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- Stanley Tools®PowerLock™ 12' (3.6 m) SAE/Metric Cast-Metal Measuring Tape (33-215)PowerLock™ 12' (3.6 m) SAE/Metric Cast-Metal Measuring Tape by Stanley Tools®. 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...Cast-metal case is durable and suitable for heavy-duty useMylar® polyester film extends life of entire blade$14.52
- Stanley Tools®PowerLock™ 12' SAE Cast-Metal Measuring Tape (33-212)PowerLock™ 12' SAE Cast-Metal Measuring Tape by Stanley Tools®. 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...Cast-metal case is durable and suitable for heavy-duty useMylar® polyester film extends life of entire blade$14.52
- Stanley Tools®PowerLock™ 12' SAE Heavy Duty Measuring Tape (33-312)PowerLock™ 12' SAE Heavy Duty Measuring Tape by Stanley Tools®. This easy-to-read PowerLock® Heavy Duty Tape Measure features a blade that stands up to tough use. The blade is coated with Mylar® polyester film which minimizes...Cast-metal case is durable and suitable for heavy-duty useMylar® polyester film extends life of entire blade$12.35
- Stanley Tools®PowerLock™ 16' (5 m) SAE/Metric High Impact Measuring Tape (33-158)PowerLock™ 16' (5 m) SAE/Metric High Impact Measuring Tape (33-158) by Stanley Tools®. 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...Mylar® polyester film extends life of entire bladeChrome high-impact ABS case is job site tough$14.17
- Stanley Tools®PowerLock™ 16' SAE Pocket High Impact Measuring Tape (33-116)PowerLock™ 16' SAE Pocket High Impact Measuring Tape by Stanley Tools®. The PowerLock™ Tape Measure has the features you need for accurate inside and outside measurements. A blade locking mechanism holds the tape measure in place so...Mylar® polyester film extends life of entire bladeChrome high-impact ABS case is job site tough$14.17
- Stanley Tools®PowerLock™ 25' SAE Chrome Blade Armor Measuring Tape (33-525)PowerLock™ 25' SAE Chrome Blade Armor Measuring Tape (33-525) by Stanley Tools®. The PowerLock® Tape Measure blade is reinforced BladeArmor® coating for maximum durability. This tape has up to an 8 ft. standout. To simplify framing...8' blade standoutBladeArmor® coating on the first 3 in. maximizes durability of the blade$16.72
- Stanley Tools®PowerLock™ 25' SAE High Impact Measuring Tape (33-425)PowerLock™ 25' SAE High Impact Measuring Tape (33-425) by Stanley Tools®. With a Tru-Zero® end hook, a Mylar®-coated blade, and a secure blade lock, the STANLEY® PowerLock® Tape Measure ensures precise measurements and...7' blade standoutMylar® polyester film extends life of entire blade$17.04
- Stanley Tools®PowerLock™ 3' SAE Keychain Measuring Tape (39-130)PowerLock™ 3' SAE Keychain Measuring Tape by Stanley Tools®. 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...Polymer-coated blade withstands abrasionDurable key ring makes it easy to take anywhere$4.64
- Stanley Tools®PowerLock™ 30' SAE High Impact Measuring Tape (33-430)PowerLock™ 30' SAE High Impact Measuring Tape (33-430) by Stanley Tools®. The PowerLock® Tape Measure with BladeArmor® has all the features you need for precise measurements every time. With its Tru-Zero® end hook, you can draw...7' blade standoutMylar® polyester film extends life of entire blade$19.62
- Stanley Tools®PowerLock™ 35' SAE Chrome High Impact Measuring Tape (33-835)PowerLock™ 35' SAE Chrome High Impact Measuring Tape (33-835) by Stanley Tools®. Make precise inside/outside measurements with the STANLEY. PowerLock® Classic Tape Measure. This durable, Mylar® coated tape measure has a Tru-Zero®...7' blade standout Mylar® polyester film extends life of entire blade Chrome high-impact ABS case is job site tough Secure blade lock won't creep during measurements Stud center markings simplify framing jobs Tru-Zero® end hook for accurate measurementsWill help you get the job done with more precision$22.53
