Jfarris
Well-Known Member
I have used a Trimble 722 for the last 8 years and need to buy a new dual slope laser. Does anyone have any opinions on this laser from Topcon?
I used an older RT-5SA for years and It ran great, stable, good battery life, super accurate. Now i sell them and see how often come in for service, Hardly ever!!! The last few were due to user error!!! Dropped!!! They now have a 5 year warranty!!!! Dollar for dollar i think they are a winner!!
While Topcon's RT-5SW is a great laser and the RT-5SA used to be, be aware that Topcon no longer supports or repairs the RT-5SA. None of their dealers, the California location, nor their Japan location repairs the unit if it does not function. Trust me, I know. I now have a very expensive boat anchor. The up side is that the battery pack holder does work on the RT-5SW.
If you need a laser that can shoot 2,000 or more feet with amazing accuracy the RT-5SW is your only choice.
If they no longer repair them...why do they offer a 5 year warranty? I asked my local dealer and they said that if there was a problem that they would repair it...