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    Levels

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Levels. Levels.
    Your go-to option for day-to-day leveling. Made from aluminum, these levels won't crack or warp the way plastic ones do. Lay them against everything from building frames to floor tiles to make sure your surface is level horizontally, vertically, or at an angle.
    Angle-Measuring Levels—Measure precise angles while leveling without switching tools. To find the angle of your surface, rotate the angle indicator vial until the bubble is level.
    Magnetic Levels—Stick to metal surfaces for hands-free leveling.
    Levels
    Optional Cases
    No. of Vials
    Housing
    Levels
    Magnetic Levels
    Lg.
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    Sensitivity
    Horizontal
    Vertical
    Rotary
    Vial
    Material
    Material
    Color
    Graduations (Numeric
    Graduations)
    Graduation
    Location
    Each
    Each
    Each
    Levels
    18"1"2 1/4"0.133"/1 ft., 38 min/0.1"12PlasticAluminum
    Black00000000000000———0———0
    18"1 1/4"2 3/8"0.005"/1 ft., 1 min/0.1"24GlassAluminum
    Red00000000000———0———0
    24"1"2 1/4"0.133"/1 ft., 38 min/0.1"12PlasticAluminum
    Black0000000000000000000000000———0
    24"1 1/4"2 3/8"0.005"/1 ft., 1 min/0.1"24GlassAluminum
    Red00000000000———000000000000000
    48"1"2 1/4"0.133"/1 ft., 38 min/0.1"12PlasticAluminum
    Black000000000000000000000000———0
    48"1 1/4"2 3/8"0.005"/1 ft., 1 min/0.1"24GlassAluminum
    Red00000000000———00000000000000
    72"1"2 1/4"0.133"/1 ft., 38 min/0.1"23PlasticAluminum
    Black0000000000000———0———0
    96"1"2 1/4"0.133"/1 ft., 38 min/0.1"23PlasticAluminum
    Black00000000000000000000000000———0
     
    Angle-Measuring Levels
    24"1"2 1/4"0.006"/1 ft., 1 min/0.1"111PlasticAluminum
    Green5° (45°)Front000000000000———0———0
    48"1"2 1/4"0.006"/1 ft., 1 min/0.1"111PlasticAluminum
    Green5° (45°)Front0000000000000———0———0
     

    Heavy Duty Levels

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Levels. Heavy Duty Levels.
    These sturdy levels last longer than typical levels, even if you use them frequently. With four solid sides that form a box shape, they stay flat on surfaces without wobbling and won’t twist or deform over time. The aluminum housing and durable plastic vial won't crack if you step on them or drop them off a ladder or tool tray.
    Magnetic—Stick to metal surfaces for hands-free leveling.
    Pitch Measuring—Level and determine pitch with one tool. The horizontal vial has incremental marks that indicate the incline of surfaces such as drainage pipes, conveyor chutes, and roofs.
    Levels with Ruler—Align and measure surfaces without having to switch tools.
    Levels with Center-Finding Ruler—Quickly locate the center of your workpiece without any math. These levels have graduation marks that start at zero in the middle of the level. Just align them so that the increments are the same on both sides of the object you’re measuring —zero marks your center.
    No. of Vials
    Housing
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Sensitivity
    Horizontal
    Vertical
    45°
    Vial
    Material
    Material
    Color
    Pitch Increments
    per ft.
    Graduations (Numeric
    Graduations)
    Each
    Levels
    24"1"2 3/4"0.133"/1 ft., 38 min/0.1"12PlasticAluminum
    Blue0000000000000
    24"1 5/8"2 11/16"0.006"/1 ft., 1 min/0.1"12PlasticAluminum
    Yellow0000000000000
    48"1"2 3/4"0.133"/1 ft., 38 min/0.1"12PlasticAluminum
    Blue000000000000
    48"1 5/8"2 11/16"0.006"/1 ft., 1 min/0.1"12PlasticAluminum
    Yellow0000000000000
    72"1"2 3/4"0.133"/1 ft., 38 min/0.1"12PlasticAluminum
    Blue0000000000000
    96"1"2 3/4"0.133"/1 ft., 38 min/0.1"12PlasticAluminum
    Blue0000000000000
     
