- Is the DeWalt 165 good for hanging cabinets and track?
- Yes. The horizontal line and five spots handle level lines and plumb points for cabinet, shelving and track layout. It is accurate to about 1/4 inch per 100 feet, which is fine at typical room distances.
- How does it compare with a 360-degree laser?
- A 360-degree laser wraps a line around the room and often uses a green beam, so it is easier to see and covers more area in one setup. The DeWalt 165 is smaller and simpler, but you reposition it more often and the red beam is dimmer in bright light.
- Can I use it outdoors?
- Only in shade or low light. The red Class II beam is hard to see in direct sun, and the tool has no detector mode listed, so outdoor use is limited.
- What batteries does it take?
- It runs on AA batteries. The listing names 3 AA batteries in the title and 4 AA in the accessories, so check the box contents; either way, standard AAs are easy to swap on site.
- Does it work on uneven surfaces?
- It self-levels within about 4 degrees. Beyond that tilt it will not level and the beam blinks or shuts off, so set it on a roughly flat surface or a tripod.
- What is in the box?
- The laser, AA batteries and a carrying case. A tripod or mount is not included, so plan for one if you need height adjustment.
- Where is the Dewalt 165 Self-Leveling 5-Spot Horizontal Line Level with 3 AA Batteries & Case cheapest?
- At eBay, for $198.00, 34% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Dewalt 165 Self-Leveling 5-Spot Horizontal Line Level with 3 AA Batteries & Case?
- 14 stores we checked sell it, including eBay, Dewalt Authorized Seller, ToolUp.com, Acme Tools, Tool Nut.