Quick Facts — 15720 Straight edge
- Model: 15720
- EAN: 5903755157201
- Type: Straight edge with 2 vials
- Length: 2000 mm
- Accuracy: 0.5 mm/1 m
- Material: Aluminium
The aluminium straight edge is a 2000 mm measuring rule with 2 vials for checking flat and plumb surfaces, supplied by Proline. Accuracy is 0.5 mm/1 m.
The vials are UV-resistant, keeping the reading clear when working outdoors. The profile is aluminium and weighs 1.800 kg.
Key benefits of straight edge 15720
Straight edge 15720 gives a measuring length of 2000 mm with an accuracy of 0.5 mm/1 m. That is enough to check flatness over longer spans in one position:
- Aluminium profile weighing 1.800 kg
- UV-resistant vials that withstand sunlight
- 2 vials for reading in two directions
- Accuracy 0.5 mm/1 m
How straight edge 15720 is used in plane surveying
The straight edge is laid against the surface and flatness is read off the vials. The 2000 mm length covers a wide area per measurement. The product comes with a horizontal vial or with a combined horizontal and vertical vial, so that both level and plumb surfaces can be checked.
Technical Specifications
| Length | 2000 mm |
| Weight | 1.800 kg |
| Number of vials | 2 |
| Vial | UV-resistant |
Chosen by: Bricklayers, Concrete finishers, Tilers, Plasterers.
Found in: Bricklaying, Concrete work, Tiling, Plastering.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is straight edge 15720 suitable for checking flat surfaces over longer spans?
Yes. Straight edge 15720 is 2000 mm long with an accuracy of 0.5 mm/1 m, so a two-metre surface is checked in one position. It does require two metres of free space.
Does straight edge 15720 withstand outdoor use in sunlight?
Yes. The vials of straight edge 15720 are UV-resistant, and the profile is aluminium weighing 1.800 kg.
How does straight edge 15720 differ from other straight edges?
Straight edge 15720 has 2 vials, a length of 2000 mm and an accuracy of 0.5 mm/1 m in an aluminium profile weighing 1.800 kg. The vials are UV-resistant.