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Is this a good leveling tool?

Hi,

I recently came accross this item, while reading on a forum.

http://srm-tech.co.uk/epages/4c008923-2265-416e-a207-cc9dd8b06028.sf/en_GB/?ObjectPath=/Shops/4c008923-2265-416e-a207-cc9dd8b06028/Products/TSL1

I used my clearaudio level gauge to level my TT but I can't place the level gauge in the very center of the platter. This one can be placed on the very center. Is it helpful or is the presentation of it o the SRM-tech website just rubbish? Has anyone here used this item before?

Otherwise they have a clamp with a bubble level as well. Any feedback would be welcome.

http://srm-tech.co.uk/epages/4c008923-2265-416e-a207-cc9dd8b06028.sf/en_GB/?ObjectPath=/Shops/4c008923-2265-416e-a207-cc9dd8b06028/Products/RSC

Best,

B.
boozendormi
zd542
5,339 posts
 
Assuming the platter is to specs, it shouldn't matter what level you use. The only difference would be that if you use a straight bubble level, you just need take 2 non parallel measurements. (90 degrees rotation is easiest.) It doesn't matter if the level doesn't pass through the center of the platter.
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wntrmute2
188 posts
 
I don't believe their statements regarding only a level that fits over the spindle
hole is appropriate. That would imply that different parts of the platter are in
different planes. Better get rid of that platter then! If that were true, no level
would work. A 2x4, pipe etc. will be level if one end is level as long as it is not
bent. Buy a good quality machinist's level and learn to trust it. Much more
expensive than what you are looking at but if you want accuracy.
I
recommend and use the 8 inch model
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tls49
1,351 posts
 
But what about placing the bubble level in the exact center of the platter? Is it really more accurate?
No, if the platter is level, then any place on the platter will be the same, level. If there is a difference between two points on the platter, then as Wntrmute2 said, "Better get rid of that platter then!"
boozendormi OP
11 posts
 
Right. That makes totally sense to me when you explain things that way. Thank you gentlemen for your accurate and detailed answers.
mt10425
1,138 posts
 
I use a digital straight level in the manner ZD explained. The digital readout is a bit more accurate than a bubble.
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