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    Tape Measures

    The best of the best tape measures for everyday tasks—from Stanley to Lufkin to Milwaukee. Built to last, these tape measures have a coating on the blade that prevents the graduations from wearing or scratching off. Their durable plastic case won't crack when tossed into tool bags or dropped on the ground.
    Stanley
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Tape Measures. Stanley.
    Your standard Stanley tape measures.
    1/8" Numeric Graduations—The graduations are labeled every 1/8" for fast reading. No need to count individual hash marks.
    Blade
    Case
    Lg.,
    ft.
    Graduations
    Numeric
    Graduations
    Tip
    Style
    Wd.
    Material
    Material
    Color
    Each
    Manual Blade Lock
    251/16"1/8", 1", 1 ft.Hook
    1"Coated SteelPlasticYellow00000000000000
     
    Stanley PowerLock
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Tape Measures. Stanley PowerLock.
    The thumb button easily glides when you press it and holds the blade firmly in place, so it won't creep forward or backward as you work.
    Blade
    Case
    Lg.,
    ft.
    Graduations
    Numeric
    Graduations
    Tip
    Style
    Wd.
    Material
    Material
    Color
    Each
    Manual Blade Lock
    251/16"1", 1 ft.Hook
    1"Coated SteelChrome-Plated PlasticSilver0000000000000
     
    Stanley FatMax
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Tape Measures. Stanley FatMax.
    A fan favorite for a reason. With an extra protective coating on the the blade and a thick, rubber cover on the case, these tape measures outlast the toughest jobs, from construction to machining. The blade is extra wide, so you can extend it at least 11 ft. before it collapses. All are precision made and tested in the U.S.
    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
    Manual Blade Lock
    251/16"1", 1 ft.Double Hook
    1 1/4"Coated SteelPlasticYellow000000000000
     
    Automatic Blade Lock
    251/16"1", 1 ft.Double Hook
    1 1/4"Coated SteelPlasticYellow000000000000
     
    Stanley LeverLock
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Tape Measures. Stanley LeverLock.
    Don't fumble awkwardly with a thumb button. These tape measures have a release lever on the bottom that falls naturally under your fingers. Squeeze it to zip the blade back. With a bright orange case, these tape measures are easy to spot in toolboxes and on busy bench tops.
    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.
    1/8" Numeric Graduations—The graduations are labeled every 1/8" for fast reading. No need to count individual hash marks.
    Blade
    Case
    Lg.,
    ft.
    Graduations
    Numeric
    Graduations
    Tip Style
    Wd.
    Material
    Material
    Color
    Each
    Automatic Blade Lock
    251/16"1/8", 1", 1 ft.Hook
    1"Coated SteelPlasticOrange00000000000000
    251/16"1/8", 1", 1 ft.Magnetic Hook
    1"Coated SteelPlasticOrange0000000000000
     
    Stanley Control-Lock
    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Tape Measures. Stanley Control-Lock.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Tape Measures. Stanley Control-Lock.
    Control how fast the blade retracts without pinching your fingers. A slot underneath these tape measures gives you access to the blade while guarding your fingers from the hook.
    Blade
    Case
    Lg.,
    ft.
    Graduations
    First Foot
    Graduations
    Numeric
    Graduations
    Tip Style
    Wd.
    Material
    Material
    Color
    Each
    Manual Blade Lock
    251/10"1/32"1", 1 ft.Double Hook
    1"Coated SteelPlasticYellow0000000000000
     
    Lufkin P1000 Series
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Tape Measures. Lufkin P1000 Series.
    Your standard Lufkin tape measures.
    0.1 ft. Numeric Graduations—A must-have for engineers, these tape measures have a scale in tenths of a foot to easily multiply values.
    Blade
    Case
    Lg.,
    ft.
    Graduations
    Numeric
    Graduations
    Tip
    Style
    Wd.
    Material
    Material
    Color
    Each
    Manual Blade Lock
    251/16"1", 1 ft.Hook
    1"Coated SteelPlasticOrange00000000000000
    251/16", 1/10"1", 0.1 ft., 1 ft.Hook
    1"Coated SteelPlasticOrange0000000000000
     
