Pipe-laying Specialists · 25 Years

Pipe Lasers — Grade. Align. Lay.

Q: What's the advantage of a pipe laser over a rotating laser?

Three things — alignment and gradient at the same time (rotating lasers do one at a time), quicker indication of pipe position via a visible target plate (no chasing a receiver), and direct percentage grade input.

Q: What's the difference between red and green pipe lasers?

Both red (PL650, DR100) and green (PL650G, DR100G) options share <5mW Class 3 power output. Green has a marginally smaller dot for sharper target definition. PL650 (red) operates to 40°C, PL650G (green) to 35°C, DR100 / DR100G to 50°C for hot sites.

Q: How do I choose the right pipe laser?

Choose by laser colour (red/green for dot definition and temperature range), minimum pipe diameter the laser fits inside, operating temperature for site conditions, and electronic gradient range. All RedBack pipe lasers handle the core grade-and-alignment job out of the box.

Q: What else do I need to buy with my pipe laser?

Nothing. Every RedBack pipe laser comes complete with feet sets, targets, batteries, chargers, and a recent calibration certificate. Ready to use out of the box.

Q: How do I work out what grade to set?

Rise divided by run, multiplied by 100. For example, 1 m fall over 60 m = 1 ÷ 60 × 100 = 1.667%. Or use the RedBack Slope & Fall Calculator.

Pipe lasers are designed specifically for laying pipes at a particular grade. A powerful laser dot projects onto a target plate inside the pipe, so you can set alignment and gradient at the same time — accurately, visibly, without second-guessing a receiver. Plumbing, earthmoving, civil — pipe laid true, first time.

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RedBack DR100 pipe laser sitting inside a 100mm pipe with the dot on the target plate

Class 3<5mW Class 3 — the brightest legal output for construction in Australia

Up to 50°CDR100 / DR100G operating temperature — built for hot worksites

All-in-boxTargets, feet sets, batteries, charger, calibration cert — ready to use

The Range

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Four RedBack pipe lasers — PL650 and PL650G general-purpose, DR100 and DR100G heat-rated for hot sites. Pick by beam colour and operating temperature range.

Why a pipe laser?

When a pipe laser beats a rotating laser

Six reasons trades reach for a pipe laser when they’re laying pipe — most of them aren’t possible with a rotating laser at all.

Grade and alignment at once

A pipe laser sets both alignment and gradient simultaneously. Rotating lasers can only do one at a time — and only some even offer vertical alignment.

Visible target, not a receiver

A laser dot hits a target plate in the pipe. You see the position instantly — no chasing a receiver, no bleeping, no second-guessing.

Grade as a percentage

Input the grade directly — 1.667%, 2%, whatever the drawing calls for. Faster and more accurate than a remote manually tilting a rotating laser beam over.

Class 3 brightness

All RedBack pipe lasers are Class 3 (<5mW) — the maximum laser output legal for construction in Australia. Visible at distance, even down a long pipe run.

Heat-rated for hot sites

DR100 and DR100G operate up to 50°C. PL650 (red) to 40°C, PL650G (green) to 35°C. For summer earthmoving or covered trenches in full sun, the DR100 range is the right call.

Everything in the box

Feet sets, targets, batteries, charger, and a current calibration certificate — every RedBack pipe laser is ready to use the moment you open it. No surprise add-ons, no “extras required”.

Why RedBack

The RedBack difference

Anyone can sell a pipe laser. Few back it properly.

Ready out of the box

Heavy-duty construction, professional-quality performance, and a calibration certificate in every kit. Feet, targets, batteries and charger included — no hidden extras.

Built to last, built to be repaired

Solid construction, built for the long term. RedBack provides in-house repair and calibration services for all RedBack lasers and most other laser brands.

Real support, real people

Call us and you’ll speak to someone who knows the products. No scripts, no call centre, no runaround — just straight answers from people who’ve worked with these lasers for 25 years.

FAQ

Pipe Laser Questions

What is a pipe laser?

Pipe lasers are designed specifically for laying pipes at a particular grade. They produce a powerful laser dot that’s visible on a target plate mounted in a holder. The idea is to dig and lay pipe so the target sits in position — the laser dot inside the goal on the target confirms the pipe is on the correct grade, slope and fall. The laser is placed inside or on top of a pipe, or on a tripod at the start of the run.

What’s the advantage of a pipe laser over a rotating laser?

Three things. First — alignment and gradient at the same time, something rotating lasers can only do one at a time (and only certain rotating lasers offer vertical alignment). Second — quicker indication of pipe position, because a visible reference is always faster than chasing a receiver. Third — you input grade as a percentage directly, the easiest and most accurate way to set grades, versus manually angling a rotating laser beam.

What’s the difference between red and green pipe lasers?

RedBack pipe lasers are available in red (PL650, DR100) or green (PL650G, DR100G). Both share the same <5mW Class 3 power output — the maximum legal in Australia for construction. The green PL650G has a marginally smaller dot, so it defines more sharply on the target plate. The red PL650 has a wider operating temperature range (up to 40°C) than the green PL650G (35°C). For high-heat sites, DR100 / DR100G are heat-rated to 50°C.

How do I choose the right pipe laser?

Most pipe lasers operate the same way, but there are a few nuances. Key variations: laser colour (red or green — same brightness, different dot definition and temperature range), minimum pipe diameter the laser can fit inside, operating temperature range for your site conditions, and the electronic gradient range the laser can set. All RedBack pipe lasers handle the core job — accurate grade and alignment in one tool, ready out of the box.

What else do I need to buy with my pipe laser?

Nothing. Unlike a lot of other laser brands, every RedBack pipe laser comes complete with all the feet sets, targets, batteries and chargers needed to operate it, plus a recent calibration certificate. The laser is ready to use out of the box — no extras required.

How do I work out what grade to set?

If you’re given fall and run rather than a percentage, convert with simple maths: rise divided by run, times 100. For example, a 1 m fall every 60 m (1 in 60) = 1 ÷ 60 × 100 = 1.667%. Enter that percentage into the laser and you’re done. Or use our free Slope & Fall Calculator.

Real support. Real people.

25 years of specialist advice. One call away.

Choosing between red and green, or trying to match a pipe laser to your site conditions? Call and speak to someone who knows the kit — no scripts, no call centre.

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