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- Lufkin®P2000 Series™ SAE Chrome Case Clad Blade Power Return Measuring TapeP2000 Series™ SAE Chrome Case 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, polished chrome,...Compact chrome-finished caseToggle lock positioned on top of the tape doesn't require sliding to lock$16.28 - $29.08
- Lufkin®SAE Fiberglass Heavy Duty Hi-Line Engineer's Measuring TapeSAE Fiberglass Heavy Duty Hi-Line Engineer's 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...Synthetic Fiber Blade is Non-ConductiveSteel Case with Vinyl Covering$126.10
- Lufkin®SAE Peerless Engineer's Chrome Clad Measuring TapeSAE Peerless Engineer's Chrome 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...Designed for Engineers and Surveyors Who Prefer a 4-Arm ReelSubdivided Line Removes Easily From Reel$305.04 - $536.22
- Lufkin®SAE/Metric Peerless Dual Sided Chrome Clad Measuring TapeSAE/Metric Peerless Dual Sided Chrome 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...Designed for Engineers and Surveyors Who Prefer a 4-Arm ReelSubdivided Line Removes Easily From Reel$296.16 - $383.47
- Lufkin®Series 1000™ SAE Replacement BladeSeries 1000™ 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...Will help you get the job done with more precisionThought-out design for convenience and ease of use$8.68 - $16.59
- Milwaukee®SAE Fiberglass Open Reel Measuring TapeSAE Fiberglass Open Reel Measuring Tape 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 Metal Gears won't...Smoothest Retraction3:1 Gear Ratio$26.58 - $36.23
- Milwaukee®SAE Laser Distance MeterSAE Laser Distance Meter by Milwaukee®. 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...Side-Shot ButtonContinuous Real-Time Measurements$73.48 - $130.45
- Milwaukee®SAE Nylon Blade Compact Measuring TapeSAE Nylon Blade Compact Measuring Tape by Milwaukee®. 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...Nylon Blade ProtectionImpact-Resistant 5-Point Reinforced Frame$22.83 - $26.99
- Milwaukee®SAE Steel Reel Long Measuring TapeSAE Steel Reel Long Measuring Tape by Milwaukee®. 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...Will help you get the job done with more precisionThought-out design for convenience and ease of use$27.82 - $65.81
- Milwaukee®SAE Wide Blade Nylon Measuring TapeSAE Wide Blade Nylon Measuring Tape by Milwaukee®. 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...Up to 17' of ReachAnti-Tear Coating Reinforces the first 6" of the Tape Blade$24.54 - $41.98
- Milwaukee®SAE/Metric Keychain Measuring TapeSAE/Metric Keychain Measuring Tape by Milwaukee®. 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...Lifetime WarrantyWill help you get the job done with more precision$8.24 - $15.51
- Milwaukee®STUD™ SAE Measuring TapeSTUD™ SAE Measuring Tape by Milwaukee®. 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...EXO360™ Rip & Wear Resistant Blade TechnologyFully Reinforced Body survives 80 foot drop**$27.67 - $48.07
- Milwaukee®STUD™ SAE/Metric Measuring TapeSTUD™ SAE/Metric Measuring Tape by Milwaukee®. STUD™ Tape Measures are the industry's most durable tape measure, equipped with innovative EXO360™ Blade Technology. EXO360™ protects your tape's blade from ripping and wearing,...EXO360™ Rip & Wear Resistant Blade TechnologyUp to 17' of Reach$27.67 - $33.75
- Pro-Grade®Powerule™ SAE Measuring TapePowerule™ SAE Measuring Tape by Pro-Grade®. 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...Pro-stop blade brake for smooth controlled blade returnComfortable non-slip rubber palm grip$11.69 - $20.11
- QuickCar Racing®SAE Magnetic Back Tire Measuring TapeSAE Magnetic Back Tire Measuring Tape by QuickCar Racing®. This QuickCar Tire Measuring Tape features a 'Hawk' Type Tip and has a maximum 10 Foot tape Length. Color is black and comes with a Magnetic Backing for storage on tool box or...Will help you get the job done with more precisionThought-out design for convenience and ease of use$4.95
