- Is the DW085K a line laser or a point laser?
- It is a point laser. It projects five beams as dots rather than continuous lines, so it is best for marking points and aligning track, not for drawing long visible lines.
- How accurate is it?
- DeWalt rates it at ±1/4 inch per 100 feet when self-leveled. That is typical for a jobsite point laser in this class.
- What powers the DW085K?
- It runs on 4 AA alkaline batteries. There is no rechargeable battery pack, so keep spares on hand for long days.
- What comes in the kit?
- The kit includes the laser and a kit box. A tripod is not included, though the magnetic pivoting bracket lets you mount it to metal surfaces.
- Can it be used for 90-degree layout?
- Yes. The micro-adjust knob lets you fine-tune the 90-degree intersecting beams over distance, which helps with square layout and track placement.
- How does it compare with a DeWalt line laser?
- A line laser shows full lines across a wall or floor, which is faster for straight runs. The DW085K gives five discrete points and a locking pendulum, which suits point marking and track work.
- Where is the DeWalt DW085K 5-Beam Self Leveling Laser Pointer cheapest?
- At eBay, for $198.00, 32% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the DeWalt DW085K 5-Beam Self Leveling Laser Pointer?
- 14 stores we checked sell it, including eBay, The Home Depot, Amazon, Dewalt Authorized Seller, ToolUp.com.