DeWalt Cross Line Laser Level DW088K 165 Foot Red Self Leveling (Plus Minus 1/8 Inch Accuracy IP54 Rated Magnetic Mount Carrying Case Included)
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DeWalt DW088K 165-Foot Self-Leveling Red Cross-Line Laser Level
The DeWalt DW088K Self-Leveling Cross-Line Laser Level is an industrial optical alignment instrument engineered for precise horizontal leveling, vertical plumb transfer, and 90-degree square layout across commercial drywall framing, wall tile installation, cabinet mounting, and drop ceiling grid fitting. Delivering bright red intersecting lines with an accuracy rating of ±1/8 inch at 30 feet, this tool features an integrated magnetic pivoting bracket, full-time pulse mode extending working range up to 165 feet with a digital detector, and an IP54 debris and water resistance rating. Built with a rubber overmolded housing rated to withstand 3-foot (1-meter) jobsite drops, the unit operates up to 20 hours on three AA alkaline batteries and mounts to standard 1/4"-20 tripod studs.
Best Used For:
- Wall Tile & Flooring Grid Layout: Projecting plumb cross-lines onto backerboard and concrete subfloors to establish square tile starting baselines.
- Acoustical Drop Ceiling & Cabinet Installation: Projecting continuous level reference lines around room perimeters to align wall track and upper wall cabinets.
- Metal Stud Framing & Drywall Track Alignment: Establishing vertical plumb lines from floor to ceiling for track layout in commercial interior partition framing.
Key Performance & Safety Features
- Precision Self-Leveling Cross-Lines: Automatically levels internal pendulum to project accurate horizontal and vertical plumb lines within ±1/8 in. at 30 ft.
- Full-Time Pulse Mode (165 Ft. Extended Range): Maintains full line brightness while enabling pulse signal communication with digital laser detectors for long-distance outdoor layouts.
- Integrated Magnetic Pivoting Base: Rear-mounted rare-earth magnets adhere securely to steel studding, iron I-beams, and metal wall brackets.
- IP54 Environmental Water/Dust Protection: Sealed housing guards internal optical diodes and pendulum dampeners against jobsite dust, debris, and water spray.
- Drop-Tested Protective Overmold Body: Rubberized protective shell absorbs impacts and protects internal calibration mechanics from 3 ft (1 m) drops.
- Standard 1/4"-20 Threaded Tripod Mount: Threaded base socket attaches directly to standard elevator tripods and telescoping extension poles.
What's Included
- (1) DeWalt DW088K Self-Leveling Red Cross-Line Laser Level
- (1) Wall Mount Position Bracket
- (3) AA Alkaline Batteries
- (1) Heavy-Duty Blow-Molded Storage Case
Technical Specifications
| Brand / Manufacturer | DeWalt |
| Model / Part Number | DW088K |
| Maximum Working Range Capacity | Up to 165.0 ft (with optional line detector) / 50.0 ft (visible) |
| Levelling Accuracy Rating | ±1/8 in. @ 30 ft (±3.175 mm @ 9.14 m) |
| Laser Projection Style | 2-Line Cross-Line (Horizontal & Vertical) |
| Laser Diode Wavelength & Color | Red Beam Line Projection |
| Self-Leveling Pendulum Mechanism | Automatic Self-Leveling Pendulum |
| Environmental Ingress Rating | IP54 (Dust & Water Resistant) |
| Mounting Threaded Socket Size | 1/4 in. - 20 Thread UNC |
| Power Supply & Battery Runtime | 3 AA Alkaline Batteries (Included) / Up to 20 Hours Runtime |
| Overall Dimensions Metric / Imperial | 4.4 in. H x 4.4 in. L x 2.4 in. W (113 mm H x 112 mm L x 61 mm W) |
| Net Product Weight Specification | 3.6 lbs (1.63 kg / 57.6 oz) |
Pro-Tip: Always lock or power down the internal pendulum switch before moving the laser to a new station; securing the internal gimbal during transport preserves optical sensor calibration and protects self-leveling pivot bearings.
