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Kapro - 170 Samson Contractor Heavy Duty I-Beam with Plumb Site Level - Features Horizontal and Vertical Vials and Dual-View Plumb Site - Aluminum - 48 Inch

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Size: 48-Inch


Style: Samson - Magnetic


Features

  • ACCURATE - The heavy duty Kapro 170 Samson Contractor I-Beam Level features precise and accurate vials to help you level and measure with ease.
  • MAGNIFIED - This I-Beam level has brightly colored cylindrical vials; one horizontal and one Plumb Site Dual-View. The Plumb Site is designed to provide the traditional side view of the plumb vial as well as the unique ability to view plumb from the front.
  • MULTI-PURPOSE - The Kapro 170 is perfect for serious contractors. Use these professional levels for masonry, carpentry, construction, and more!
  • DURABLE - The sturdy aluminum frame and shock absorbing rubber end caps withstand harsh conditions on the job site.
  • KAPRO - We reimagine precision tools and accessories for professional craftsmen to weekend warriors while setting high standards by driving innovation in our designs.

Brand: KAPRO


Material: Aluminum


Color: Red


Product Dimensions: 48"L x 48"W


Style: Samson - Magnetic


Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 48 x 1 x 2.4 inches; 2.15 Pounds


Item model number ‏ : ‎ 170-81-48M


Date First Available ‏ : ‎ April 1, 2006


Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Kapro


Country of Origin ‏ : ‎ USA


Best Sellers Rank: #158,461 in Tools & Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement) #264 in Levels


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Customer Reviews: 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 261 ratings


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Top Amazon Reviews


  • Great 2' level
Size: 24-Inch Style: Samson - Non Magnetic
I am a carpenter by trade so this is a tool I use daily. The design of this level, being able to look through the back side and see the bubble is great. High quality and the rubber ends are easy to remove and replace. Great level for the money. Now I need to get the 4' and 6' versions. Don't hesitate just buy if your looking for a quality level. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 5, 2023 by Mike Greco

  • GREAT QUALITY
Size: 24-Inch Style: Samson - Non Magnetic
functional and heavy duty
Reviewed in the United States on January 17, 2025 by Neva Durham

  • Well Done
Size: 24-Inch Style: Samson - Magnetic
The price is Right, the weight is light, and I just might use it on my next big job for a year and a half. Butt seriously it is a phenomenal level. Excellent design I am a Stabila owner and these make steel stud frame work and door and window installation a breeze.
Reviewed in the United States on May 25, 2021 by Wil

  • Nice level, seems to work well, seems more plastic than aluminum
Size: 48-Inch Style: Samson - Magnetic
Got this level when Amazon appeared to have an especially low price (and it went up after I ordered it). The vials are especially easy to read, and the cut outs in the top surface makes it very easy to read. The description is pretty accurate, and all the features appear to be just exactly the way they are described. The magnets are strong. This level is supposedly aluminum. Either there is a thick plastic coating on a thin aluminum structure, or only the top and bottom edges are aluminum. The level is very light, but it doesn't seem flimsy, it's just seems to be more plastic than metal. What I want out of a level is: a) The level is really level. The surfaces do appear to be milled. I don't have a machinist's straight edge to check it, but it seems very flat. My caliper says that the edges are parallel. b) Easy to read - the vials on this level are easy to read, and the bubble is the right size to judge level c) Rugged enough to not worry about handling it - I have some concerns here, but as I said, it's not at all flimsy For what I paid for it, it's a great value. At the current price, you can get an empire level, which is a bit more hefty, but doesn't appear to me to be as accurate or as easy to use ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 26, 2010 by brtech

  • Strong and sturdy
Size: 48-Inch Style: Samson - Non Magnetic
My father in law loves using this tool every time he levels his projects
Reviewed in the United States on April 2, 2024 by Rachael Facenda

  • Not good for a professional or important project.
In my opinion the verticle bubbles are too far toward the ends and make reading more difficult with such a long level. First time using it I found both of the vertical bubbles are off 3/16 to 1/4 inch in the 6 feet. I use my level daily and accuracy is important in my lime of work. The horizontal bubble is true but the verticle isn't. I verified by simply spinning the level using the other flat plain and if the bubble shows the same your level is true but if, like this one. The bubble shifts or is different then you can be confident your level is defective. I had a video but Amazon said it was in violation somehow. And one last thing, the level came with a scan code that said if you're unsatisfied for any reason contact us and when I use the scan code it took me to a website that said the websites no longer available or invalid so the company might not be around for any type of warranty or replacement. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 15, 2025 by Frank

  • Not sure about this product
Size: 24-Inch Style: Samson - Magnetic
Not a great product looks better in the photos then what I received so I returned mine...
Reviewed in the United States on June 11, 2025 by Luke

  • Price
Size: 48-Inch Style: Samson - Magnetic
Doing a basement, all steel beams . Very light level, Good rubber on ends , magnetic holds good on corner beads . Shipping could have been better, bigger box with no packing, but very good price. Accuracy,easy to read, light weight.
Reviewed in the United States on March 25, 2021 by Fred Dimino

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