M D Building Products 92379 24 Inch SmartTool with Module And Case

Editorial Review

Welcome to the versatile world of SmartTool. Most levels only give you information at level (0 degrees) and plumb (90 degrees) using bubbles you have to work to center visually between two lines. You can do that with SmartTool, too, but the SmartTool also lets you measure digitally, electronically, and with an actual number, at every angle, all 360 degrees of a complete circle. So installing a deck, stair rail, extending a roof or determining how much an old floor has sagged is simpler, less time consuming, and more accurate.

SmartTool is simple to use. Just press the on/off button and SmartTool will show you the angle of any surface with decimal-point accuracy. The display even flips over with the level so SmartTool always reads right side up And it shuts off automatically after 6 minutes when it's not being used, all this from a standard, 9-volt battery. And, SmartTool can take abuse other levels can't, because its components are made of high strength materials and you can reset it to factory accuracy with the touch of a button.

Many versatile options
If you can imagine times you'd like to have both a small digital torpedo level and a longer level, the SmartTool Module fills the need. The SmartTool Module can be used as a stand alone level or it can be placed in the optional American I-beam level in lengths of 24 inches, 48 inches or 96 inches. M-D's top-quality red aluminum I-beam levels have been assured of excellence among construction professionals for more than three-quarters of a century. Easily attached or removed using only a screwdriver or coin, the versatility of this product can be appreciated in almost any application. The simple, SmartTool patented field calibration procedure can be performed using one button, any reasonably level surface, and just a couple of minutes. When used with the optional magnetic bracket, the SmartTool Module will stay on saw blades, metal pipes, buildings, machinery or anything made of iron or steel allowing hands free measurement.

Simple to use
SmartTool permits you to find level and plumb in two ways. For quick references, use the sensitive bubble vials. For highly precise work, use the digital display on the Sensor Module. It provides accuracy to 1/10 of a degree. But the real advantage of the SmartTool is that it also reads all the other angles bubble vials don't. So when you are not dealing with level or plumb, SmartTool quickly tells what the angle is and what the angle needs to be. And only SmartTool allows you to measure angles three different ways: degrees, percent slope, and pitch (rise over run).

Read in Degrees
Set saw blade angles to a fraction of degree accuracy with SmartTool. Assure there is no gap when you join 2 cuts together with .1 degree accuracy. You can easily duplicate a stair angle for setting handrails and never again will you be measuring top and bottom to make sure stair treads and rails are parallel.

Percent Slope and Pitch
In the percent slope mode the SmartTool allows you to read angles to meet requirements for sewer connections, ADA ramps, and grading. And showing compliance is merely a matter of pointing to the display. SmartTool also gives you roof pitch readings -- in inches of rise per foot of run -- right on the display. No two-handed measurements, no conversion calculations, and no mistakes.

Listen and Level Audio Feature
Have tasks where you really can't see the SmartTool but need instant feedback? Then turn on the audio beeper. When turned on with a single button, SmartTool lets you hear when your task is at level or plumb. This can be great when shimming projects, leveling buildings, pool tables or other projects where you need immediate feedback but are not in a position to see the display. This can leave your hands free to adjust, nail, or screw the project in place when you hear the beep telling you it is where you want it.

Hold
The hold button makes it easy to measure in areas where the digital display is not visible. Take the measurement, push the hold button, and then bring the SmartTool in front of you to see your reading.

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Customer Reviews

M-D Smart Tool Review

2007-07-31
The Smart Tool has been a very effective level in work related projects. It has mainly been used to check slopes of newly poured handicap ramps in the city I work in. The Smart Tool is a very important part of the Quality Control process. I must also say that Amazon.com offers the best price on the Smart Tool.

Sears has a better but indentical tool for $69

2007-04-03
After I bought it I happened to be at Sears and saw the same tool for $69 and the Sear version of the tool incorporated 2 neat features

1. Laser level - so that you could use it to draw a line
2. Tripod mounting so that you could use it to set up level lines

Needless to say I wish I had seen the Sears unit first

Where's the case?

2007-01-13
The level was promptly received, but it did not have the case with it, as advertised. Attempts to get the case failed (they said they didn't have any). The level is very handy though, just don't expect to get the case.

This is a must have tool

2007-01-10
I bought this for a friend who uses this level in his daily job, he told me that this level was one of the best thing he ever saw. Very handy tool and accurate measurements.
Unfortunately, his level was stolen from his truck a few month after I gave him as a gift.

Smart Level

2007-01-10
I ordered a Smart Level With Case, I only received the level. Other than that the level is great.

On the level.

2008-05-12
I first received this level, as a gift from a good friend of mine that has been in wood working most of his life. Most guys would love to have a small portion of his wood shop in their home ( I know I would) I've used it a few times and got some nice results with it, but it wasn't until I had to level out a bath room floor that I found out on what I was missing out on. Just the fact that all you need to do is hear the tone to know that your on level with out trying to use your "calibrated" eye ball. Also trying to figure out rafter pitch or how much a floor or joist is out of level, this one tells you on a dime. I liked it so much I also purchased the 48" one. Now I'm waiting for the 96" to come out. If you only buy one "Fancy" level, take my word for it you'll need to buy two, both the 24" and 48" these levels are easy to use, my 15y/o son can even use this one, and he has. And don't forget the cases! Thank you M-D for making a quality tool that can last and is easy to use.

Smart Tool

2008-04-11
Great tool. We have used them in the City of Plano Parks Dept. to check out trail layout for years. These tools are indispensible. Amazon got it to me quickly and packaged securely.

Rule

2007-12-29
My husband is a carpenter and does alot of trim work especially stairways. The item was purchased for him and he had used one of his co-workers so knew that was what he wanted. He really thinks it's the "berries" and wonders how he worked without it.......

Great Deal

2007-11-05
I use the level for forensic analyses and need to have accurate measurements of angles. This level works great and when bought through this deal, you save additional money over buying the level and case separately.

24" Smart Tool Rules!

2007-10-17
I purchased the 24" Smart Tool for our architectural office to ensure that all grades and ramps installed in our projects meets all ADA requirements. It is the same one that our compliance reviewer uses so it was an easy choice.