    Lufkin Magnetic Tip Series
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Tape Measures. Lufkin Magnetic Tip Series.
    The tip clings to magnetic surfaces, such as ceiling grids, so you can measure long distances or vertically by yourself. With a bright orange case, these tape measures are easy to spot in toolboxes and on busy bench tops.
    Blade
    Case
    Lg.,
    ft.
    Graduations
    First Foot
    Graduations
    Numeric
    Graduations
    Tip Style
    Wd.
    Material
    Material
    Color
    Each
    Manual Blade Lock
    251/16"1/32"1", 1 ft.Magnetic Hook
    1"Coated SteelPlasticOrange00000000000000
     
    Lufkin Control Series
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Tape Measures. Lufkin Control Series.
    Image of Product. Bottom. Bottom orientation. Tape Measures. Lufkin Control Series.

    Bottom

    Control how fast the blade retracts without pinching your fingers. A slot underneath these tape measures gives you access to the blade while guarding your fingers from the hook.
    Blade
    Case
    Lg.,
    ft.
    Graduations
    Numeric
    Graduations
    Tip Style
    Wd.
    Material
    Material
    Color
    Each
    Manual Blade Lock
    251/16"1", 1 ft.Double Hook, Magnetic Hook1 1/4"Coated SteelVinyl-Coated PlasticBlack0000000000000
    251/16"1", 1 ft.Double Hook
    1 1/4"Coated SteelVinyl-Coated PlasticBlack000000000000
     
    Lufkin Shockforce Series
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Tape Measures. Lufkin Shockforce Series.
    Drop tested to 120 ft., these tape measures still work even if they fall from a 10-story building. A vinyl-coated case and raised metal edges on the front make them extra durable for tackling the toughest jobs, such as construction. Plus, the blade is extra wide, so you can extend it at least 11 ft. before it collapses. Loop a lanyard into the tether point to secure these tape measures when working from catwalks and other heights.
    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
    Manual Blade Lock
    251/16"1", 1 ft.Double Hook
    1 1/4"Coated SteelVinyl-Coated PlasticBlack0000000000000
    251/16"1", 1 ft.Double Hook, Magnetic Hook1 1/4"Coated SteelVinyl-Coated PlasticBlack000000000000
     
    Automatic Blade Lock
    251/16"1", 1 ft.Double Hook
    1 1/4"Coated SteelVinyl-Coated PlasticBlack000000000000
     
    Lufkin Shockforce Nite Eye Series
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Tape Measures. Lufkin Shockforce Nite Eye Series.
    Whether you're under bright machine lights or inside dark crawl spaces, never lose sight of your measurements. The matte black blade on these tape measures reduces glare, while the neon markings pop against the dark background.
    Drop tested to 120 ft., these tape measures still work even if they fall from a 10-story building. A vinyl-coated case and raised metal edges on the front make them extra durable for tackling the toughest jobs, such as construction. Plus, the blade is extra wide, so you can extend it at least 11 ft. before it collapses. Loop a lanyard into the tether point to secure these tape measures when working from catwalks and other heights.
    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
    Manual Blade Lock
    251/16"1", 1 ft.Double Hook
    1 1/4"Coated SteelVinyl-Coated PlasticBlack0000000000000
    251/16"1", 1 ft.Double Hook, Magnetic Hook1 1/4"Coated SteelVinyl-Coated PlasticBlack000000000000
     
    Automatic Blade Lock
    251/16"1", 1 ft.Double Hook
    1 1/4"Coated SteelVinyl-Coated PlasticBlack000000000000
     
    Milwaukee Wide Blade
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Tape Measures. Milwaukee Wide Blade.
    Image of Product. Bottom. Bottom orientation. Tape Measures. Milwaukee Wide Blade.

