Pocket Rulers
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Rulers are narrow and just 6" long to measure in tight spaces. They have a pocket clip that can also be used as a depth gauge, with the clip as the base. Inch and inch/metric rulers labeled with numeric increments that are less than 1" are quick reading.
Aluminum rulers are lightweight and resist corrosion.
Stainless steel rulers resist corrosion better than aluminum rulers. They have wear-resistant etched markings.
Flexible rulers are good for measuring slightly curved surfaces.
Lg. | Front Graduation Marks (Numeric Increments) | Wd. | Thick. | Flexibility | Color | Graduation Mark Style | End Shape | Each | |
Inch—Left to Right Reading Direction | |||||||||
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Aluminum | |||||||||
6" | 16ths (1"), 32nds (8/32") | 3/4" | 3/64" | Rigid | Silver | Printed | Square | 0000000 | 00000 |
Stainless Steel | |||||||||
6" | 32nds (1"), 64ths (8/64") | 1/4" | 1/64" | Flexible | Silver | Etched | Square | 0000000 | 0000 |
6" | 32nds (4/32"), 64ths (8/64") | 1/2" | 1/64" | Flexible | Silver | Etched | Round | 0000000 | 0000 |
Inch/Metric—Left to Right Reading Direction | |||||||||
Stainless Steel | |||||||||
6"/150 mm | 16ths (1"), Millimeters (10 mm) | 1/4" | 1/64" | Flexible | Silver | Etched | Square | 0000000 | 0000 |
6"/150 mm | 32nds (1"), Millimeters (10 mm) | 1/2" | 1/64" | Flexible | Silver | Etched | Round | 0000000 | 0000 |
6"/150 mm | 64ths (8/64"), Millimeters (1 cm) | 1/2" | 1/64" | Flexible | Silver | Etched | Round | 0000000 | 0000 |
6"/150 mm | Millimeters (10 mm), 16ths (1") | 1/2" | 1/64" | Flexible | Silver | Etched | Round | 0000000 | 0000 |
Metric—Left to Right Reading Direction | |||||||||
Stainless Steel | |||||||||
150 mm | 1/2 mm (10 mm), Millimeters (10 mm) | 1/2" | 1/64" | Flexible | Silver | Etched | Round | 0000000 | 0000 |
Pocket Center-Finding Rulers
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Slip these rulers into your pocket, so they’re always on hand to find center readings. All are narrow and about 6" long to measure in tight spaces. Zero marks the center when these rulers are positioned so the same number touches each side of an object. Made of aluminum, they’re lightweight and corrosion resistant.
Lg. | Front Graduation Marks (Numeric Increments) | Wd. | Thick. | Flexibility | Color | Graduation Mark Style | Each | |
Inch—Left to Right/Right to Left Reading Direction | ||||||||
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Aluminum | ||||||||
6" | 16ths (1"), 32nds (1") | 3/4" | 3/64" | Flexible | Silver | Printed | 0000000 | 00000 |
Metric—Left to Right/Right to Left Reading Direction | ||||||||
Aluminum | ||||||||
16 cm | Millimeters (1 cm) | 3/4" | 3/64" | Flexible | Silver | Printed | 0000000 | 0000 |
Pocket Tape Measures
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Compared to standard tape measures, these are less than half the size. They have an impact-resistant plastic case. The blade is coated or painted to resist scratches, wear, and corrosion.
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Lg. | Graduation Marks | Numeric Marks | Width | Material | Color | Tip Style | Color | Mark Style | Case Color | Each | |
Nonlocking | |||||||||||
Inch | |||||||||||
6 ft. | 32nds (First Foot), 16ths | Inches | 1/4" | Painted Steel | Yellow | Hook | Black | Printed | Black | 00000000 | 000000 |
6 ft. | 32nds (First Foot), 16ths | Inches | 1/4" | Painted Steel | Yellow | Hook | Black | Printed | Orange | 00000000 | 0000 |
8 ft. | 32nds (First Foot), 32nds | Inches, Feet | 1/2" | Painted Steel | Yellow | Hook | Black and Red | Printed | Silver | 000000000 | 00000 |
10 ft. | 32nds (First Foot), 16ths | Inches | 1/4" | Painted Steel | Yellow | Hook | Black | Printed | Black | 00000000 | 00000 |
Inch/Metric | |||||||||||
6 ft./2 m | 16ths, Millimeters | Inches, Centimeters | 1/4" | Painted Steel | Yellow | Hook | Black | Printed | Silver | 000000000 | 00000 |
10 ft./3 m | 16ths, Millimeters | Inches, Centimeters | 1/4" | Painted Steel | Yellow | Hook | Black | Printed | Black | 00000000 | 00000 |
Easy-to-Read Pocket Tape Measures with Level and Compass
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A window with an indicator line clearly shows the measurement. Use this tape measure in tight spaces near walls and inside frames and cabinets. It includes a level and compass. The blade locks in place. Case is impact-resistant plastic. It's about half the size of standard tape measures.
