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Bosch GLM 50 Laser Distance Measurer Preview
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Bosch GLM 50 Laser Distance Measure Preview

by Clint DeBoer

Ever since the Bosch DLR130K Laser Distance Measurer we’ve been keeping an eye on these products. This week, Bosch launched the new GLM 50, which is a budget product designed to be a simple yet durable project for those who don’t quite need all of the features of their more advanced models. This also allows them to keep it simple, pricing the laser distance measurer at around $120 (street). In our mind, this makes the GLM 50 a great solution for users who need a simplified, yet durable laser distance measurer for daily use on the jobsite. With the five most commonly used measurement modes, a backlit display, and an accuracy of up to 1/16-inch, the GLM 50 is a fairly complete solution for most common measuring needs.

Johnson Level 40-6005 230' Laser Distance Measure Review
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Johnson Level 40-6005 Laser Distance Measure Review

by Thomas Gaige

Tape measures are great, but for anyone who’s done layout work or estimated for a significant construction project, you aren’t going to get much joy out of dragging out a physical tape 200 feet tape measure. The new Johnson Level and Tool 40-6005 Laser Distance Measure is a tool that takes the walking and dragging out of the distance measuring game. It’s super compact in size, yet it has an incredibly useful range. But that’s all common features of a technology that’s commonplace now. Where Johnson attempts to distinguish itself is in its flexibility and speed. The Johnson Level 40-6005 can handle taking measurements from as little as 2 inches out to its maximum of 230 feet. On top of that, it’s lighting quick, thanks to a fast on-board processor that delivers results faster than just about any other similarly-priced laser distance measure we’ve used. Accuracy is also an astounding +/- 1/16 of an inch – even out at long distances. And, just to make sure that you are on target, a built-in laser pointer shows you exactly where you are aiming. Now let’s break down the features a little at a time.

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