    Bottom

    Our widest blade for the farthest reach. These tape measures extend at least 13 ft. without collapsing, so you can take long measurements on your own. Control how fast the blade retracts without pinching your fingers—a slot underneath gives you access to the blade while guarding your fingers from the hook.
    Blade
    Case
    Lg.,
    ft.
    Graduations
    Numeric
    Graduations
    Tip Style
    Wd.
    Material
    Material
    Color
    Each
    Manual Blade Lock
    251/16"1", 1 ft.Double Hook
    1 3/8"Coated SteelPlasticRed0000000000000
    251/16"1", 1 ft.Double Hook, Magnetic Hook1 3/8"Coated SteelPlasticRed000000000000
     
    Starrett with Calibration Certificate
    Image of Product. Front orientation. 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.
    Blade
    Case
    Lg.,
    ft.
    Graduations
    Numeric
    Graduations
    Tip
    Style
    Wd.
    Material
    Material
    Color
    Each
    Manual Blade Lock
    251/16"1", 1 ft.Hook
    1"Coated SteelPlasticRed000000000000
     
    Other Tape Measures
    Image of Product. Side1 orientation. Tape Measures.
    1/8" Numeric Graduations—The graduations are labeled every 1/8" for fast reading. No need to count individual hash marks.
    Coated Stainless Steel Blade—The blade and all other internal parts—from the screws to the spring—are stainless steel, so they won't rust if rinsed or rained on.
    Blade
    Case
    Lg.,
    ft.
    Graduations
    Numeric
    Graduations
    Tip Style
    Wd.
    Material
    Material
    Color
    Each
    Manual Blade Lock
    251/16"1/8", 1", 1 ft.Hook
    1"Coated SteelPlasticYellow0000000000000
    251/16"1/8", 1", 1 ft.Magnetic Hook
    1"Coated SteelPlasticYellow0000000000000
    251/16"1", 1 ft.Double Hook
    1"Coated Stainless SteelPlasticBlue000000000000
     

    Tape Measures for Low Light

    No need to juggle a flashlight when measuring inside machines and other dimly lit spaces. An LED lights up the blade on these tape measures so you can read them in the dark. The battery lasts 2 ½ hours; recharge it with the included USB.
    Milwaukee
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Inset. Tape Measures. Tape Measures for Low Light.
    Image of Product. Bottom. Bottom orientation. Tape Measures. Tape Measures for Low Light.

    Bottom

    Control how fast the blade retracts without pinching your fingers—a slot underneath gives you access to the blade while guarding your fingers from the hook.
    Blade
    Case
    Lg.,
    ft.
    Graduations
    Numeric
    Graduations
    Tip Style
    Wd.
    Material
    Material
    Color
    Each
    Manual Blade Lock
    251/16"1", 1 ft.Magnetic Hook
    1 1/16"Coated SteelPlasticRed0000000000000
     

    Easy-Grip Tape Measures

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Tape Measures. Easy-Grip Tape Measures.
    With an oblong shape and cushiony rubber grip, these tape measures fit comfortably in your hand even for long stretches of time. They're a good choice when you need to take repeated measurements, such as for quality control at the end of your process line.
    1/8" Numeric Graduations—The graduations are labeled every 1/8" for fast reading. No need to count individual hash marks.
    Blade
    Case
    Lg.,
    ft.
    Graduations
    Numeric
    Graduations
    Tip
    Style
    Wd.
    Material
    Material
    Color
    Each
    Manual Blade Lock
    251/32", 1/16"1/8", 1", 1 ft.Hook
    1"Coated SteelPlasticGreen0000000000000
     

    Vertical Tape Measures

    Image of Attribute. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Tape Measures. Vertical Tape Measures.

    Measure height and depth without tilting your head—these tape measures read from top to bottom. Built to last, they have a coating on the blade that prevents the graduations from wearing or scratching off. Their durable plastic case won't crack when tossed into tool bags or dropped on the ground.
    Lufkin P1000 Series
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Tape Measures. Vertical Tape Measures, Lufkin P1000 Series.
    Your standard Lufkin tape measures.
    1/8" Numeric Graduations—The graduations are labeled every 1/8" for fast reading. No need to count individual hash marks.
    Blade
    Case
    Lg.,
    ft.
    Graduations
    Numeric Graduations
    Tip
    Style
    Wd.
    Material
    Material
    Color
    Each
    Manual Blade Lock
    251/16"1/8", 0.125", 1", 1 ft.Hook
    1"Coated SteelPlasticOrange0000000000000
     
