Bosch PLR 15 Digital Laser Measure (Measuring up to 15 m)

I've had mixed experiences with laser rangefinder measuring devices in the past but this one is great, it will only work up to its specified range, beyond that it gives no reading at all. I was impressed by the accuracy over short distances (200 - 1000 mm). The hold facility is certainly useful, the LCD display does not have a particularly wide viewing angle so being able to hold a reading is very useful for those awkward places. I have not experienced any problems with the on off switch yet, despite being used in a dusty environment. It is so much easier than a tape measure when measuring distances over a couple of metres. The datum point for measuring is the base below the switch, in other words it includes the length of the device in its measurements, and as far as I know that is the only way it works. Battery life seems good I used it extensively to fit a kitchen and am still on the original batteries. I'm not too sure that rechargeables would be a good thing for this device as it has low current demands and is not permanently on. It would be nice if it had some sort of level incorporated into it, either a simple bubble on the side and top or even a full blown pendulum level, like many laser levels. It would of course make it somewhat larger which could be a disadvantage in some situations. So far it seems quite unaffected by what sort of surface you point it at, my guess would be that it will struggle with highly textured surfaces like Artex or rough cast cement finishes, if I get a chance I will update this when I have tried that scenario

This is a very small and compact unit it is so versatile and handy. I have been using the item for over six months now and never had a single problem very occasionally you do have to measure twice as perhaps the laser hasn’t quite hit the destination mark. That’s nothing out of the ordinary.One really great feature of laser measures is that you can fire the beam really tight corners which are obstructed and could be difficult with a measuring tape if not impossible.If you have being used to using measuring tapes this will totally change the way you measure anything for the better.The range is superb of had it working over 10 m.Being so small it can be easily placed into your pocket or bag and taken with you wherever you need to such as on-site , on jobs or just round the home.The slider function which turns the unit on has a little red button underneath it which locks in the current measurement and you can also see the previous measurement.This can be handy if you are taking multiple readings however a larger history would be useful.I also have a professional Leica unit which is much larger and more accurate and also cost over £300 so this unit is really comparable to the accuracy and for the price really can’t be beaten.I would say go ahead and buy this as it is really affordable and of great robust quality that is far superior than some of the grey Chinese imports.

I almost bought this in B&Q at full price, but saner heads prevailed and I went home to look for online bargains. Two days later, it popped up on Amazon's Lightning Deals at £25.It is simple to use and accurate up to it's stated range (15m) - I took a bunch of measurements from 300mm to 14.8m, (each one several times to check to consistency) and re-checked with tape measures (sad, i know). It's soooo easy, and the ability to store and display your previous reading with your current one is invaluable.It is fairly robust, but clearly not built to take a lot of rough handling but, if you can't look after your tools, you deserve to be let down. For the rest of us who treat their tools with a bit of respect, this should last a good long time. A belt pouch would've been a welcome inclusion though.Plus, if you get bored you can also use it to play with the cat.

Got this on a lightning deal at £27.Its a very practical and accurate tool: small, extremely easy to operate, measures distance instantly. Keep in mind it will measure from the base of the tool and its length is 10cm. The digital display is large enough and measurements are easy to read - even in dark spaces as the display is lit.I haven't tried it outdoors but indoors it works wonders. The accuracy is spot on, unless maybe you really need millimeter accuracy in which case you'll have to go for a professional grade tool.Functionality is very basic compared with other laser measures: it can only store 1 measurement, units are metric only, and there is no volume calculation available. If you need any of these, you'll have to get a different (more expensive) measure -or, you can use a calculator app on your phone.I've only purchased it recently so can't really comment on durability. Build quality though is by no means spectacular: it does feel a bit light, almost flimsy in some aspects (the power button for example). I'm not sure it can survive a drop on a hard surface without damage -I wouldn't even toss it thoughtlessly in my toolbox after a job done to be honest. Here again, the low price shows.Finally, like other before me, a word on the packaging: whoever designed the hard plastic packaging should be shot on sight. This stuff is the work of a devious mind, its very hard to cut open (need a box cutter or strong scissors): be careful when opening as there is a real risk of getting hurt.