    Magnetic Levels
    24"1 1/8"2 3/8"0.0006"/1 ft., 1 min/0.1"12PlasticAluminum
    Yellow0000000000000
    24"1 1/8"2 3/4"0.006"/1 ft., 1 min/0.1"12PlasticAluminum
    Blue000000000000
    48"1 1/8"2 3/8"0.0006"/1 ft., 1 min/0.1"12PlasticAluminum
    Yellow0000000000000
    48"1 1/8"2 3/4"0.006"/1 ft., 1 min/0.1"12PlasticAluminum
    Blue000000000000
    78"1 1/8"2 3/4"0.006"/1 ft., 1 min/0.1"12PlasticAluminum
    Blue00000000000000
     
    Pitch-Measuring Levels
    36"1"2 3/8"0.006"/1 ft., 1 min/0.1"12PlasticAluminum
    Red1/4"000000000000
    78"1"2 3/8"0.006"/1 ft., 1 min/0.1"12PlasticAluminum
    Red1/4"000000000000
     
    Magnetic Pitch-Measuring Levels
    12"5/8"1 5/8"0.133"/1 ft., 38 min/0.1"211PlasticAluminum
    Blue1/8"00000000000
    36"1"2 3/8"0.006"/1 ft., 1 min/0.1"12PlasticAluminum
    Red1/8"0000000000000
    72"1"2 3/8"0.006"/1 ft., 1 min/0.1"12PlasticAluminum
    Red1/8"0000000000000
    96"1"2 3/8"0.006"/1 ft., 1 min/0.1"12PlasticAluminum
    Red1/8"00000000000000
     
    Levels with Ruler
    24"1"2 3/8"0.006"/1 ft., 1 min/0.1"111PlasticAluminum
    Red1/16" (1")0000000000000
    48"1"2 3/8"0.006"/1 ft., 1 min/0.1"111PlasticAluminum
    Red1/16" (1")0000000000000
     
    Levels with Center-Finding Ruler
    24"1"2"0.006"/1 ft., 1 min/0.1"12PlasticAluminum
    Yellow1/16" (1"), 1/16" (1")0000000000000
    48"1"2"0.006"/1 ft., 1 min/0.1"12PlasticAluminum
    Yellow1/16" (1"), 1/16" (1")00000000000000
     

    Heavy Duty Low-Light Levels

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Levels. Heavy Duty Low-Light Levels.
    Don’t fiddle with a flashlight – these levels light up in dimly lit or completely dark work areas. With a box-style body, these levels won’t twist or deform and stay flat on surfaces without wobbling. The aluminum housing and durable plastic vial keeps them from cracking if you drop them off a ladder or tool tray.
    Magnetic—Stick to metal surfaces for hands-free leveling.
    Levels with LED Vials—The LED lights illuminate one vial at a time, so you can read it clearly without the other lights creating glare.
    No. of Vials
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    Batteries
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    Included
    Size
    No.
    Req.
    Each
    Levels with LED Vials
    24"1 5/8"2 3/4"0.006"/1 ft., 1 min/0.1"12PlasticAluminum
    BlueYesAA20000000000000
    48"1 5/8"2 3/4"0.006"/1 ft., 1 min/0.1"12PlasticAluminum
    BlueYesAA20000000000000
     
    Magnetic Levels with LED Vials
    24"1 5/8"2 3/4"0.006"/1 ft., 1 min/0.1"12PlasticAluminum
    BlueYesAA20000000000000
    48"1 5/8"2 3/4"0.006"/1 ft., 1 min/0.1"12PlasticAluminum
    BlueYesAA20000000000000
     

    Levels for Tight Spaces

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Levels. Levels for Tight Spaces.
    Squeeze these levels into places a standard level would never fit. Their short length and tapered ends make them ideal when you're leveling small parts or working in tight corners. Also known as torpedo levels, they're commonly used by plumbers leveling drains under sinks or by electricians installing components behind electrical panels. Rest them on flat surfaces or fit the side with the V-shaped indentation around pipes and curved shafts.
    Magnetic Levels—Stick to metal surfaces for hands-free leveling.
    Angle Measuring—Measure precise angles while leveling without switching tools. To find the angle of your surface, rotate the angle indicator vial until the bubble is level.
    Pitch Measuring—Level and determine pitch with one tool. The horizontal vial has incremental marks that indicate the incline of surfaces such as drainage pipes, conveyor chutes, and roofs.
    Plastic Housing—While not as durable as aluminum levels, these are a lightweight and economical option.
    No. of Vials
    Housing
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    Wd.
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    Sensitivity
    Horizontal
    Vertical
    45°
    30°
    Rotary
    Vial
    Material
    Material
    Color
    Pitch Increments
    per ft.
    Graduations (Numeric
    Graduations)
    Graduation
    Location
    Each
    Levels
    9"5/8"1 1/8"0.20"/1 ft., 57 min/0.1"111GlassAluminum
    Blue0000000000000
    9"5/8"1 1/2"0.133"/1 ft., 38 min/0.1"111PlasticPlasticBlue00000000000
     