    Lufkin Magnetic Tip Series
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Tape Measures. Vertical Tape Measures, Lufkin Magnetic Tip Series.
    The tip clings to magnetic surfaces, such as ceiling grids, so you can measure long distances or vertically by yourself. With a bright orange case, these tape measures are easy to spot in toolboxes and on busy bench tops.
    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.
    1/8" Numeric Graduations—The graduations are labeled every 1/8" for fast reading. No need to count individual hash marks.
    Blade
    Case
    Lg.,
    ft.
    Graduations
    Numeric Graduations
    Tip Style
    Wd.
    Material
    Material
    Color
    Each
    Automatic Blade Lock
    251/16"1/8", 0.125", 1", 1 ft.Magnetic Hook
    1"Coated SteelPlasticOrange00000000000000
     

    Center-Finding Tape Measures

    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Contains Annotated. Tape Measures. Center-Finding Tape Measures.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Tape Measures. Center-Finding Tape Measures.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Tape Measures. Center-Finding Tape Measures.

    Locate the exact midpoint of a workpiece without doing math. Just measure the total distance with the upper scale, then find the same number on the bottom scale—that's your center.
    Blade
    Case
    Lg.,
    ft.
    Graduations
    Numeric
    Graduations
    Tip
    Style
    Wd.
    Material
    Material
    Color
    Each
    Manual Blade Lock
    251/16"1", 1 ft.Hook
    1"Coated SteelPlasticYellow0000000000000
     

    Digital Tape Measures

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Tape Measures. Digital Tape Measures.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Tape Measure Blades.

    Replacement Blades

    Don’t let human error slow you down when reading and logging measurements. These tape measures instantly show your exact measurement on the display—no need to count hash marks. Toggle between inch and metric, convert fractions, find the center of workpieces, and record measurements to a screen on the handle, all with the click of a button. They’re also equipped with a laser to precisely align the blade, so you can trust your measurements are accurate every time.
    To calculate, store, and share your measurements, these tape measures connect to an app via Bluetooth. They come with batteries, but you need an electrical cord and adapter (both sold separately) to charge them.
    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.
    Tape Measures
    Replacement
    Blades
    Blade
    Case
    Lg.
    Graduations
    Numeric
    Graduations
    Tip Style
    Wd.
    Material
    Material
    Color
    Each
    Each
    Automatic Blade Lock
    25 ft.1/16"1", 1 ft.Magnetic Hook
    1 1/16"Coated SteelPlasticGray000000000000000000000000000
    25 ft./7.6 m1/16", 1 mm1", 1 ft., 1 cmMagnetic Hook
    1 1/16"Coated SteelPlasticGray0000000000000000000000000
     

    Adhesive-Back Rulers

    Free up your hands when measuring length over and over—no more lining up rulers or tape measures. These rulers stick to everything from toolboxes to lathe beds for a permanent measuring guide.
    Extra-Flexible Steel
    Image of Product. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Rulers. Adhesive-Back Rulers.
    Combine the flexibility of plastic with the strength of metal. These rulers are bendy enough to conform to curved surfaces and durable enough to resist scrapes and scratches.
    Lg.,
    ft.
    Front Graduations (Numeric
    Graduations)
    Front First Foot Graduations
    (Numeric Graduations)
    Wd.
    Thk.
    Color
    No. of
    Segments
    Each
    Inch
     
    Left-to-Right Reading Direction
    251/16" (1")3/8"0.0075"Yellow10000000000000
    251/8" (1"), 1/8" (1")3/8"0.0075"Yellow1000000000000
     
    Left-to-Right Reading Direction/Right-to-Left Reading Direction
    251/16" (1"), 1/16" (1")1/32" (1"), 1/32" (1")3/4"0.0075"Yellow1000000000000
     
    Right-to-Left Reading Direction
    251/16" (1")3/8"0.0075"Yellow1000000000000
    251/8" (1"), 1/8" (1")3/8"0.0075"Yellow1000000000000
     

