Hilti PR 16 User Manual

The Magic Chalkline

Hilti PR16 rotating laser

Simply the better line.
For alignment in horizontal,
vertical and inclined planes,
setting out and transferring
right angles.

Simply practical

The fully-automatic Hilti PR16 rotating
laser comes into its own in indoor applica­tions, particularly where conventional, tra­ditional measuring equipment is presently
used. With the Hilti PR16 rotating laser ,
many of these everyday tasks can be car­ried out by a single person in only a frac­tion of the time previously taken. Quite
simply, this tool makes alignment in hori­zontal, vertical and inclined planes at a
distance of up to 150 metres, as well as
setting out and transferring right angles
and measuring points, easier than ever
before.

Versatility all round

Dependable

■ Even when knocked off level by an

impact or vibration, the horizontal
and vertical monitoring system and
shock cut-out prevent the transfer
of incorrect readings.

Versatile

■ One person can quickly and easily

align horizontal, vertical and inclined
planes or transfer measuring points
at right angles.

■ Variable speed of rotation for a wide

range of indoor applications and
optimal beam visibility up to
30 metres.

Convenient

■ Setting up is straightforward and

convenient as the PR16 levels itself
automatically (±5° vertically and
horizontally) for reliable accuracy.

■ Conventional batteries provide

power for up to 80 hours.

Simple

■ Thanks to its self-explanatory con-

trol panel, working with the Hilti
PR16 is very straightforward.

■ Measuring and aligning jobs that

previously required several persons
can be carried out more easily and
more quickly by one person.

Save even more time and money with
the PR16’s new “smart scan” function!

At distances of up to more than 30 metres,
with the aid of only a simple beam catcher
plate, the laser beam can be stopped at the
desired point where it is then conveniently
projected as an easily visible line

Efficiency counts!

Hilti PR16: simple + efficient

T raditional methods: complicated + costly

Vertical alignment

of pipes and ducts
in plumbing, heating
and air conditioning
installations

Horizontal alignment

for electrical instal­lations

Alignment at right

angles for drywall

installations

Installation of
conveyor belts on an

incline

Hilti rotating lasers
Ideal for indoor and outdoor applications

Hilti PR16:

Practical and versatile

For alignment in horizontal, vertical and inclined planes and
transferring right angles. The Hilti PR16’s innovative beam
catcher stops the beam and then projects it as a reference line –
without need for a remote control unit. Both hands remain free.

Hilti PR60:

Simple and robust

The Hilti PR60 is specially designed for levelling work in out­door applications. This robust tool is sealed to prevent the entry
of dust and water and is equipped with an outstanding vibration
absorption system.

Hilti PR16 rotating laser

■ Mainly for indoor applications

■ For short- to medium-distance work

■ High accuracy

■ Laser class 2: red, easily visible

Applications

■ Horizontal alignment of suspended ceilings and for electrical

installations

■ Vertical alignment of pipes and ducts in plumbing, heating

and air conditioning installations

■ T ransferring right angles for drywall installations

■ Installation of conveyor belts on an incline

Hilti PR60 rotating laser

■ For outdoor applications

■ For medium- to long-distance work

■ Very high accuracy

■ Laser class 1: infrared, invisible

Applications

■ Levelling work in general construction and civil engineering

■ Foundation excavations

■ Alignment of formwork, pouring and compacting concrete

■ Concrete foundations, floors and decks

For precise,
convenient alignment
in indoor applications

Pointing the way

Practical accessories from Hilti such as robust tripods,

telescopic staffs for transferring heights and useful adaptors
make the Hilti PR16 rotating laser easy to use for a wide
range of jobs.

On the mark – without remote control

At a distance of up to 30 m, where most remote controls are
already out of range, the innovative beam catcher can be
used to stop the laser beam at any desired position, where it
is then projected as a clear , extendable line.

Magically simple, or simply magic?

The Hilti PR16 not only leaves both hands free, it also
projects a precisely aligned line at the desired point, no
matter whether in the vertical or horizontal planes or at the
correct inclination. It can also set out right angles – quickly
and easily.

PR1 6 rotating laser

T echnical data

Laser class: Class 2/II, visible, 635 nm, < 1mW

(IEC825-1/EN60825; FDA 21 CFR 1040)

Range (radius): 1 to 30 m (3 to 100 ft) with beam catcher

2 to 150 m (6 to 500 ft) with manual detector
Accuracy (at 24° C/ + 75° F) ±1.0 mm / 10 m (±3/32w / 60 ft)
Self-levelling range: up to ±5°
Speed of rotation (r .p.m.): 0 (stop mode)

50 (additional manual mode)

80 (beam catcher mode)

300 (detector mode)

Battery life Alkaline > 80 hours
(at 24° C / + 75°F): (NiCd > 25 hours / NiMH > 40 hours)

T emperature range: Operating temperature: –20° C to +50° C ( –4° F to + 122° F)

Storage temperature: –30° C to +60° C (–22° F to + 140° F)
IP protection class (dust and water): IP 42 M (in accordance with IEC 529)
Dimensions (L=W=H) 183=168=234 mm (7.2=6.6=9.2w)

PR16 rotating laser

Ordering designation Item no.

PR16 rotating laser 371896/2

Comprising: 1 PR16 rotating laser , 4 batteries (type D, alkaline), 1 beam catcher,
1 operating instructions, packed complete in a Hilti toolbox and cardboard box

PR16

PA311

PA331

PA350

Accessories

Ordering designation Item no.

PA 311 wall bracket 371902/8
PA 331 beam catcher 371900/2
PA 350 manual detector 311393/3
PA 931 tripod 315995/5
PA 950 telescopic staff 310986/5

Additional accessories

Ordering designation Item no.

PA 910 tripod 310980/8
PA 911 tripod 372893/8
PA 920 tripod 310982/4
PA 930 tripod 310984/0
PA 370 sight rail adaptor 333834/0
PA 371 tripod adaptor 335525/2
PA 372 facade adaptor 335526/0
PA 360 detector clamp 311778/5
PA 951 measuring staff (metric scale) 338129/0
PA 970 laser glasses 311212/5

PA950

PA931

Laser beams are represented by red lines in the photographs and illustrations

Hilti Corporation
FL-9494 Schaan
Principality ofLiechtenstein

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