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Leica Unveils New Family Of Fourth-Generation Handheld Laser Meters
URL(s): www.disto.com
Leica Geosystems has introduced a new series of handheld high-precision laser
measurement devices for the architecture, engineering and construction
industries.
The new DISTO(tm) products from Leica offer an unprecedented combination of
speed, accuracy, ease of use and affordability, according to Jack Wolf, vice
president, consumer products.
"Leica's new DISTO products represent fourth-generation laser rangefinding
technology," said Wolf. "They are built to the same standards of precision and
robustness as their predecessors, and incorporate numerous new features, such
as alphanumeric keyboard, ergonomic design, tracking and pocket calculator
functions, memory for constants and measured values, and multifunctional end
covers with positioning bracket and alignment aid. Most importantly, Leica now
offers a wide range of products for a variety of applications, with prices starting
as low as $495, opening a broader market for laser rangefinding technology."
The DISTO products are available in four basic models: DISTO lite4, DISTO
classic4, DISTO pro4 and DISTO pro4a. All of them provide fast, easy
measurement of distance, area and volume, indoors or outdoors, with an
accuracy of ±3 mm (? in) or better, at ranges up to 100 meters (330 ft).
The DISTO lite4 is small, handy and easy to use, making it simple to measure
distances, areas and volumes comfortably and quickly, even in hard-to-access
places. The DISTO lite4 includes a timer, stand, positioning bracket and alignment
aid to mark off measured points as standard equipment. It's ideal for construction
workers, craftsmen and others needing basic laser rangefinding at an affordable
price.
The DISTO classic4 is designed for more challenging applications. It can store up
to 10 constants and the last 15 measured values. It offers Pythagoras
calculations for remote measuring. With DISTO classic4, the user can measure
minimum and maximum distance from any point, calculate indirect heights, and
save and edit values. The unit's multifunctional end cover permits measuring from
open areas, floors and edges, as well as hard-to-reach corners. The DISTO
classic4 is ideal for estimating wall and floor coverings, and other similar
applications.
The DISTO pro4 system is designed for architects, engineers and other
professionals with the most demanding requirements. It comes with an
alphanumeric keyboard, menu-driven multi-line LCD display, calculator functions,
RS232 interface to a remote PC or laptop, memory for up to 800 values and
multifunction end cover with adapter plate and alignment aid. The "smart" DISTO
pro4 software automatically recognizes which end cover has been fitted and
adjusts accordingly. The basic DISTO pro4 provides ±3 mm accuracy, while the
DISTO pro4a provides increased accuracy of ±1.5 mm (1/16 in).
For more information on the Leica DISTO products, visit www.disto.com. THE
DISTO FAMILY OF LASER METERS AT A GLANCE
DISTO lite4
A small, easy-to-use handheld laser meter that accurately measures distance,
area and volume with simple single key operation. The positioning bracket and
alignment aid give added convenience and make the DISTO lite4 ideal for
construction workers, craftsmen and many other professionals needing a basic
laser meter at an affordable price. Accuracy ±3 mm (? in). Range 0.3 to 100
meters (0.1-330 ft). Indoor or outdoor use.
DISTO classic4
Perfect for professionals who require Pythagorean calculations (for remote
measurements) and tracking functions. Also provides save and edit functions,
and minimum and maximum measured values. The DISTO classic4 is ideal for
estimating floor and wall coverings, and hundreds of similar applications.
Accuracy ±3 mm. Range 0.3 to 100 meters. Indoor or outdoor use.
DISTO pro4
First handheld laser rangefinder to come with a standard alphanumeric keyboard.
Four-line LCD graphics display. RS232 interface to laptop or PC. Expanded
memory for up to 800 values. A powerful tool for engineers, architects and other
professionals with demanding requirements. Accuracy ±3 mm. Range 0.3 to 100
meters. Indoor or outdoor use. DISTO pro4a - Same features as DISTO pro4 with
enhanced accuracy to ±1.5 mm (1/16 in).
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