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- Lufkin®P2000 Series™ 10' SAE Yellow Blade Power Return Tape Measuring Tape (P2210)P2000 Series™ 10' SAE Yellow Blade Power Return Tape Measuring Tape by Lufkin®. Crescent Lufkin® built its reputation on durability and these new tapes are no exception. The P2000 Series cases are made of durable, polished chrome,...Compact chrome-finished caseToggle lock positioned on top of the tape doesn't require sliding to lock$13.23
- Lufkin®P2000 Series™ 12' SAE Yellow Chrome Case Clad Blade Power Return Measuring Tape (P2312N)P2000 Series™ 12' SAE Yellow Chrome Case Clad Blade Power Return Measuring Tape (P2312N) by Lufkin®. Crescent Lufkin® built its reputation on durability and these new tapes are no exception. The P2000 Series cases are made of...Compact chrome-finished caseToggle lock positioned on top of the tape doesn't require sliding to lock$18.27
- Lufkin®P2000 Series™ 12' SAE Yellow Chrome Case Clad Blade Power Return Measuring Tape (P2312DN)P2000 Series™ 12' SAE Yellow Chrome Case Clad Blade Power Return Measuring Tape (P2312DN) by Lufkin®. Crescent Lufkin® built its reputation on durability and these new tapes are no exception. The P2000 Series cases are made of...Compact chrome-finished caseToggle lock positioned on top of the tape doesn't require sliding to lock$18.27
- Lufkin®P2000 Series™ 12' SAE Yellow Chrome Case Clad Blade Power Return Measuring Tape (P2212N)P2000 Series™ 12' SAE Yellow Chrome Case Clad Blade Power Return Measuring Tape (P2212N) by Lufkin®. Crescent Lufkin® built its reputation on durability and these new tapes are no exception. The P2000 Series cases are made of...Compact chrome-finished caseToggle lock positioned on top of the tape doesn't require sliding to lock$16.77
- Lufkin®P2000 Series™ 12' SAE Yellow Chrome Case Clad Blade Power Return Measuring Tape (P2212DXN)P2000 Series™ 12' SAE Yellow Chrome Case Clad Blade Power Return Measuring Tape (P2212DXN) by Lufkin®. Crescent Lufkin® built its reputation on durability and these new tapes are no exception. The P2000 Series cases are made of...Compact chrome-finished caseToggle lock positioned on top of the tape doesn't require sliding to lock$16.28
- Lufkin®P2000 Series™ 13' (4 m) SAE/Metric Yellow Chrome Case Clad Blade Power Return Measuring Tape (P2034CMEN)P2000 Series™ 13' (4 m) SAE/Metric Yellow Chrome Case Clad Blade Power Return Measuring Tape (P2034CMEN) by Lufkin®. Crescent Lufkin® built its reputation on durability and these new tapes are no exception. The P2000 Series cases are...Compact chrome-finished caseToggle lock positioned on top of the tape doesn't require sliding to lock$18.76
- Lufkin®P2000 Series™ 13' (4 m) SAE/Metric Yellow Clad Blade Power Return Measuring Tape (P2034CME)P2000 Series™ 13' (4 m) SAE/Metric Yellow Clad Blade Power Return Measuring Tape by Lufkin®. Crescent Lufkin® built its reputation on durability and these new tapes are no exception. The P2000 Series cases are made of durable,...Compact chrome-finished caseToggle lock positioned on top of the tape doesn't require sliding to lock$15.75
- Lufkin®P2000 Series™ 16' SAE Yellow Chrome Case Clad Blade Power Return Measuring Tape (P2316N)P2000 Series™ 16' SAE Yellow Chrome Case Clad Blade Power Return Measuring Tape (P2316N) by Lufkin®. Crescent Lufkin® built its reputation on durability and these new tapes are no exception. The P2000 Series cases are made of...Compact chrome-finished caseToggle lock positioned on top of the tape doesn't require sliding to lock$22.06
- Lufkin®P2000 Series™ 26' (8 m) SAE/Metric Yellow Chrome Case Clad Blade Power Return Measuring Tape (P2048CMEN)P2000 Series™ 26' (8 m) SAE/Metric Yellow Chrome Case Clad Blade Power Return Measuring Tape (P2048CMEN) by Lufkin®. Crescent Lufkin® built its reputation on durability and these new tapes are no exception. The P2000 Series cases are...Compact chrome-finished caseToggle lock positioned on top of the tape doesn't require sliding to lock$26.53
- Lufkin®P2000 Series™ 33' SAE Yellow Chrome Case Clad Blade Power Return Measuring Tape (P2133N)P2000 Series™ 33' SAE Yellow Chrome Case Clad Blade Power Return Measuring Tape (P2133N) by Lufkin®. Crescent Lufkin® built its reputation on durability and these new tapes are no exception. The P2000 Series cases are made of...Compact chrome-finished caseToggle lock positioned on top of the tape doesn't require sliding to lock$29.08
