What is another word for non-contact laser range finder?
Pronunciation: [nˈɒnkˈɒntakt lˈe͡ɪzə ɹˈe͡ɪnd͡ʒ fˈa͡ɪndə] (IPA) 
A non-contact laser range finder is a device that uses a laser beam to determine the distance to an object without physical contact. Other possible synonyms for this device could be a laser distance meter, a laser tape measure, a laser rangefinder, or simply a distance scanner. These devices are commonly used in construction, surveying, and manufacturing industries, among others, to measure distances with high accuracy and speed. Non-contact laser range finders can also come in different types and sizes, from handheld devices to larger mounted units. Regardless of the specific type, these instruments all operate on the same principle of emitting a laser beam and measuring the time it takes to reflect back from the target.
