Empire Level LED Torpedo Level Review EM95.10

Having just come off reviewing the best bubble levels, we’ve covered box levels, digital levels, torpedo levels, pocket levels, and more. It’s been quite the ride. Well, the fun isn’t over quite yet, because this week, we’re looking at the em95.10 Empire Level LED Torpedo Level. If you like the idea of 10″ of sleek, durable aluminum, coupled with True Blue, UltraView LED visibility, then get psyched, ’cause you’re about to get all the torpedo-ing level-ness you can handle.

If you use Empire’s e95 series box level, you’ll recall that the LEDs offer fantastic visibility. They’re easy to read in broad daylight and even easier to read in darker lighting conditions. The UltraView LED, coupled with the UV-activated optical brightener, equates to high-definition viewing in any lighting condition. Those box levels also give us professional-grade accuracy at 0.0005″ per 1″, vials for finding level and plumb, and you have the option for rare earth magnets.

I say all that to make this point – the Empire Level LED Torpedo Level functions the same way as the rest of the e95 series, except in a smaller package. The visibility is still fantastic, you can still find level and plumb, and it houses a few rare earth magnets as well. Plus, as you might expect from a torpedo level, the em95.10 also has a center groove for pipework.

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A Closer Look

Visibility

The notable feature of the Empire Level LED Torpedo Level comes down to the inclusion of Empire’s UltraView Technology. Dual LEDs surround the vials, concentrating light onto the bubble. The vials also contain a UV-activated optical brightener, which works well in direct sunlight. High-contrast e-Band lines provide a starkness to the vials that allow the user to determine the level in any lighting condition.

To conserve battery power, the button turns on one vial’s lights or the other, not both at the same time. There is also a 2-minute auto shut-off to go with it. All in all, the LEDs help give this level top marks in the visibility category.

Durability

The Empire Level LED Torpedo Level features an all-aluminum frame with a top read vial. It also features a ruler groove that accommodates most straight edges and fits on most pipes.

This torpedo level houses 3 rare earth magnets that provide plenty of hold to metal structures.

Accuracy

Like the rest of the e95 series, the Empire Level LED Torpedo Level maintains 0.0005″ accuracy. Few levels guarantee a higher accuracy rating.

The downside for some Pros is the lack of a 45° vial or even better, a rotating vial. Still, there’s a balance of price and features to strike. So for Pros that only need the two vials, it’s a win.

Final Thoughts

The only real gripe we have with the Empire Level LED Torpedo Level is the lack of a 45° vial. Other than that, this little level is pretty great for work in tight spaces. The accuracy is excellent and the visibility is superb. It’s got a respectable IP54 rating, meaning that you don’t have to sweat using it in wetter or dustier conditions. It also has some impact protection, so won’t have to worry too much about dropping it. Retailing around $20, it’s a solid level to have to kick around in your toolbag.