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Old 01-01-2017, 06:39 PM
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Bob,

When looking for a laser you have to realize there are two types. Those that broadcast a line, and those that broadcast a dot. Some, like mine, do both.

I looked around, tried the ones from Home Depot but settled on a Spectra Precision 5.2XL that I bought off Amazon. I've used it in the shop, home remodeling, deck building, etc. The light really isn't bright enough for using it in the daylight, but the special glasses help.

There are receivers that will receive the signal, even when you can't see it. But you have to make sure to get one that works on the same wave length as your transmitter unit. The receiver for my Spectra Precision grade laser (sits on a tripod at a construction site) will not work with the laser above.

I'm very happy with my purchase.
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