If you plan to use your laser level outdoors, you will need to use a laser detector. Also called a “laser receiver,” this type of laser sensor can help you locate the laser beam in environments where it is not visible to the naked eye.

How does a laser level work?

Rotating laser levels project a beam of light in a 360-degree range, allowing the user to create a horizontal or vertical plane. In reality, this beam of light is actually a single point of light that can rotate between 100 and 1100 revolutions per minute, creating the appearance of a 360-degree line. The beam of light is produced by what is called a diode, which in this case is simply a semiconductor that produces light when current flows through it.

Devices are not perfect, especially humans – Measurement accuracy
Standard measuring devices, such as a ruler, leave much more room for human error. Digital measuring devices come to the rescue. When you buy a power measuring tool, you can be sure that it will make very accurate measurements. You should be aware that nothing is accurate to the millimeter. The greater the distance you are measuring, the greater the uncertainty of its measurement. Measurement error is the difference between the measured quantity and its actual value.

Red or Green? – Laser Color
The color of a laser beam affects its brightness, visibility, and price. Green laser beams are more than four times brighter than red laser beams, making them easier to see. Unlike red lasers, green laser beams are more expensive due to manufacturing costs and can consume more energy than red laser beams. Red laser beams have a very low light frequency, making them a better choice for indoor use. In addition, red laser beams consume less energy and have a weaker beam, making them a safer laser that will not blind your helper.