- Lufkin®Pro Series™ 100' SAE Fiberglass Measuring Tape (PSFE100)Pro Series™ 100' SAE Fiberglass Measuring Tape by Lufkin®. Whether you're a keen DIYer or a pro, this practical tool is great to have at hand in your toolbox. Designed with key attention to detail, it will let you carry out...Patents PendingInterchangeable End Hooks for User Convenience$70.10
- Lufkin®Professional™ 12" SAE Measuring Wheel (PSMW48N)Professional™ 12" SAE Measuring Wheel by Lufkin®. Suitable for measuring vertical, horizontal or curved surfaces, the large Crescent Lufkin® Professional SAE Measuring Wheel displays surface dimensions in feet and inches for quick,...Bolstered folding joint allows for compact storage and a longer product lifeOver-mold pistol grip handle for increased user comfort$77.66
- Lufkin®Quikread™ 16' SAE Yellow Clad Power Return Measuring Tape (PQR1316N)Quikread™ 16' SAE Yellow Clad Power Return Measuring Tape (PQR1316N) by Lufkin®. Crescent Lufkin® built its reputation on durability and these new tapes are no exception. The P1000 Series cases are made of tough ABS plastic, modified...Graduations printed in fractions and decimal equivalents, then vertically oriented for quicker measurement readingOver-mold case protects the tape from impact and makes it easier to grip$17.16
- Lufkin®Red End™ 6' SAE Natural Wood Ruler with Two 6" Slide Ruler Extension (TX46N)Red End™ 6' SAE Natural Wood Ruler with Two 6" Slide Ruler Extension (TX46N) by Lufkin®. Since 1869, Crescent Lufkin® has stood at the forefront of measuring tools and equipment, with industry-leading quality and innovation. We...Graduated slide rule extends up to 6 feetStops at each end to prevent slide from falling out$28.10
- Lufkin®Red End™ 6' SAE White Wood Ruler Used Brick Mason (T636N)Red End™ 6' SAE White Wood Ruler Used Brick Mason (T636N) by Lufkin®. Whether you're a keen DIYer or a pro, this practical tool is great to have at hand in your toolbox. Designed with key attention to detail, it will let you carry out...For use in brick laying applicationsDurable construction with brass plated joints and brass end caps that prevent the ends from splintering$24.91
- Lufkin®Red End™ 8' SAE White Wood Ruler with 6" Slide Rule Extension (X48N)Red End™ 8' SAE White Wood Ruler with 6" Slide Rule Extension (X48N) by Lufkin®. Since 1869, Crescent Lufkin® has stood at the forefront of measuring tools and equipment, with industry-leading quality and innovation. We enable the...Graduated slide rule extends up to 8 feetStops at each end to prevent slide from falling out$35.12
- Lufkin®Series 1000™ 25' SAE Replacement Blade (RY425)Series 1000™ 25' SAE Replacement Blade (RY425) by Lufkin®. Whether you're a keen DIYer or a pro, this practical tool is great to have at hand in your toolbox. Designed with key attention to detail, it will let you carry out...Will help you get the job done with more precisionThought-out design for convenience and ease of use$16.59
- Lufkin®Shockforce Nite Eye™ 16' SAE G1 Dual Sided Measuring Tape (L1116B-02)Shockforce Nite Eye™ 16' SAE G1 Dual Sided Measuring Tape by Lufkin®. Whether you're a keen DIYer or a pro, this practical tool is great to have at hand in your toolbox. Designed with key attention to detail, it will let you carry out...Tether point can also be used for scribing and drawing arcs during layoutSteel tether point offers increased safety capability when working at height$26.78
- Lufkin®Shockforce™ 16' (5 m) SAE/Metric Dual Sided Measuring Tape (L1116CME)Shockforce™ 16' (5 m) SAE/Metric Dual Sided Measuring Tape (L1116CME) by Lufkin®. Introducing the toughest tapes to ever hit a jobsite. Shockforce brings new meaning to the term high performance with a full 14 Ft. of standout and the...Diamond-coated end hook grabs material from every direction and prevents slippageNarrow blade technology offers reduced weight when carrying a tape all day on the job site$29.90
- Lufkin®Shockforce™ 26' (8 m) SAE/Metric Dual Sided Measuring Tape (L1125CME)Shockforce™ 26' (8 m) SAE/Metric Dual Sided Measuring Tape (L1125CME) by Lufkin®. Introducing the toughest tapes to ever hit a jobsite. Shockforce brings new meaning to the term high performance with a full. of standout and the...Diamond-coated end hook grabs material from every direction and prevents slippageNarrow blade technology offers reduced weight when carrying a tape all day on the job site$38.13
- Lufkin®Shockforce™ 33' (10 m) SAE/Metric Dual Sided Measuring Tape (L1135CME)Shockforce™ 33' (10 m) SAE/Metric Dual Sided Measuring Tape (L1135CME) by Lufkin®. Introducing the toughest tapes to ever hit a jobsite. Shockforce brings new meaning to the term high performance with a full of standout and the...Diamond-coated end hook grabs material from every direction and prevents slippageNarrow blade technology offers reduced weight when carrying a tape all day on the job site$44.18
