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Disto Laser Distance Measuring Meter 650' (a5) by Leica GeoSystems

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Model	a5
Manufacturer	Leica
Category	Measuring Devices
Status	Discontinued

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The Leica DISTO™ a5 is really fast with high precision. Technically up to date, with proven ease of use, numerous additional functions and a cheeky design. The integrated telescopic viewer makes measuring straightforward even over larger distances.

Feature	Your benefit
Built-in telescopic viewer	Easy, precise measurements over long distances
Integrated calculator functions (+,-,x)	Increased flexibility of applications
Small, compact	Lightweight, robust and easy to handle
Additional features	e.g. indirect height and distance measurement (Pythagoras)
Tracking functions	Determines positions, measures minimum and maximum distances
Storage/constants	Stores the last 15 measured values plus 10 additional constants (e.g. ceiling heights)
Multifunctional end piece	Measures from both flat surfaces and out of corners

Specifications
Measuring range:	0.7 inch to 650 ft. within 1/16 inch
Measuring accuracy:	± 0.06" (1.5mm)
Time for a measurement:	Distance: 0.5 to about 4 sec. Tracking: 0.16 to about 1 sec.
Units of measure:	mm, cm, in, ft, ft in 1/16
Distance in ft/m:	32, 164, 328 inches
Distance in ft/m:	10, 50, 100 meters
Diameter of laser dot in inches:	0.2, 1.2, 2.4 inches
Diameter of laser dot in mm:	6, 30, 60 mm
Batteries:	(2) "AA" 1.5 Volt
Battery life:	Approx 10,000 readings
Weight including batteries:	11.11 oz. (335 g)
Dimensions:	6.8 x 2.9 x 1.8" (172 x 73 x 45 mm)