Good quality and accuracy. But size needed bigger.

Con questo piccolo (e leggerissimo) gioiello targato bosch è estremamente facile e comodo misurare distanze fino a 15 mt utilizzando la tecnologia laser. Basta attivare l'unico comando disponibile e lo strumento emette il raggio per la misurazione, il cui valore appare ben visibile sul piccolo display. In pratica il raggio misura sempre la distanza tra la base del distanziometro e il primo ostacolo incontrato dal laser. Se ad esempio si vuole sapere la distanza tra due pareti basta posizionarlo sulla prima parete e puntarlo su quella opposta. Io l'ho trovato molto utile anche per sistemare a muro svariati oggetti mantenendo l'equidistanza dal soffitto. E' possibile inoltre memorizzare l'ultima misurazione effettuata. Davvero un oggetto pratico e ben fatto. Insomma, addio vecchio metro avvolgente!

idéal pour une mesure d'intérieur, précis au dixième de mm, fonctionne assez bien en extérieur avec un point laser bien visible (surface assez réfléchissante) quelques difficultés si il y a trop de soleil ou si la surface absorbe trop la lumière laser. Ne permet pas de mesurer une profondeur de piscine remplie d eau, car la lumière ne se propage pas à la même vitesse dans l eau. Contrairement a une mesure ultrasonique, la mesure est juste quelque soit la température ambiante.

Muss ehrlich gestehen, dass ich mir nicht wirklich viel erwartet hatte, als ich das Gerät bei der Amazon Abverkaufsaktion vor Weihnachten bestellte. Ich habe es daher nach Erhalt sofort einem ausführlichen Praxistest unterzogen. Kurz gesagt, das Gerät übertrifft meine Erwartungen. Bei Entfernungen bis zu 3m sind die Abweichungen nicht größer als 2mm (die Anzeige springt zuweilen zwischen 2 Werten herum, meistens ist die Abweichung <1mm). Die maximale noch messbare Entfernung ist 15,9m. Diese Entfernung habe ich am Display abgelesen, aber nicht nachgemessen.Die Handhabung ist einfach und intuitiv. Wenn man das Gerät mit dem Schieber nach unten einschaltet, erscheint ein runder Knopf mit dem man den ersten Wert halten kann. Drückt man noch einmal, dann beginnt eine zweite Messung, die man ebenfalls durch ein weiteres Drücken halten kann. Ich habe dann 2 Messwerte am Display, was für das Ausmessen von Flächen ausreicht.Besonders gut durchdacht ist der rutschfeste Gummi an den unteren Kanten. Es kann von alleine stehen, wodurch die Messung vom Boden zur Decke sehr einfach wird. Mit einem Maßband dauert so eine Messung zehnmal länger und ist kaum genauer auszuführen. Außerdem braucht man da schon eine zweite Person, die das andere Ende hält. Der Laser-Entfernungsmesser spart also eine Menge Zeit.Fazit: schnell und genau.Nachtrag 20.12.2014:Wenn man das Gerät flach auf den Boden legt, dann liegt es auf 3 "Füßchen" auf und der Gummi erreicht nicht den Boden, womit in dieser Lage die Rutschfestigkeit nicht in dem Maße gegeben ist, wie wenn es hochkant aufgestellt wird. Ich habe die kleinen Erhebungen (Füßchen) auf der Unterseite mit einer kleinen File (Nagelfeile müsste auch gehen) abgefeilt. Nun rutscht es auch in dieser Lage nicht mehr.Zum Thema Genauigkeit möchte ich hier die Ergebnisse eines "verrückten" Experiments wiedergeben. Und zwar habe ich die Dicke der Tischplatte wie folgt bestimmt:1. Messung: Gerät auf den Tisch gestellt und Oberkante Tisch bis zur Decke gemessen = 1739mm2. Messung: Gerät auf den Boden gestellt und bis zur Unterkante Tisch gemessen = 733mm3. Messung: Gerät leicht verschoben, sodass es am Tisch vorbei bis zur Decke misst = 2500mmRechnung: 2500-1739-733 = 28mm.Die Tischplatte ist mit der Schublehre gemessen 26mm dick.

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