The brand new DeWalt DW089K Line Laser, which improves on the DeWalt DW088K by adding some new features like a micro adjust knob for easy alignment, a metal “roll cage” for durability, and an integrated pivot bracket and universal wall mount that is perfect for installing acoustical ceiling tile. In particular, the micro adjust knob is especially handy as it lets pros adjust the 90-degree layout lines in small increments without having to nudge the laser or adjust a tripod to hit a specific mark. To make the beam more visible, the DW089K uses a laser that is twice as bright as the DW088K.
DeWalt DW089K Features
The new DeWalt DW089K Line Laser is accurate to within 1/8″ at 30 feet and creates better ease-of-use through the implementation of a side control panel with individual buttons to operate all 3 of the 90 degree lasers. The DW089K seems ideally suited for professional renovators and installers tasked with residential and commercial applications such as installing cabinets, drop ceilings, loudspeakers & lighting, chair rails or doors and windows. And of course the DeWalt Line Laser can tackle floor and wall tile with relative ease.
We are using line lasers like this more and more to speed up our installs and it’s almost tragic to think back to the days of old school leveling and layout methods. Using a line laser to assist and speed up layout work is an incredible time and money saver and is quickly becoming the defacto standard for installers and construction professionals who do this type of work. With DeWalt’s unit in particular, the third vertical beam (usable for a perfect plumb line) really lets you do an almost limitless amount of work with this single product. And since the DW089K allows you to switch the lines on or off as needed, it’s a single tool that can be used for virtually any layout task.
For commercial wall layout applications, the DW089K has a track clearance of over 1-3/4 inch, which means there is no need for additional accessories to raise the laser over drywall track.
The new Line Laser will be available in September anywhere DeWalt products are sold. The expected retail price is $329, which includes a kit box and 4 AA batteries that should provide at least 30 hours of run-time. The DW089K comes with a standard 3 year limited warranty, one-year free service contract and 90-day money-back guarantee. The one-year free service contract includes two calibrations.
