Why is maximum measuring range not an everyday guarantee?
The greatest advertised measuring distance is achieved under particular conditions. A large reflector often returns much more light than a small or angled object. The colour visible to the eye does not reliably indicate how well a surface reflects the laser light being used.
The greatest advertised measuring distance is achieved under particular conditions. A large reflector often returns much more light than a small or angled object. The colour visible to the eye does not reliably indicate how well a surface reflects the laser light being used.
The illuminated area also grows with distance. Not all the light will necessarily hit the intended object. An obstacle in front or a surface behind it may return additional signals. Bright ambient light can make it harder for the instrument to identify the correct signal.
Two objects at the same distance are therefore not necessarily equally easy to measure. A useful comparison states the object’s size and type, lighting, visibility and the proportion of successful measurements. If a manufacturer gives different ranges for reflective and natural objects, each value belongs to its stated conditions. The highest number is not a guarantee for every everyday situation.