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Stanley FatMax TLM 100 Product Review
Wed 20 Dec 2006 - 16:47
Stanley FatMax TLM 100 Product Review
By Hubert Crowell
I have used sonic measuring devices for years in my cave survey projects and have been waiting for the price to come down on the laser measuring devices. At last I have one that cost under a hundred dollars. Leica has made laser measuring devices for several years in the three hundred dollar price range, and now they are building one for Stanley that retails for $89.00.
Specifications:
Accuracy: ± 1/4" (± 6mm) at 100-ft (30m)
Range: 2'-100' (0.6m - 30m)
Laser: 650 nm, Class IIIA
Display Size: 2-line
Units of Measure: FT/1/8", FT/100ths, IN/10ths, Metric
Size: 7.5 oz. 2 1/2 X 4 3/4 X 1 1/4 inches, Splash and dust proof
Low Indicators: Low Battery, Message Codes, Measurement reference (front / rear), and more
Battery: 9V (included)
Includes: Soft Carrying Case with Belt Loop.
Cave Survey
For a cave survey, this is the ideal tool, the measurements are easy to read and the laser spot is ideal for the darkness in the cave. Measurements can be made from the front of the instrument as well as from the back of the instrument by the touch of a button.
Simple
The TLM 100 is simple to use with only four buttons, on/dist gives you the distance with two quick clicks of the large red button. The laser then goes out to prevent danger of shining it into someone eye. Unlike the sonic tape measure, there is no waiting for the reading, it is instant.
The unit of measure can be changed by holding down the center button, and the TML 100 will remain in that mode until it is changed. With the sonic device I was always having to select Ft/100ths after each measurement. The unit will remain on for 60 seconds after making a measurement. The laser will remain on for 30 seconds, waiting for the second press of the button, giving you plenty of time to find the survey station.
By holding down the left button, the measurement can be changed from the front to the back of the device, with an indicator on the screen showing which is in use.
It will keep a running total, but only if the measurements are made within 60 seconds of each other. This is not much help in surveying as I cannot move that fast between stations. It can also make quick measurements of square feet and volume.
When making measurements from the survey station, it is very easy and quick to get the up, down, left and right distances for the survey.
I am looking forward to my next cave survey using the TLM 100.
About the Author: Hubert Crowell, Cave Explorer
I have started writing as a hobby and plan to write about my life, work, hobbies, religion and many other things of interest to me and maybe others will enjoy also.
For more information on caving, improving your service department and many other subjects, Please visit my web site at:
http://hubertcrowell.name
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