on purchase, but it became very noticeable when I attempted to use it in tighter spaces.
*) The stud finder's laser is always on. I have no idea why you can't turn it off and on as needed.

So ultimately I am happy enough with the product but if it ever died, I will probably look for single-purposed tools - a smaller stud finder and stand-alone laser levels.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Works great!, May 6, 2010

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Carl the Carpenter "carltenh" (Appleton, WI) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Stanley 77-500 IntelliLaser Pro Stud Sensor and Laser Line Level (Tools & Home Improvement)

This is the best stud finder I have used and being a finish carpenter, I've used plenty. Haven't used the level thingy yet, but I didn't buy this for that. The finder is very versatile and accurate and gives you a great picture of whats in the wall and not just studs.