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  • PROTO® - STANLEY™ 50' SAE Yellow High Impact Closed Case Measuring Tape
    PROTO® - STANLEY™ 50' SAE Yellow High Impact Closed Case Measuring Tape (34-103)
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    STANLEY™ 50' SAE Yellow High Impact Closed Case Measuring Tape (34-103) by PROTO®. 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...
    High impact, high visibility yellow ABS casePolymer-coated blade withstands abrasion for a long life
    $12.39
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  • Performance Tool® - 12' (3.6 m)/25' (7600 mm) SAE/Metric Black/Red Measuring Tape Set
    Performance Tool® - 12' (3.6 m)/25' (7600 mm) SAE/Metric Black/Red Measuring Tape Set (W5124BP)
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    # mpn4525945676
    12' (3.6 m)/25' (7600 mm) SAE/Metric Black/Red Measuring Tape Set (W5124BP) by Performance Tool®. 2 Pieces. 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...
    Convenient and quick fractional readoutBoth SAE and Metric markings on tape measure blade
    $11.18
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  • Performance Tool® - 12' SAE Measuring Tape
    Performance Tool® - 12' SAE Measuring Tape (W5020)
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    # mpn4525947183
    12' SAE Measuring Tape (W5020) by Performance Tool®. 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...
    Convenient and quick fractional readoutDurable casing stands up to rough treatment
    $4.04
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  • Performance Tool® - 12'/25' SAE Measuring Tape Set
    Performance Tool® - 12'/25' SAE Measuring Tape Set (W5025BP)
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    # mpn4525945661
    12'/25' SAE Measuring Tape Set (W5025BP) by Performance Tool®. 2 Pieces. 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...
    Convenient and quick fractional readoutDurable casing stands up to rough treatment
    $9.35
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  • Performance Tool® - 16' SAE Measuring Tape
    Performance Tool® - 16' SAE Measuring Tape (W5022)
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    # mpn4525947184
    16' SAE Measuring Tape (W5022) by Performance Tool®. 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...
    Convenient and quick fractional readoutDurable casing stands up to rough treatment
    $4.64
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  • Performance Tool® - 25' (7.6 m) SAE/Metric Black/Red Measuring Tape
    Performance Tool® - 25' (7.6 m) SAE/Metric Black/Red Measuring Tape (W5124)
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    # mpn4525945675
    25' (7.6 m) SAE/Metric Black/Red Measuring Tape (W5124) by Performance Tool®. 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...
    Convenient and quick fractional readoutBoth SAE and Metric markings on tape measure blade
    $6.39
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  • Performance Tool® - 25' SAE Clear Double Sided Hook Measuring Tape
    Performance Tool® - 25' SAE Clear Double Sided Hook Measuring Tape (W5041)
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    # mpn4525945663
    25' SAE Clear Double Sided Hook Measuring Tape by Performance Tool®. 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...
    Clear high impact polycarbonate housingPrinting on both sides of tape, with both horizontal and vertical incremental measurements
    $6.98
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  • Performance Tool® - 25' SAE Measuring Tape
    Performance Tool® - 25' SAE Measuring Tape (W5024)
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    # mpn4525947185
    25' SAE Measuring Tape (W5024) by Performance Tool®. 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...
    Convenient and quick fractional readoutDurable casing stands up to rough treatment
    $6.92
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  • Performance Tool® - 35' SAE Measuring Tape
    Performance Tool® - 35' SAE Measuring Tape (W5035)
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    # mpn4525947186
    35' SAE Measuring Tape (W5035) by Performance Tool®. 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...
    Convenient and quick fractional readoutDurable casing stands up to rough treatment
    $7.86
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  • Performance Tool® - 6' SAE Pocket Keychain Measuring Tape
    Performance Tool® - 6' SAE Pocket Keychain Measuring Tape (W5006)
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    # mpn4525945630
    6' SAE Pocket Keychain Measuring Tape by Performance Tool®. 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...
    Durable casing stands up to rough treatmentPocket size tape measure
    $2.02
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  • Performance Tool® - Laser Pro™ SAE/Metric 4-in-1 Measuring Tool Set
    Performance Tool® - Laser Pro™ SAE/Metric 4-in-1 Measuring Tool Set (W5706)
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    # mpn4737636785
    Laser Pro™ SAE/Metric 4-in-1 Measuring Tool Set by Performance Tool®. 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...