    Rulers for Floors

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Rulers. Rulers for Floors.
    Take repeated measurements of chain slings and other objects too heavy or too long to lift onto a workbench. These rulers have an adhesive back that permanently sticks to the floor. Made of polyester with a tough polycarbonate coating, they resist ripping even when run over by forklifts. They're also textured, so you can walk on them without worrying about slipping. No need to get up close to read these rulers—their graduations are large and spaced out over a yellow background, making them easy to see.
    2" Wide
    4" Wide
    Lg.,
    ft.
    Front Graduations (Numeric
    Graduations)
    Thk.
    Material
    Color
    No. of
    Segments
    Each
    Each
    Inch
     
    Bottom-to-Top Reading Direction
    251" (1 ft.), 1" (1 ft.)1/64"Polycarbonate-Coated Polyester PlasticYellow4000000000000000000000000000
     

    Liquid-Level Tape Measures

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Liquid-Level Tape Measures.
    Also known as oil-gauging tapes, use these tape measures to check the level of oil and other fluids in deep, large containers such as tanks and vats.
    Measures Liquid in Tank
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Contains Annotated, MultipleImages. Liquid-Level Tape Measures. Measures Liquid in Tank.
    Liquid in tank tape measures have a cylindrical plumb bob that sinks to the bottom of the tank. The blade indicates the distance to the surface of the liquid.
    Chrome-Plated Steel—Chrome-plated steel blades are for measuring dark liquids.
    Chrome-Plated Steel with Black Blade Stripe—Chrome-plated steel blades with black stripe are for measuring dark and clear liquids. The black stripe makes it easy to see the level of clear liquids.
    Plumb Bobs—Use as a weight on the end of your blade.
    Rubber Blade Wiper—Strip excess liquid off of a blade as it is reeled in. These wipers fit all Liquid-Level Tape Measures.
    Liquid-Level Tape Measures
    Replacement Tape
    Measure Blades
    Lg.,
    ft.
    Graduation Location—Graduations
    (Numeric Graduations)
    Wd.
    Thk.
    Graduation
    Type
    Blade Material
    Each
    Each
    Inch—Bottom-to-Top Reading Direction
    25Front Left Side—1/8" (1")1/2"0.014"PrintedChrome-Plated Steel000000000000000000000000000
    25Front Left Side—1/8" (1")1/2"0.014"PrintedChrome-Plated Steel with Black Blade Stripe000000000000000000000000000
     
    Measures Liquid Removed from Tank
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Contains Annotated, MultipleImages. Liquid-Level Tape Measures. Measures Liquid Removed from Tank.
    Liquid removed from tank tape measures have a rectangular plumb bob. To find the amount of liquid removed from a tank, lower the plumb bob until it makes contact with the liquid’s surface, then add the measurement from the plumb bob to the measurement from the blade. To determine the amount of liquid in the tank, subtract the liquid removed from tank measurement from the overall tank height.
    Chrome-Plated Steel—Chrome-plated steel blades are for measuring dark liquids.
    Chrome-Plated Steel with Black Blade Stripe—Chrome-plated steel blades with black stripe are for measuring dark and clear liquids. The black stripe makes it easy to see the level of clear liquids.
    Plumb Bobs—Use as a weight on the end of your blade.
    Rubber Blade Wiper—Strip excess liquid off of a blade as it is reeled in. These wipers fit all Liquid-Level Tape Measures.
    Liquid-Level Tape Measures
    Replacement Tape
    Measure Blades
    Lg.,
    ft.
    Graduation Location—Graduations
    (Numeric Graduations)
    Wd.
    Thk.
    Graduation
    Type
    Blade Material
    Each
    Each
    Inch—Bottom-to-Top Reading Direction
    25Front Left Side—1/8" (1")1/2"0.014"PrintedChrome-Plated Steel000000000000000000000000000
    25Front Left Side—1/8" (1")1/2"0.014"PrintedChrome-Plated Steel with Black Blade Stripe000000000000000000000000000
     
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