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- Starrett®SAE/Metric Type 36 Spring-Tempered Steel RulerSAE/Metric Type 36 Spring-Tempered Steel Ruler by Starrett®. 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...Spring-TemperedSatin chrome finish$41.53 - $42.11
- Starrett®Type 1 Spring-Tempered Steel Rule with Inch GraduationsType 1 Spring-Tempered Steel Rule with Inch Graduations by Starrett®. This product is made of high-quality materials to serve you for years to come. Designed using state-of-the-art technology and with customers in mind. It will meet...Spring-TemperedSatin chrome finish$53.07
- AllStar Performance®SAE Deluxe Tire Measuring TapeSAE Deluxe Tire Measuring Tape by AllStar Performance®. Ten foot long tapes are ideal for measuring tire diameters and checking stagger.Will help you get the job done with more precisionThought-out design for convenience and ease of use$5.99 - $118.99
- AllStar Performance®SAE Economy Tire Measuring TapeSAE Economy Tire Measuring Tape by AllStar Performance®. Ten foot long tapes are ideal for measuring tire diameters and checking stagger.Will help you get the job done with more precisionThought-out design for convenience and ease of use$4.99 - $95.99
- Allied Tools®QwikRule™ SAE Measuring TapeQwikRule™ SAE Measuring Tape by Allied Tools®. This product is made of high-quality materials to serve you for years to come. Designed using state-of-the-art technology and with customers in mind. It will meet your needs and deliver...Designed to help to get your job done rightManufactured utilizing the highest quality materials$4.46 - $10.14
- Bon Pro Plus®16' Masonry SAE Measuring Tape16' Masonry SAE Measuring Tape by Bon Pro Plus®. Bon Tool offers the widest selection of professional tools & equipment. Bon is sure to provide you with all of your favorites, as well as many hard to find specialty products.Tapes have inches and feet on one side of blade and spacing scales on otherBrick Spacing Tape has 10 scales$17.39
- Bon Pro Plus®SAE T-Square RulerSAE T-Square Ruler by Bon Pro Plus®. Bon Tool offers the widest selection of professional tools & equipment. Bon is sure to provide you with all of your favorites, as well as many hard to find specialty products.Made with 3/16" heavy duty blade to reduce curling and warpingHead is made with 3/8" flange$39.34 - $48.75
- Bon®SAE Fiberglass RulerSAE Fiberglass Ruler by Bon®. Bon Tool offers the widest selection of professional tools & equipment. Bon is sure to provide you with all of your favorites, as well as many hard to find specialty products.6' longFiberglass$28.90
- Bon®SAE Fiberglass Telescoping RodsSAE Fiberglass Telescoping Rods by Bon®. Bon Tool offers the widest selection of professional tools & equipment. Bon is sure to provide you with all of your favorites, as well as many hard to find specialty products.Foot numerals are in redSections telescope for easy of transport and storage$160.82 - $273.75
- Bon®SAE T-Square RulerSAE T-Square Ruler by Bon®. Bon Tool offers the widest selection of professional tools & equipment. Bon is sure to provide you with all of your favorites, as well as many hard to find specialty products.Made with 3/16" heavy duty blade to reduce curling and warpingHead is made with 3/8" flange$39.34 - $48.75
- Fowler High Precision®Metric Satin Chrome Steel Rigid RulerMetric Satin Chrome Steel Rigid Ruler by Fowler High Precision®. 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...Made of hardened and tempered steelRust and wear resistant for durability$61.23 - $82.13
- Fowler High Precision®SAE Flexible 4R EZ Read RulerSAE Flexible 4R EZ Read Ruler by Fowler High Precision®. Fowler Rules are made made in the USA to the highest standards. These are the best you can buy anywhere.EZ Read Rules are constructed of hardened stainless steelEtched, white numerals and graduations are easy to read against the non-glare, black finish$16.56 - $46.42
- Fowler High Precision®SAE Flexible 5R EZ Read RulerSAE Flexible 5R EZ Read Ruler by Fowler High Precision®. 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...EZ Read Rules are constructed of hardened stainless steelEtched, white numerals and graduations are easy to read against the non-glare, black finish$16.24 - $51.30
- Fowler High Precision®SAE Steel 16R Rigid RulerSAE Steel 16R Rigid Ruler by Fowler High Precision®. 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...Designed to help to get your job done rightManufactured utilizing the highest quality materials$39.40 - $78.72
- Fowler High Precision®SAE Steel 4R Flexible RulerSAE Steel 4R Flexible Ruler by Fowler High Precision®. 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...Flexible steel rule with satin-chrome finishDesigned to help to get your job done right$35.18 - $49.99