    4-in-1 multifunction measuring tool that does it all - measures, levels and projects a laser line with 3 different patterns and is ideal where a straight line or accurate measurements are neededMeasuring: Built-in 8ft. (225cm) tape measure has both SAE / Metric measurements and the base of the tool has a 6" (15cm) straight line ruler
    $11.29
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  • Performance Tool® - Mechanics™ 12' SAE Cushion Grip Measuring Tape
    Performance Tool® - Mechanics™ 12' SAE Cushion Grip Measuring Tape (20122)
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    # mpn4525944103
    Mechanics™ 12' SAE Cushion Grip Measuring Tape by Performance Tool®. 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
    $3.25
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  • Performance Tool® - Project Pro™ 12' (3.6 m) SAE/Metric Cushion Grip Measuring Tape
    Performance Tool® - Project Pro™ 12' (3.6 m) SAE/Metric Cushion Grip Measuring Tape (1131)
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    # mpn4525943956
    Project Pro™ 12' (3.6 m) SAE/Metric Cushion Grip Measuring Tape (1131) by Performance Tool®. 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 help you get the job done with more precisionThought-out design for convenience and ease of use
    $2.47
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  • Performance Tool® - Project Pro™ 12'/25' SAE/Metric Cushion Grip Measuring Tape Set
    Performance Tool® - Project Pro™ 12'/25' SAE/Metric Cushion Grip Measuring Tape Set (1941)
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    # mpn4525944076
    Project Pro™ 12'/25' SAE/Metric Cushion Grip Measuring Tape Set (1941) by Performance Tool®. 2 Pieces. 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...
    Will help you get the job done with more precisionThought-out design for convenience and ease of use
    $8.83
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  • Performance Tool® - Project Pro™ 150' SAE Open Reel Measuring Tape
    Performance Tool® - Project Pro™ 150' SAE Open Reel Measuring Tape (1942)
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    # mpn4525944077
    Project Pro™ 150' SAE Open Reel Measuring Tape by Performance Tool®. 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...
    High Impact Plastic FrameWill help you get the job done with more precision
    $8.83
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  • Performance Tool® - Project Pro™ 25' (7.5 m) SAE/Metric Cushion Grip Measuring Tape
    Performance Tool® - Project Pro™ 25' (7.5 m) SAE/Metric Cushion Grip Measuring Tape (1474)
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    # mpn4525944023
    Project Pro™ 25' (7.5 m) SAE/Metric Cushion Grip Measuring Tape (1474) by Performance Tool®. 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 help you get the job done with more precisionThought-out design for convenience and ease of use
    $5.56
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  • Steck® - 16' (5 m) SAE/Metric Magnetic Measuring Tape with Tip
    Steck® - 16' (5 m) SAE/Metric Magnetic Measuring Tape with Tip (36000)
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    16' (5 m) SAE/Metric Magnetic Measuring Tape with Tip by Steck®. The Steck Measure ‘N Stick is a professional magnetic tape measure that is perfect for those times when you have to measure solo or want a continuous measurement during...
    Hands-free measuringContinuously monitor your pull
    $58.29
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  • Titan Tools® - 12'/16'/25'/33' SAE Measuring Tape Set
    Titan Tools® - 12'/16'/25'/33' SAE Measuring Tape Set (10902)
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    # mpn4599395132
    12'/16'/25'/33' SAE Measuring Tape Set (10902) by Titan Tools®. 4 Pieces. 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...
    Easy, quick-read markingsTough, impact resistant plastic cases
    $40.46
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  • Titan Tools® - 16' SAE Measuring Tape
    Titan Tools® - 16' SAE Measuring Tape (10905)
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    # mpn4599395135
    16' SAE Measuring Tape (10905) by Titan 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 measurements smoothly...
    Easy, quick-read markingsTough, impact resistant plastic cases
    $6.61
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  • Titan Tools® - 25' SAE Measuring Tape
    Titan Tools® - 25' SAE Measuring Tape (10906)
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    # mpn4599395136
    25' SAE Measuring Tape (10906) by Titan 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 measurements smoothly...
    Easy, quick-read markingsTough, impact resistant plastic cases
    $9.55
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  • Titan Tools® - 33' SAE Measuring Tape
    Titan Tools® - 33' SAE Measuring Tape (10908)
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    # mpn4599395137
    33' SAE Measuring Tape (10908) by Titan 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 measurements smoothly...
    Easy, quick-read markingsTough, impact resistant plastic cases
    $11.96
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  • Titan Tools® - Dual-Rule™ 12' (3500 mm)/25' (7.5 m) SAE/Metric Measuring Tape Set
    Titan Tools® - Dual-Rule™ 12' (3500 mm)/25' (7.5 m) SAE/Metric Measuring Tape Set (10903)
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    # mpn4599395133
    Dual-Rule™ 12' (3500 mm)/25' (7.5 m) SAE/Metric Measuring Tape Set (10903) by Titan 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...
    Dual-Rule™ Standard and Metric scalesQuick-Read blade markings
    $13.82
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  • Century Drill & Tool® - Tracer™ XL 25' SAE Blue Measuring Tape
    Century Drill & Tool® - Tracer™ XL 25' SAE Blue Measuring Tape (72804)
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    # mpn4698087226
    Tracer™ XL 25' SAE Blue Measuring Tape by Century Drill & Tool®. 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...
    Tracer XL Tape Measure is a professional grade multi-functional tape measure, with a unique patented compass guide.Will help you get the job done with more precision
    $1.31
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  • Lufkin® - 6' SAE Wood Brick Mason Ruler
    Lufkin® - 6' SAE Wood Brick Mason Ruler (636)
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    # mpn1746968099
    6' SAE Wood Brick Mason Ruler 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 smoothly and...
    Will help you get the job done with more precisionThought-out design for convenience and ease of use
    $21.82
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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.