- Stanley Tools®PowerWinder™ 100' SAE Yellow Fiberglass Open Reel Measuring Tape (34-760)PowerWinder™ 100' SAE Yellow Fiberglass Open Reel Measuring Tape (34-760) by Stanley Tools®. 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...Rewinds 3X faster with 3:1 gear drive40 fiberglass strands for strength and durability$19.78
- Stanley Tools®PowerWinder™ 300' SAE Yellow Fiberglass Open Reel Measuring Tape (34-762)PowerWinder™ 300' SAE Yellow Fiberglass Open Reel Measuring Tape (34-762) by Stanley Tools®. 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...Rewinds 3X faster than 34-900 Stanley® Long Tape with 3:1 gear drive40 fiberglass strands for strength and durability$38.29
- Starrett®1/4 to 1" SAE Small Steel Ruler Set with Holder (S423Z)1/4 to 1" SAE Small Steel Ruler Set with Holder by Starrett®. The Starrett S423Z set of five small rules is extremely useful for measurements in confined or hard-toreach locations. They are especially suitable for measuring grooves,...Extremely useful for measurements in confined or hard-to reach locationsThicknesses up to 1/16" can be clamped in either slot$113.61
- Starrett®11-3/4"(300 mm) SAE/Metric Spring-Tempered Steel Ruler (C636-300)11-3/4"(300 mm) SAE/Metric Spring-Tempered Steel Ruler by Starrett®. The Starrett 300mm - 11-3/4" Spring-Tempered Steel Rule with Millimeter and Inch Graduation features a satin chrome finish. Graduations at 32nds and 1/2mm on one side;...Spring-TemperedSatin chrome finish$86.88
- Starrett®11-3/4"(300 mm) SAE/Metric Type 31 Full Flexible Steel Ruler (C331-300)11-3/4"(300 mm) SAE/Metric Type 31 Full Flexible Steel Ruler (C331-300) by Starrett®. The Starrett 300mm - 11-3/4" Full-Flexible Steel Rule with Millimeter and Inch Graduation features a satin chrome finish. Graduations at 32nds and...Full-FlexibleSatin chrome finish$76.86
- Starrett®12" SAE 16R Full Flexible Ruler (C316R-12)12" SAE 16R Full Flexible Ruler (C316R-12) by Starrett®. The Starrett 12" Full-Flexible Steel Rule with Inch Graduation features a satin chrome finish. Graduations at quick-reading 32nds, 64ths, aircraft quick-reading 50ths, and 100ths....Full-FlexibleSatin chrome finish$81.31
- Starrett®12" SAE 16R Spring-Tempered Steel Ruler (C616R-12)12" SAE 16R Spring-Tempered Steel Ruler by Starrett®. The Starrett 12" Spring-Tempered Steel Rule with Inch Graduation features a satin chrome finish. Graduations at quick-reading 32nds, 64ths, aircraft quick-reading 50ths, 100ths....Spring-TemperedSatin chrome finish$88.00
- Starrett®12" SAE 3R Semi Flexible Steel Ruler (C303SR-12)12" SAE 3R Semi Flexible Steel Ruler (C303SR-12) by Starrett®. The Starrett 12" Semi-Flexible Steel Rule with Inch Graduation features a satin chrome finish. Graduations at quick-reading 10ths, aircraft quick-reading 50ths, 32nds and...Semi-FlexibleSatin chrome finish$76.86
- Starrett®12" SAE 4R Semi Flexible Steel Ruler (C304SRE-12)12" SAE 4R Semi Flexible Steel Ruler (C304SRE-12) by Starrett®. The Starrett 12" Semi-Flexible Steel Rule with Inch Graduation features a satin chrome finish. Graduations at 8ths, 16ths, quick-reading 32nds, 64ths. 12"?, 4R Grad,...Semi-FlexibleSatin chrome finish$81.31
- Starrett®12" SAE 4R Spring-Tempered Steel Ruler (C604R-12)12" SAE 4R Spring-Tempered Steel Ruler (C604R-12) by Starrett®. The Starrett 12" Spring-Tempered Steel Rule with Inch Graduation features a satin chrome finish. Graduations at 8ths, 16ths, quick-reading 32nds, 64ths. 12"?, 4R Grad,...Spring-TemperedSatin chrome finish$64.61