    Magnetic Levels
    8"3/4"1 1/2"0.006"/1 ft., 1 min/0.1"1111PlasticAluminum
    Orange000000000000
    9"5/8"1 1/2"0.133"/1 ft., 38 min/0.1"111PlasticPlasticBlue00000000000
    9"3/4"2 3/4"0.024"/1 ft., 6 min/0.1"111PlasticPlasticYellow/Black0000000000000
    10"3/4"2 1/8"0.132"/1 ft., 38 min/0.1"111PlasticAluminum
    Orange000000000000
     
    Magnetic Pitch-Measuring Levels
    8"3/4"1 3/8"0.012"/1 ft., 3 min/0.1"2111PlasticAluminum
    Black1/8"000000000000
    10"3/4"3 3/4"0.006"/1 ft., 1 min/0.1"111PlasticAluminum
    Blue1/8", 1/4"000000000000
    12"3/4"2 1/8"0.133"/1 ft., 38 min/0.1"211PlasticAluminum
    Black1/8"000000000000
     
    Magnetic Angle- and Pitch-Measuring Levels
    10"3/4"2"0.043"/1 ft., 12 min/0.1"111PlasticAluminum
    Yellow1/8"2° (10°)Front0000000000000
     

    Low-Light Levels for Tight Spaces

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Levels. Low-Light Levels for Tight Spaces.
    Level surfaces inside machinery, behind equipment, or anywhere too cramped for light to reach. The vials on these levels illuminate for clear reading without a flashlight. Also known as torpedo levels, their compact size and tapered ends make them ideal when you're leveling short surfaces or working in tight corners. Rest these levels on flat surfaces or fit the side with the V-shaped indentation around pipes and curved shafts.
    Levels with Glow-In-The-Dark Vials—Expose these vials to ambient light to charge them and they'll stay visible in dark areas, no batteries needed.
    Pitch-Measuring Levels with LED Vials—Use the incremental marks on the horizontal vial to find the incline of surfaces while you level. LED lights illuminate one vial at a time, so you can read it clearly without the other lights creating glare.
    Magnetic Levels—Stick to metal surfaces for hands-free leveling.
    No. of Vials
    Housing
    Batteries
    Magnetic Levels
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Sensitivity
    Horizontal
    Vertical
    45°
    Vial
    Material
    Material
    Color
    Pitch Increments
    per ft.
    Included
    Size
    No.
    Req.
    Each
    Levels with Glow-In-The-Dark Vials
    9"3/8"1 13/16"0.132"/1 ft., 38 min/0.1"111PlasticAluminum
    Orange00000000000000
     
    Pitch-Measuring Levels with LED Vials
    9"3/4"1 3/8"0.126"/1 ft., 36 min/0.1"211PlasticAluminum
    Black1/8"NoAAA2000000000000
     

    Nonstick Levels

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Levels. Nonstick Levels.
    Level bricks, tile, concrete, and other sticky or wet materials. Traditionally used by masons, these bamboo levels have a lacquer coating that makes grout and mortar slide right off them. Just like a metal level, they won't crack, twist, or deform even when dropped or tapped against cement and other hard surfaces.
    No. of Vials
    Housing
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Sensitivity
    Horizontal
    Vertical
    Vial
    Material
    Material
    Color
    Each
    48"1 1/4"2 1/2"0.133"/1 ft., 38 min/0.1"12PlasticBambooBrown000000000000
     