- Stanley Tools®FATMAX™ SAE Measuring TapeFATMAX™ SAE Measuring Tape by Stanley Tools®. A FATMAX™ tape fits your toolbelt, your hand, and the job. It's engineered with our patented Twin-Core™ technology for a comfortable case design, making it the most ergonomic FATMAX...Straighter reach to get measurements on your ownExtend tape life with the MAXSHIELD™ full blade Coating, the longest lasting blade coating ever applied to FATMAX Tape Measures$37.17 - $45.08
- Stanley Tools®LEVERLOCK™ SAE Auto-Lock Magnetic Fractional Read Measuring TapeLEVERLOCK™ SAE Auto-Lock Magnetic Fractional Read 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...Write-On Label For repeated use with carpenter pencilWill help you get the job done with more precision$12.96 - $13.44
- Stanley Tools®LEVERLOCK™ SAE Auto-Lock Measuring TapeLEVERLOCK™ SAE Auto-Lock 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...Write-On Label For repeated use with carpenter pencilWill help you get the job done with more precision$9.84 - $27.54
- Stanley Tools®PowerLock™ SAE Blade Armor Measuring TapePowerLock™ SAE Blade Armor 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...BladeArmor® coating on the first 3 in. maximizes durability of the bladeMylar® polyester film extends life of entire blade$16.72 - $18.84
- Stanley Tools®PowerLock™ SAE High Impact Measuring TapePowerLock™ SAE High Impact 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...Will help you get the job done with more precisionThought-out design for convenience and ease of use$17.04 - $22.53
- Stanley Tools®PowerLock™ SAE/Metric High Impact Measuring TapePowerLock™ SAE/Metric High Impact 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...Mylar® polyester film extends life of entire bladeChrome high-impact ABS case is job site tough$14.17 - $18.76
- Stanley Tools®PowerWinder™ SAE Fiberglass Open Reel Measuring TapePowerWinder™ SAE Fiberglass Open Reel 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...40 fiberglass strands for strength and durability2-sided blade graphics with fractional inch/decimal foot scales for versatility$19.78 - $38.29
- Stanley Tools®SAE Fiberglass Open Reel Measuring TapeSAE Fiberglass Open Reel 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 measurements...Wide blade with easy-to-read markings2-sided blade graphics with fractional inch/decimal foot scales$18.27 - $25.03
- Stanley Tools®SAE High Impact Measuring TapeSAE High Impact Measuring Tape by Stanley Tools®. The Tape Measure is made from high impact ABS plastic for added durability with a polymer coated tape blade to protect from wearing during use. This tape measure features 7 ft. of stand...High-impact ABS case for durabilityPolymer coated blade for longer lasting blade$8.35 - $13.42
- Stanley Tools®SAE Measuring TapeSAE 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 measurements smoothly and...Will help you get the job done with more precisionThought-out design for convenience and ease of use$16.71 - $18.01
- Stanley Tools®SAE/Metric High Impact Measuring TapeSAE/Metric High Impact 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 measurements...Polymer-coated blade withstands abrasionHigh-impact ABS case for durability$10.30 - $10.78
- Starrett®Type 30 Full-Flexible Steel Rule with Millimeter GraduationsType 30 Full-Flexible Steel Rule with Millimeter 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...Full-FlexibleSatin chrome finish$36.34
- Starrett®Type 31 SAE/Metric Full-Flexible Steel RuleType 31 SAE/Metric Full-Flexible Steel Rule 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 your needs and...Full-FlexibleSatin chrome finish$40.38 - $76.86
- Starrett®Type 34 SAE/Metric Full-Flexible Steel RuleType 34 SAE/Metric Full-Flexible Steel Rule 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 your needs and...Full-FlexibleSatin chrome finish$43.26 - $151.44
- Starrett®Type 35 Spring-Tempered Steel Rule with Millimeter GraduationsType 35 Spring-Tempered Steel Rule with Millimeter 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...Satin chrome finishQuick Reading$39.80 - $86.88
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.