- Starrett®12" SAE 4R Spring-Tempered Steel Ruler with Hook (CH604R-12)12" SAE 4R Spring-Tempered Steel Ruler with Hook (CH604R-12) by Starrett®. The Starrett 12" Spring-Tempered Steel Rule with Inch Graduation features a satin chrome finish. Graduations at 8ths, 16ths, Quick-Reading 32nds, 64ths. 12"?, 4R...Spring-TemperedSatin chrome finish, Single Hook$84.65
- Starrett®12" SAE 5R Full Flexible Steel Ruler (C305R-12)12" SAE 5R Full Flexible Steel Ruler (C305R-12) by Starrett®. The Starrett 12" Full-Flexible Steel Rule with Inch Graduation features a satin chrome finish. Graduations at quick-reading 10ths, aircraft quick-reading 100ths, 32nds and...Full-FlexibleSatin chrome finish$74.62
- Starrett®12" SAE 6R Full Flexible Steel Ruler (C306R-12)12" SAE 6R Full Flexible Steel Ruler (C306R-12) by Starrett®. The Starrett 12" Full-Flexible Steel Rule with Inch Graduation features a satin chrome finish. Graduations are on one side only, quick-reading 10ths (.10) on top edge;...Full-FlexibleSatin chrome finish$69.22
- Starrett®12" SAE 6R Spring-Tempered Steel Ruler (C606R-12)12" SAE 6R Spring-Tempered Steel Ruler by Starrett®. The Starrett 12" Spring-Tempered Steel Rules with Inch Graduation features a satin chrome finish. Graduations at aircraft quick-reading 50ths (.02) on both edges on one side,...Spring-TemperedSatin chrome finish$66.91
- Starrett®12" SAE 7R Spring-Tempered Steel Ruler (C607R-12)12" SAE 7R Spring-Tempered Steel Ruler (C607R-12) by Starrett®. The Starrett 12" Spring-Tempered Steel Rule with Inch Graduation features a satin chrome finish. Graduations at 16ths, quick-reading 32nds, 64ths, aircraft quick-reading...Spring-TemperedSatin chrome finish$90.22
- Starrett®150 mm Metric Spring-Tempered Steel Ruler (C637E-150)150 mm Metric Spring-Tempered Steel Ruler (C637E-150) by Starrett®. The Starrett 150mm Full-Flexible Steel Rule with Millimeter Graduation features a satin chrome finish. Graduations at mm and 1/2mm on both sides; mm on both ends on one...Spring-TemperedSatin chrome finish$49.60
- Starrett®150 mm Metric Spring-Tempered Steel Ruler (C637-150)150 mm Metric Spring-Tempered Steel Ruler (C637-150) by Starrett®. The Starrett 150mm Full-Flexible Steel Rule with Millimeter Graduation feature a satin chrome finish. Graduations at mm and 1/2mm on both sides. 150mm, No. 37 Grad sides.Spring-TemperedSatin chrome finish$39.80
- Starrett®150 mm Metric Type 30 Full Flexible Steel Ruler (C330-150)150 mm Metric Type 30 Full Flexible Steel Ruler by Starrett®. The Starrett 150mm Full-Flexible Steel Rule with Millimeter Graduation features a satin chrome finish. Graduations at 1/2mm one side; mm and 1/2mm on reverse. 150mm (5...Full-FlexibleSatin chrome finish$36.34
- Starrett®150 mm Metric Type 35 Spring-Tempered Steel Ruler (C635-150)150 mm Metric Type 35 Spring-Tempered Steel Ruler (C635-150) by Starrett®. The Starrett 150mm Full-Flexible Steel Rule with Millimeter Graduation features a satin chrome finish. Graduations at mm and 1/2mm on both sides. 150mm, No. 35...Spring-TemperedSatin chrome finish$39.80
- Starrett®150 mm Metric Type 35E Spring-Tempered Steel Ruler (C635E-150)150 mm Metric Type 35E Spring-Tempered Steel Ruler by Starrett®. The Starrett 150mm Full-Flexible Steel Rule with Millimeter Graduation features a satin chrome finish. Graduations at mm and 1/2mm on both sides; mm on both ends on one...Spring-TemperedSatin chrome finish$47.88
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.