- Fowler High Precision®SAE Steel 4R Rigid RulerSAE Steel 4R Rigid Ruler by Fowler High Precision®. 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...Rigid steel rule with satin-chrome finishDesigned to help to get your job done right$16.51 - $172.60
- Fowler High Precision®SAE Steel 5R Flexible RulerSAE Steel 5R Flexible Ruler by Fowler High Precision®. 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...Flexible steel rule with satin-chrome finishDesigned to help to get your job done right$19.77 - $64.13
- Fowler High Precision®SAE Steel 5R Rigid RulerSAE Steel 5R Rigid Ruler by Fowler High Precision®. 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...Rigid steel rule with satin-chrome finishDesigned to help to get your job done right$35.48 - $60.56
- Fowler High Precision®SAE Titanium Golden 5R Flexible RulerSAE Titanium Golden 5R Flexible Ruler by Fowler High Precision®. 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...Long-lasting, hard wearing, non-glare finish = RC80 hardnessScratch resistant, microfine graduations with excellent clarity and contrast$40.44 - $64.55
- Insize®Measuring TapeMeasuring Tape by Insize®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured from industry-leading materials...Expertly crafted utilizing advanced technologiesHigh grade materials to ensure reliable service for years$18.82 - $103.37
- K-Tool International®SAE Steel Blade Top Locking Measuring TapeSAE Steel Blade Top Locking Measuring Tape by K-Tool International®. 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...Provides fractional and metric graduationsFeatures automatic return levers$8.01 - $16.35
- Longacre®SAE Tire Measuring TapeSAE Tire Measuring Tape by Longacre®. 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$14.73 - $15.23
- Lufkin®800 Series™ SAE Clad Control Power Measuring Tape800 Series™ SAE Clad Control Power Measuring Tape by Lufkin®. The Crescent Lufkin® 800 Xtra-Wide Yellow Clad Control Power Tape Measure Series tapes are tough enough for the professional user, designed to be compact, comfortable, and...Drag Strip™ finger access for measuring and retraction controlWide end hook stays in place and makes marking easier$16.86 - $23.59
- Lufkin®Hi-Viz™ Metric Fiberglass Measuring TapeHi-Viz™ Metric Fiberglass Measuring Tape by Lufkin®. The Crescent Lufkin® Fiberglass Long Tapes are ideal for measuring long distances around your home or on the job. Available in multiple lengths and blade print styles, the long...Open four arm frame design protects blade without trapping dirt in the caseLightweight case for easy handling and transport$24.47 - $30.41
- Lufkin®Hi-Viz™ SAE Fiberglass Measuring TapeHi-Viz™ SAE Fiberglass Measuring Tape by Lufkin®. The Crescent Lufkin® Fiberglass Long Tapes are ideal for measuring long distances around your home or on the job. Available in multiple lengths and blade print styles, the long tapes...Open four-arm frame design protects the blade and does not trap dirt in the caseLightweight case for easy handling and transport$37.14 - $56.60
- Lufkin®Hi-Viz™ SAE Replacement BladeHi-Viz™ SAE Replacement Blade 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$13.36 - $18.00
- Lufkin®Home Shop™ SAE Steel Clad Measuring TapeHome Shop™ SAE Steel Clad 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...Vinyl Covered Steel CaseYellow Clad Blade$26.88 - $56.07
- Lufkin®P1000 Series Hi-Viz™ Metric Clad Blade Power Return Measuring TapeP1000 Series Hi-Viz™ Metric Clad Blade Power Return Measuring Tape 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...Over-mold case protects the tape from impacts and allows you to grip it more easilyToggle lock positioned on top of the tape doesn't require sliding to lock$8.80 - $21.79
- Lufkin®P1000 Series Hi-Viz™ SAE Clad Blade Power Return Measuring TapeP1000 Series Hi-Viz™ SAE Clad Blade Power Return Measuring Tape 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 for...Over-mold case protects the tape from impacts and allows you to grip it more easilyToggle lock positioned on top of the tape doesn't require sliding to lock$10.15 - $21.79
- Lufkin®P1000 Series Hi-Viz™ SAE/Metric Clad Blade Power Return Measuring TapeP1000 Series Hi-Viz™ SAE/Metric Clad Blade Power Return Measuring Tape 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,...Over-mold case protects the tape from impacts and allows you to grip it more easilyToggle lock positioned on top of the tape doesn't require sliding to lock$13.16 - $26.11
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.