- Lufkin®Western Chrome Clad™ 100' SAE Measuring Tape (C1676D)Western Chrome Clad™ 100' SAE Measuring Tape by Lufkin®. Whether you're a keen DIYer or a pro, this practical tool is great to have at hand in your toolbox. Designed with key attention to detail, it will let you carry out measurements...Blank Space at Each EndTurning Handle Locks Line at Any Position$200.96
- Mayes®24" SAE Straight Edge Aluminum Ruler (10188)24" SAE Straight Edge Aluminum Ruler (10188) by Mayes®. The Aluminum Ruler by Mayes will always measure up. Sturdy and light, straight and accurate, it's ideal for a wide range of hobbies and professional jobs. It is made of 0.090 inch...Crafted from Sturdy and Lightweight Extruded-AluminumThermo-Bonded Embossed Graduations$10.18
- Milwaukee®10' (3 m) SAE/Metric Keychain Measuring Tape (48-22-6601)10' (3 m) SAE/Metric Keychain Measuring Tape (48-22-6601) by Milwaukee®. Keychain Tape Measure with LED features an LED Light to help users more easily read measurements in low light conditions. A 4-point reinforced frame protects...4-Point Reinforced FrameZero Tolerance Hook$15.51
- Milwaukee®100' SAE Fiberglass Open Reel Measuring Tape (48-22-5301)100' SAE Fiberglass Open Reel Measuring Tape (48-22-5301) by Milwaukee®. Fiberglass Open Reel Long Tapes feature a GRIME GUARD™ Blade Wiper for Smoothest Retraction and to wick away jobsite contamination. Reinforced 3:1 Planetary...Smoothest Retraction3:1 Gear Ratio$26.58
- Milwaukee®100' SAE Steel Reel Long Measuring Tape (48-22-5101)100' SAE Steel Reel Long Measuring Tape (48-22-5101) by Milwaukee®. Closed Reel Long Tapes provide you with best in class durability on the job site. The closed reed measuring tapes have nylon coated steel blades with minimal stretch...Grime Guard indsutry's first blade wiperHeavy-duty metal frame$27.82
- Milwaukee®100' SAE Steel Reel Long Measuring Tape (48-22-5201)100' SAE Steel Reel Long Measuring Tape (48-22-5201) by Milwaukee®. Open Reel Long Tapes provide you with best in class accuracy and durability. The open reel tape measure has nylon bond steel blades with minimal stretch and won't kink...Grime guard industry's first blade wiper1/2 in. nylon bond steel blade$34.23
- Milwaukee®150' SAE Laser Distance Meter (48-22-9802)150' SAE Laser Distance Meter (48-22-9802) by Milwaukee®. 150’ Laser Distance Meters are designed to provide the easiest measurements from all orientations, and feature an array of new functionality. 2” color screens offer maximum...150' Range+/- 1/16" Accuracy$130.45
- Milwaukee®16' SAE Compact Tape Measure (48-22-6616)16' SAE Compact Tape Measure by Milwaukee®. This 16ft Compact Tape Measure has up to 12' of reach. These are equipped with wear resistant nylon blade protection and an impact-resistant 5-point reinforced frame to withstand the jobsite....Nylon bond blade protection5-point reinforced frame$16.10
- Milwaukee®200' SAE Fiberglass Open Reel Measuring Tape (48-22-5302)200' SAE Fiberglass Open Reel Measuring Tape (48-22-5302) by Milwaukee®. Fiberglass Open Reel Long Tapes feature a GRIME GUARD™ Blade Wiper for Smoothest Retraction and to wick away jobsite contamination. Reinforced 3:1 Planetary...Smoothest Retraction3:1 Gear Ratio$29.58
We all have learnt how to measure objects with a ruler at school, but when it comes to construction and design, more advanced tools are required to make precise measurements. For small distances up to 96 inches, engineers and builders might use a straight edge ruler that can also help to check the symmetry of lines. Another common measuring tool is a tape measure which is basically a metal ruler that rolls out, with the maximum length of 33 ft. It is easy to use and very compact, so it can even be clipped to the belt and carried along.
For long distances, there are such professional devices as a tape reel and measuring wheel. The former features a fiberglass or nylon tape that has marking on both sides; it comes either in a closed case or with a handle and a pointed stake and is perfect for uneven surfaces. The latter is constructed from a calibrated wheel with a handle and can measure the distance up to 10,000 ft. This tool calculates the distance while being rolled from the initial to the end point. Finally, the most modern measuring device is a laser tape measure which provides highly accurate measurements using optics and physical properties of a laser.