Mechanical scales, a tool that helps you maintain proportion and accuracy!

November 15, 2024

A mechanical scale is an important tool for craftsmen, helping to maintain proportion and accuracy. There are different types of scales, self-leveling, laser, and standard.

The tool is also easy to use when working with metal, as it has magnets attached to the inside, allowing it to stay horizontally on metal structures.

How to use Tarazo?

Clean the scale, removing all sediment and dirt from the edges.
Mark a line on the wall along the bottom edge.
Turn the scale over so that the top edge is where the bottom edge is. Place the new top edge along the marked line. If the scale is straight, your surface is accurate. If not, it is defective.
Place the level on the surface of the object for which you want to adjust the correct horizon. Make sure that the level is parallel to the object.
Align your eyes with the level of the scale. To read accurately, close one eye.
Note where the vial is inside the scale. If it is centered between the pipe lines, your object is level. If the vial is to the right of the lines, your object is tilted down from right to left. If the tip is to the left of the lines, your object is tilted down from left to right.

Mechanical scale with laser:

A mechanical level with laser is a handy tool used for construction, woodworking, and various small jobs. It combines the functionality of a traditional mechanical level with the added precision of a laser for precise tasks.

The device combines a spirit level, which usually consists of a sealed tube that is partially filled with a liquid (often alcohol), and an air bubble. When the bubble is centered between two marked lines, it indicates the surface level.

Many models have magnets on the base, which allows Securely mounts mechanical scales to metal surfaces, such as pipes or metal supports, which contributes to safe operation.

The laser component emits a visible beam that is transmitted to the surface. This beam provides a precise reference line for alignment. Typically, the laser can be adjusted horizontally or vertically to suit different jobs.

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