I just researched the market for digital inclinometers, since Aircraft
Spruce offers two - one, by Kell-Strom, for about $200, and the SmartLevel
(or SmartTool), for about $100.
According to Kell_Strom, the Pro360 and the SmartLevel are essentially the
same. They use the same sensor module, and offer the same accuracy. The
Pro360 is setup more for aviation use, and has some interesting attachments.
However, the Pro360 offers an "alternate zero" function, which allows you to
zero the inclinometer at any angle. Older versions of the SmartLevel also
had this feature, but the new models have deleted it - not much use for it
in the building trades, for which the SmartLevel is designed. I can do
subtraction, so I don't see much reason for spending the extra $100 for this
feature.
If you're really persnickety, Kell-Strom offers the PRO3600, which is twice
to three times as accurate as the PRO360, reads out in 0.01 degree
increments, and can download measurements to your PC. Cost, roughly $330.
Shaun Simpkins
A207
----- Original Message -----
From: "John Cliff" <john@crixbinfield.freeserve.co.uk>
Subject: Digital inclinometers
> Forwarded from the bounce bin. Message is from
> "Steve Pitt" <stevenwpitt@cwcom.net>
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> 1) Has anyone got any advice on the use / purchase of one of these items
for
> setting up tailplanes etc. - or alternatives. The only versions I can find
> are in the Aircraft Spruce book at $98.
> Thanks
> Steve Pitt #403
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