TruPulse Laser Range Finder

Sometimes, when I am out on the field, I am not confident that I am capturing the right measurements that I need. I get worried especially when I am trying to measure the sag of a power line or the height of a telecom tower. I was so nervous that I bought a new laser so that I would be secure and certain with my work.

The instrument that I purchased is called the TruPulse Laser Range Finder. It is such a practical device because it is small enough to fit in my vest pocket. The TruPulse Laser Range Finder, made by Laser Technologies Inc., goes beyond a “Laser Range Finder’s” regular capabilities. Not only can you measure a range, but you can also instantly measure a slope distance, inclination and azimuth and calculate horizontal and vertical distance all with a single push of a button.

There are a couple of different models of the TruPulse Laser. There is the TruPulse 200, 200B, 360 and 360B. The TruPulse 200 model measures horizontal and vertical distances, slope distance and inclination. It comes standard with a serial port, offers in-scope data display with 7x power optics and runs on 2 AA batteries. The TruPulse 200B model offers all the same functionality as the standard 200 model, but this laser has Bluetooth capabilities for wireless data collection.

The most advanced model is the TruPulse 360 Laser Range Finder. The TruPulse 360 Laser Range Finder has an integrated compass that allows you to measure azimuth and provides an extra onboard solution called the missing line. This is a simple two shot routine that instantly computes the distance inclination and azimuth direction value between any two remote points. Using exclusive TruVector compass technology, you can now obtain the best possible azimuth accuracy regardless of what pitch or angle you shot from. No other compass laser range finder can do that. The TruPulse 360B offers all the same functionality as the standard 360 model, but this laser has Bluetooth capabilities for wireless data collection

All the TruPulse Laser Range Finders have an onboard solution that only requires three shots to calculate a height or clearance value of any target. Since your last two shots are only measuring the inclination values to the top and base, you never need a clear line of sight to your target. The range of all of the TruPulse Laser Range Finder’s is 3,280 feet and 6,560 feet with a target plate. They all measure in feet, yards, meters and degrees and they are resistant to water and dust and most drops.You can quickly and accurately verify potential obstructions, span between poles, sag of power lines, as well as measure conductor clearance, crossbar heights and pole spans all without putting yourself in harms way. You can confirm bridge clearance, survey a stream and verify its width, measure spans and validate slope grades from the safety and convenience of one spot.

For downloading data into any compatible data collector, you can use the standard RS232 serial port or Bluetooth that is found in the TruPulse "B" models. Each shot taken automatically downloads a full data string that comprises of horizontal, slope and vertical distance, the degree of inclination, and azimuth values. These measurements can be used to remotely position a target when integrating with GPS or add a height value as an attribute in GIS.

Having superior optics with 7-power magnification and in-scope data display, you'll always be confident you are capturing the right measurement to the correct target. If your measurement were ever in question, you can toggle on the Closest or Farthest Mode to ensure the laser sensor is ignoring unwanted obstructions that are either in front or behind your desired target.

Leica Disto D330 Smart Horizontal mode Laser Distance Measuring

You can imagine how upset I was when I found out that Leica Geosystems was discontinuing the Leica Disto D3 Laser Distance Measurer Model. I couldn’t understand why they would discontinue such an affordable, accurate and efficient machine. I was very puzzled by Leica Geosystems decision, until I was forwarded the information about the Leica Disto D330 Laser Distance Measurer that Leica is releasing.

The Leica Disto D330 Laser Distance Measurer offers high precision at the touch of a button. Its accuracy is 1/16” at one hundred feet! The Leica Disto D330 large, illuminated display shows the measurement results and supplementary information clearly and legibly. It also has a soft grip and more rugged housing.

Thanks to Leica Disto D330 Smart Horizontal Mode, you can determine the horizontal distance precisely and simply because it can calculate the combination of distance and tilt measurements for you. If you take a measurement at an inclination of ± 45°, the Leica Disto D330 always calculates the shortest distance. Therefore, you can measure quickly and easily, even over the top of objects and people.
In addition, The Leica Disto D330 can calculate rectangular and triangular areas, volumes, room dimensions and various types of Pythagoras functions. It has enough memory to hold up to 20 measurements. All you need to do is aim the instrument straight at the target point, whether measuring out of corners, slots or from edges. The instrument detects the end piece automatically, which helps you avoid expensive measuring errors. The Leica Disto D330 will work great for anyone working as a plumber, electrician, plasterer, architect, appraiser, real estate agent, window installer, floorer, painter or a joiner!