    Digital Levels

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Levels. Digital Levels.
    Pick these digital levels for repeat leveling tasks and tired eyes. With a digital display for clear reading and an audio alert that sounds when your surface is perfectly level horizontally or vertically, you can quickly align a workpiece before moving on to the next surface. The false zero setting lets you set any position as a reference point when you need to replicate angles on multiple surfaces. You can also view the angle, pitch, or slope of a surface without a separate tool. Use the horizontal and vertical bubble vials on these levels to recalibrate the sensor if needed and as a backup option if your level runs out of battery.
    Magnetic Levels—Stick to metal surfaces for hands-free leveling.
    Levels
    Optional Cases
    No. of Vials
    Housing
    Batteries
    Lg.
    Wd.
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    Sensitivity
    Horizontal
    Vertical
    Vial
    Material
    Material
    Color
    Pitch Increments
    per ft.
    Container
    Type
    Included
    Size
    No.
    Req.
    Each
    Each
    Levels
    24"1"2 3/8"0.021"/1 ft., 6 min/0.1"11PlasticAluminum
    Yellow1/8"Yes9V100000000000000000000000000000
    48"1"2 3/8"0.021"/1 ft., 6 min/0.1"11PlasticAluminum
    Yellow1/8"Yes9V1000000000000000000000000000
    72"1 1/8"2 3/4"0.006"/1 ft., 1 min/0.1"12PlasticAluminum
    Blue1/4"Carrying CaseYesAA200000000000000———0
     
    Magnetic Levels
    7 7/8"3/4"1 3/4"0.021"/1 ft., 6 min/0.1"11PlasticPlasticBlackYesCR203220000000000000———0
    10"3/4"2"0.021"/1 ft., 6 min/0.1"11PlasticAluminum
    OrangeNoCR203210000000000000———0
    24"1 1/8"2 3/4"0.006"/1 ft., 1 min/0.1"11PlasticAluminum
    Blue1/4"Carrying CaseYesAA20000000000000———0
    48"1 1/8"2 3/4"0.006"/1 ft., 1 min/0.1"11PlasticAluminum
    Blue1/4"Carrying CaseYesAA20000000000000———0
     

    Multi-Axis Levels

    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Levels. Multi-Axis Levels.
    Simultaneously check if a surface is level horizontally and vertically, as well as front-to-back. Use one of the three main vials on these levels to determine if your surface is completely flat, upright, or at a 45° angle. Plug in the fourth vial to level two axes at the same time. Use them to level cross-sections of pipe, frames, and other three-dimensional parts.
    Rest them on flat surfaces or fit the side with the V-shaped indentation around pipes and curved shafts.
    Pitch-Measuring Levels—Level and determine pitch with one tool. The horizontal vial has incremental marks that indicate the incline of surfaces such as drainage pipes, conveyor chutes, and roofs.
    Magnetic Levels—Stick to metal surfaces for hands-free leveling.
    No. of Vials
    Housing
    Magnetic Levels
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Sensitivity
    Horizontal
    Vertical
    45°
    Vial
    Material
    Material
    Color
    Each
    Pitch-Measuring Levels
    6"1 13/16"2 3/16"0.0573"/1 ft., 3 min/0.1"211PlasticAluminum
    Black0000000000000
     

    Low-Light Pocket Levels

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Levels. Low-Light Pocket Levels.
    Keep these levels in your pocket to align surfaces in dimly lit areas. The vial on these levels illuminates, making them easy to read in the dark. Rest them on flat surfaces or fit the side with the V-shaped indentation around pipes and curved shafts.
    Magnetic—Stick to metal surfaces for hands-free leveling.
    Glow-In-The-Dark Vials—Expose these vials to ambient light to charge them and they'll stay visible in dark areas, no batteries needed.
    Housing
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Sensitivity
    No. of Horiz.
    Vials
    Vial
    Material
    Material
    Color
    Each
    Magnetic Levels with Glow-In-The-Dark Vials
    2 5/8"7/8"1 5/8"0.120"/1 ft., 34 min/0.1"1PlasticPlasticBlack/Red0000000000000
     

    Two-Axis Precision Levels

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Levels. Two-Axis Precision Levels, Straight.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Levels. Two-Axis Precision Levels, Square.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Levels. Two-Axis Precision Levels, Triangle.