Blade | Graduation | |||||||||
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Lg. | Graduation Marks | Numeric Marks | Width | Material | Color | Tip Style | Color | Mark Style | Each | |
Inch/Metric | ||||||||||
10 ft./3 m | 32nds (First 6"), 16ths, Millimeters | Inches, Feet, Centimeters | 1/2" | Enamel-Coated Steel | Yellow | Hook | Black and Red | Printed | 0000000 | 000000 |
Pocket Tape Measures with Corrosion-Resistant Blade
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The blade on these tape measures is chrome-plated to resist scratches, wear, and corrosion. It’s nonlocking. The case is chrome-plated, impact-resistant plastic. It's about half the size of standard tape measures.
Pocket-Size Diameter Tape Measures
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At about half the size of standard diameter tape measures, these fit in your pocket. Wrap them around circular items to measure circumference and determine diameter without the need for calculations. The blade is nonlocking.
Tape measures with a painted-steel blade resist scratches, wear, and corrosion. They also have a loop tip, so you can hang them on a nail and a stud.
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Measured | Graduation Marks | Lg. | Graduation Marks | Numeric Marks | Width | Material | Color | Tip Style | Color | Mark Style | Case Material | Each | |
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1/4"-23" | 100ths | 6 ft. | 32nds (First Foot), 16ths | Diameter Inches, Inches | 1/4" | Painted Steel | Yellow | Loop | Black | Printed | Chrome-Plated Metal | 0000000 | 000000 |
1/4"-23" | 64ths | 6 ft. | 32nds (First Foot), 16ths | Diameter Inches, Inches | 1/4" | Painted Steel | Yellow | Loop | Black | Printed | Chrome-Plated Metal | 0000000 | 00000 |
Inch/Metric | |||||||||||||
0"-24" | 100ths, Millimeters | 6 ft./2 m | 32nds (First Foot), 16ths, Millimeters | Diameter Inches, Inches, Diameter Centimeters, Centimeters | 1/4" | Enamel-Coated Steel | White | Hook | Black | Printed | Plastic | 00000000 | 00000 |
Metric | |||||||||||||
5mm-635mm | Millimeters | 2 m | Millimeters | Diameter Centimeters, Centimeters | 1/4" | Painted Steel | Yellow | Loop | Black | Printed | Chrome-Plated Metal | 0000000 | 00000 |
Compact Dial Lever-Style Variance Indicators
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A slim design lets you measure in tight spots. Also known as test indicators, these variance indicators have a lever-style contact point that pivots as it touches a surface. They also have a balanced dial with positive values on one side and negative values on the other. This makes them great for measuring if a part is above or below a certain tolerance. All have jeweled bearings for high sensitivity, wear resistance, and a long service life.
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Pocket Architects’ and Engineers’ Scales
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Small enough to fit into your pocket, the blade is narrow and only 6" long. These scales are often used for taking measurements off scaled architectural or engineering drawings.
Scale Type | Graduation Marks | Blade Length | Each | |
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Architects' | 3/32", 1/8", 3/16", 1/4", 3/8", 1/2", 3/4", 1", 1 1/2", 3", 16" | 6" | 0000000 | 000000 |
Engineers' | 10ths, 20ths, 30ths, 40ths, 50ths, 60ths | 6" | 0000000 | 00000 |
Inch, Metric | ||||
Architects', Engineers' | 1/8", 1/4", 16", 10ths, 50ths, 1:500, 1:100 | 6" | 0000000 | 00000 |