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Long Tape Measures

With a blade long enough to measure a semi-trailer, these tape measures extend 50 ft. or farther.

Starrett with Calibration Certificate

Image of Product. Front orientation. Tape Measures. Long Tape Measures, Starrett.

When precision measurements are required for quality control or by regulation, use a tape measure that includes a calibration certificate traceable to NIST. The certificate states that the tape measure has passed a test for accuracy, so you can be confident your measurements are correct and consistent.

Coated Steel Blade—A coating prevents the graduations from wearing or scratching off. Made of steel, these blades stay stiff when extended and won't stretch if pulled too hard, so they maintain their accuracy over time. They also keep their shape if dragged over rough surfaces, such as concrete.

Vinyl-Coated Metal Case—Choose metal cases for your toughest industrial jobs, from construction to machining. These cases resist breaking due to hard hits and drops. However, they're heavier to carry around than plastic cases.

					Blade		Case
	Lg.	Graduations	Numeric Graduations	Tip Style	Wd.	Material	Material	Color		Each
Manual Blade Lock


		50 ft.	1/8"	1", 1 ft.	Loop	3/8"	Coated Steel	Vinyl-Coated Metal	Black	00000000	000000
		100 ft.	1/8"	1", 1 ft.	Loop	3/8"	Coated Steel	Vinyl-Coated Metal	Black	000000	00000
		15 m	1 mm	1 cm, 1 m	Loop	9.5 mm	Coated Steel	Vinyl-Coated Metal	Black	00000000	00000
		30 m	1 mm	1 cm, 1 m	Loop	9.5 mm	Coated Steel	Vinyl-Coated Metal	Black	000000	000000

Other Tape Measures

Image of Product. Front orientation. Tape Measures. Long Tape Measures.

Automatic Blade Lock—Extend the blade and it locks in place automatically. These tape measures are especially useful for solo jobs since they free up your hands for other tasks.

Chrome-Plated Steel Blade—Our most durable blades. The hard chrome plating guards them from scratches, wear, and rust. Made of steel, these blades stay stiff when extended and won't stretch if pulled too hard, so they maintain their accuracy over time. They also keep their shape if dragged over rough surfaces, such as concrete.

Fiberglass Blade—These blades bend without breaking, so they're best for measuring curved surfaces, such as silos. The choice for outdoor jobs, they won't rust from water. They also won't conduct electricity when working near conduit and powerlines.

					Blade		Case
	Lg.	Graduations	Numeric Graduations	Tip Style	Wd.	Material	Material	Color		Each
Manual Blade Lock


		50 ft./15 m	1/8", 1 mm	1", 1 ft., 1 cm, 1 m	Hook	3/8"	Coated Steel	Plastic	Yellow	00000000	000000

		Automatic Blade Lock


				50 ft.	1/16"	1"	Loop	3/8"	Chrome-Plated Steel	Vinyl-Coated Metal	Black	00000000	000000
				50 ft.	1/8"	1", 1 ft.	Hook	3/8"	Coated Steel	Vinyl-Coated Metal	Black	000000	00000
				50 ft./15 m	1/8", 1 mm	1", 1 ft., 1 cm, 1 m	Hook	3/8"	Coated Steel	Vinyl-Coated Metal	Black	0000000	00000
				50 ft.	1/8"	1", 1 ft.	Hook	3/8"	Coated Steel	Plastic	Yellow	0000000	00000
				50 ft.	1/8"	1", 1 ft.	Hook	3/8"	Chrome-Plated Steel	Vinyl-Coated Metal	Black	00000000	00000
				50 ft.	1/8"	1", 1 ft.	Hook	1/2"	Fiberglass	Vinyl-Coated Metal	Black	0000000	00000
				50 ft./15 m	1/8", 2 mm	1", 1 ft., 1 cm, 1 m	Hook	1/2"	Fiberglass	Vinyl-Coated Metal	Black	0000000	00000
				100 ft.	1/8"	1", 1 ft.	Hook	3/8"	Coated Steel	Vinyl-Coated Metal	Black	000000	00000
				100 ft./30 m	1/8", 1 mm	1", 1 ft., 1 cm, 1 m	Hook	3/8"	Coated Steel	Vinyl-Coated Metal	Black	0000000	00000
				100 ft./30 m	1/8", 1 mm	1", 1 ft., 1 cm, 1 m	Hook	3/8"	Coated Steel	Plastic	Orange	0000000	00000
				100 ft.	1/8"	1", 1 ft.	Hook	3/8"	Coated Steel	Plastic	Yellow	0000000	00000
				100 ft.	1/8"	1", 1 ft.	Hook	3/8"	Chrome-Plated Steel	Vinyl-Coated Metal	Black	00000000	000000
				100 ft.	1/8"	1", 1 ft.	Hook	1/2"	Fiberglass	Vinyl-Coated Metal	Black	0000000	00000
				100 ft./30 m	1/8", 2 mm	1", 1 ft., 1 cm, 1 m	Hook	1/2"	Fiberglass	Vinyl-Coated Metal	Black	0000000	00000

Easy-Carry Long Tape Measures

A favorite among surveyors, these tape measures have a large, rubber-coated handle for a comfortable grip when trekking long distances. Choose them for outdoor and dirty jobs—an open case lets dirt, sand, and other debris fall away, so they won’t clog up the reel. Their blade extends 50 ft. or farther, long enough to measure a semi-trailer.

