Multi-purpose leveling device
US6834435B2 · kind B2 · utility
Inventor
Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 6, 2002 |
| Grant date | Dec 28, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 20, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01C9/28
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A multiple use level having an elongated body having two flange-like legs which extend at a right angle from one another from the corner apex. An L-shaped bracket is rotatably attached to one of the legs such that it may be freely rotated to any desired angle, then locked in position. The bracket includes a bull's-eye level on a first face thereof and a center line vial level attached to a rotating dial on a second face. A sighting laser may be detachably mounted on the L-shaped bracket. The level may be attached to a pipe or other member using magnets disposed in the body thereof or with an attachment cord. A flange bracket may be removable attached to one leg allowing pipe flanges to be oriented, alternatively the flange bracket may be integrated into the leg. Methods and processes for positioning construction members are also disclosed.
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