    Straight

    Square

    Triangle

    Level horizontal surfaces in two directions at the same time with the highest degree of accuracy. The highly sensitive glass vials on these levels sit perpendicular to one another – place them on the corner of platforms and surface plates to check if they’re tilting sideways, forwards, or backwards.
    Levels with Calibration Certificate—When precision readings are required for quality control or by regulation, use a level that includes a calibration certificate traceable to NIST. The certificate states that the level has passed a test for accuracy, so you can be confident your readings are correct and consistent.
    Cast Iron Base—Heavy cast iron keeps your level stable on surfaces and won't contract or expand in extreme temperatures.
    No. of
    Vials
    Housing
    Levels
    Levels with
    Calibration Certificate
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Sensitivity
    Horizontal
    Cross
    Check
    Vial
    Material
    Material
    Color
    Base
    Material
    Each
    Each
    Straight
    8"1 11/16"1 5/8"0.0006"/1 ft., 0 min/0.1"11GlassCast IronBlueCast Iron00000000000000000000000000000000000
    12"2"2"0.0006"/1 ft., 0 min/0.1"11GlassCast IronBlueCast Iron0000000000000000———0
     
    Square
    4"1 1/4"4"0.001"/1 ft., 0 min/0.1"11GlassSteelBlueSteel000000000000000———0
    6"1 3/8"6"0.001"/1 ft., 0 min/0.1"11GlassSteelBlueSteel0000000000000000000000000000000
    8"1 9/16"8"0.0006"/1 ft., 0 min/0.1"11GlassCast IronBlueCast Iron0000000000000000000000000000000
     
    Triangle
    6"1 9/16"6"0.001"/1 ft., 0 min/0.1"11GlassSteelBlueSteel0000000000000000000000000000000
     

    Two-Axis Surface-Mount Precision Levels

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Levels. Two-Axis Surface-Mount Precision Levels.
    Mount these levels onto CNC machines and other equipment for repeat horizontal level checks in two directions at the same time. With a highly sensitive glass vial and a heavy cast iron base for stability against surfaces, they detect even the smallest tilts backwards, forwards, or sideways, so you can correct them before they affect machine performance.
    Screw-On Levels—Fasten these levels to any drillable surface for the most secure mount that won't shake loose, even on vibrating equipment. Fasteners are not included.
    Housing
    Mounting
    Holes
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Sensitivity
    No. of Horiz.
    Vials
    Vial
    Material
    Material
    Color
    No.
    of
    Dia.
    Each
    Screw-On Levels
     
    Horizontal Surface Mount
    3 5/32"2 9/16"0.667"0.001"/1 ft., 0 min/0.1"2GlassCast IronSilver20.22"000000000000000
     

    Post Installation Levels

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Levels. Post Installation Levels.
    Achieve perfectly upright posts and poles with these levels. Their L shape allows them to nest securely around flat or curved surfaces. They have two hooks and come with a heavy duty rubber strap to secure them around pipes of any size. The vertical vial tells you when your post is plumb. The two horizontal vials level your pole horizontally so it isn’t tilting forwards, backwards, or sideways.
    No. of Vials
    Housing
    Ht.
    Leg
    Lg.
    Sensitivity
    Horizontal
    Vertical
    Vial
    Material
    Material
    Color
    Each
    5 1/8"3 1/2"0.133"/1 ft., 38 min/0.1"21PlasticPlasticBlue000000000000
     

    Extendable Long-Distance Levels

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Levels. Extendable Long-Distance Levels.
    Level horizontal and vertical surfaces up to 10 or 12 feet. Pull out the extendable portion of these levels to reach across the entire length of doors, windows, and large frames for accurate readings. Push it back in and use the two hand grips for easy carrying. The extendable section has a ruler on both sides to measure distances without extra tools.
    No. of Vials
    Housing
    Lg.
    Extended
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Sensitivity
    Horizontal
    Vertical
    Vial
    Material
    Material
    Color
    Graduations (Numeric
    Graduations)
    Each
    72"120"1 3/8"4 1/4"0.012"/1 ft., 3 min/0.1"12PlasticAluminum
    Yellow1/16" (1"), 1/16" (1")00000000000000
    84"144"1 3/8"4 1/4"0.012"/1 ft., 3 min/0.1"12PlasticAluminum
    Yellow1/16" (1"), 1/16" (1")0000000000000

    Digital Pitch Angle Indicators

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Angle Indicators. Digital Pitch Angle Indicators.
    The LCD on this digital angle indicator shows angle in degrees and percent of slope. The display inverts when you turn it upside down.
    Overall
    Angle Measured
    Range
    Accuracy
    Angle Numeric
    Increments
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Material
    Color
    Digital Display
    Type
    Batteries
    Included
    Features
    Each
    0° to 360°-0.1° to 0.1°0.1°6 5/8"1 3/8"2 1/8"PlasticBlackLCDYesPitch Gauge000000000000000
     
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