Automatic Blade Lock—Extend the blade and it locks in place automatically. These tape measures are especially useful for solo jobs since they free up your hands for other tasks.

Coated Steel Blade—When accuracy is crucial, choose steel. These blades stay stiff when extended and won't stretch over time if pulled too hard. They also keep their shape if dragged over rough surfaces, such as concrete. A coating prevents the graduations from wearing or scratching off.

Coated Fiberglass Blade—These blades bend without breaking, so they're best for measuring curved surfaces, such as silos. The choice for wet environments, they won't rust from water. They also won't conduct electricity when working near conduit and powerlines. A coating prevents the graduations from wearing or scratching off.

					Blade		Case
	Lg.	Graduations	Numeric Graduations	Tip Style	Wd.	Material	Material	Color		Each
Automatic Blade Lock


		50 ft./15 m	1/8", 2 mm	1", 1 ft., 1 cm, 1 m	Pointed Hook	1/2"	Coated Fiberglass	Plastic	Orange	0000000	000000
		50 ft.	1/8"	1", 1 ft.	Pointed Hook	1/2"	Coated Fiberglass	Plastic	Orange	0000000	00000
		100 ft.	1/10", 1/8"	1", 1 ft.	Pointed Hook	1/2"	Coated Fiberglass	Plastic	Orange	0000000	00000
		100 ft./30 m	1/8", 1 mm	1", 1 ft., 1 cm, 1 m	Pointed Hook	3/8"	Coated Steel	Plastic	Orange	0000000	00000
		100 ft.	1/8"	1", 1 ft.	Pointed Hook	3/8"	Coated Steel	Plastic	Orange	0000000	00000
		100 ft./30 m	1/8", 2 mm	1", 1 ft., 1 cm, 1 m	Pointed Hook	1/2"	Coated Fiberglass	Plastic	Orange	0000000	00000
		200 ft.	1/10", 1/8"	1", 1 ft.	Pointed Hook	1/2"	Coated Fiberglass	Plastic	Orange	0000000	00000
		200 ft./60 m	1/8", 1 mm	1", 1 ft., 1 cm, 1 m	Pointed Hook	3/8"	Coated Steel	Plastic	Orange	0000000	000000
		200 ft.	1/8"	1", 1 ft.	Pointed Hook	3/8"	Coated Steel	Plastic	Orange	0000000	000000
		200 ft./60 m	1/8", 2 mm	1", 1 ft., 1 cm, 1 m	Pointed Hook	1/2"	Coated Fiberglass	Plastic	Orange	0000000	00000
		300 ft.	1/10", 1/8"	1", 1 ft.	Loop	1/2"	Coated Fiberglass	Plastic	Orange	0000000	00000
		300 ft.	1/8"	1", 1 ft.	Pointed Hook	3/8"	Coated Steel	Plastic	Orange	0000000	000000

Fast-Winding Long Tape Measures

With a large reel for cranking the handle, these tape measures rewind nearly four times faster than standard options. A cutout in the center of the case offers a handhold to grip as you quickly draw the blade in. The blade extends 50 ft. or farther, long enough to measure a semi-trailer.

Automatic Blade Lock—Extend the blade and it locks in place automatically. These tape measures are especially useful for solo jobs since they free up your hands for other tasks.

					Blade		Case
	Lg., ft.	Graduations	Numeric Graduations	Tip Style	Wd.	Material	Material	Color		Each
Automatic Blade Lock


		50	1/8"	1", 1 ft.	Hook	3/8"	Coated Steel	Plastic	Black/Orange	0000000	000000
		100	1/8"	1", 1 ft.	Hook	3/8"	Coated Steel	Plastic	Black/Orange	0000000	00000

Long Tape Measures with Automatic Blade Return

Save yourself the effort of cranking the blade back after measuring far distances. These tape measures automatically recoil unless you press the brake or hook the tip onto a stud. A bumper cushions the hook so it won’t slam into the case. With a blade long enough to measure a semi-trailer, these tape measures extend 50 ft. or farther.

					Blade		Case
	Lg.	Graduations	Numeric Graduations	Tip Style	Wd.	Material	Material	Color		Each
Manual Blade Lock


		50 ft.	1/8"	1", 1 ft.	Loop	3/8"	Coated Steel	Metal	Black	0000000	000000
		50 ft./15 m	1/8", 1 mm	1", 1 ft., 1 cm, 1 m	Loop	3/8"	Coated Steel	Metal	Black	0000000	00000
		100 ft.	1/8"	1", 1 ft.	Loop	3/8"	Coated Steel	Metal	Black	0000000	00000
		15 m	1 mm	1 cm, 1 m	Loop	3/8"	Coated Steel	Metal	Black	0000000	00000