Measuring Tape Clip, Precision Tape Measure Aid Measuring Tool, Fits onto Most Tape Measures (Without Ruler)

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This model is the most ergonomic, long lasting FatMax tape measure ever. It has a huge 3.35 metre standout and features a Blade Armor coating which extends the blade life up to 10 times longer than a basic Stanley tape measure. When you hook it over an edge for an outside measurement, the tab is pulled out so the measurement can start from the inside edge of the tab that's actually touching the board. What are the marks on a tape measure? There are so many types of tape measure available on the market today, so which should you choose for the job? Some tape measures have a magnetic hook, which is useful when measuring steel or other magnetic metal items but can potentially be a nuisance, as the magnet can attach itself to various nearby metal items other than what you want to measure. The DEWALT Tough Series has a removable magnetic tip, so you can take it off when not needed.

While you are measuring, make sure to keep the tape as straight as possible. As you can see in the comparison below, even a slightly crooked tape measure can result in a different measurement that could throw off your entire project! Mark with a V The largest lines are the inches, and halfway between the inches is the ½" line. Halfway between the ½" on either side is the ¼", and you can divide that measurement again to find the ⅛" marks. Even smaller are the 1/16" and 1/32", but I usually just start counting individual lines if I need one of those! The belt clip allows the measuring tape to be hooked onto the belt so it is always accessible. Markings on a Measuring Tape Fig 2: Markings on a Measuring Tape

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The dual-sided hook helps keep the blade in place when measuring without an assistant. The belt clip easily attaches to a belt or strap, but this measuring tape is a bit bulky for the designated tape measure holder on some tool pouches. Overall, we found this to be a very accurate, durable, and useful tape measure for professionals, DIYers, and around-the-house users alike. Take a look at the side of your tape measure, near the belt clip. You will find a measurement listed there. This shows you the length of your tape measure's housing.

It features both metric and imperial readings on a sturdy 19mm wide tape and can achieve a 1.8 metre standout. Just butt the housing up against the wall. Make a note of the measurement on your tape, and add it to the length of the housing. This will give you the precise reading for the inside of your project.Still, this tape measure has a lot to recommend it. Most tape measures just have small lines to indicate fractions of an inch, but that can be tough to read. If you need very precise measurements without the bother of squinting at tiny lines, you'll appreciate this tape measure as much as we do. Unlike most other options, this one has a fractional scale—that means it actually has the fractions printed right onto the nylon blade—so you can see clearly indicated 1/8, 1/4, and 1/2-inch numerals, plus small lines to indicate 1/16ths of an inch. The hook located at the end of the tape has probably been used while measuring a table or other hard surfaces. This metal component is intentionally left loose because the first inch is off by 1/16th of an inch, requiring adjustment to ensure accuracy. 6. Hook Slot The bottom of the measuring tape is divided into centimeters. It signifies that the top portion of the tape may display measurements in millimeters, centimeters, and meters.

Also, be careful not to let your fingers get close to the edges of the tape as it is retracting. The edges are not super sharp, but enough that they can leave a cut! How to Use the Nail Notch Once all testing was completed, the testers assigned each tape measure a score of 1 to 5 in categories of accuracy, durability, ease of use, performance, and value. These scores were added to the testing results and the numbers were tabulated to choose the top-scoring tape measures.Sewing tape measures are flexible tapes that don’t have a case. These are very useful tools for sewing and similar projects but are also handy for taking body measurements, measuring items with curved surfaces, or general measuring tasks around the home. The most common length for a sewing tape measure is 5 feet, but there are some as long as 12 feet. On the end of the tape, there is another little metal tab. This has two functions: First, it keeps the tape from retracting all the way into the housing. Second, it gives you something to hook over the end of the piece you are measuring, so you don't have to hold the tape in place at both ends. If your tape measure is getting old and beat up (like the one below!), the tab at the end of the tape may give you inaccurate measurements. But you can still use it for some applications.

The hole may be for display, but the hook slot serves a practical purpose. It is made to hook onto a nail or screw, which is useful for construction projects. 7. Belt Clip The dimensions at the top are in inches. The huge digits 1, 2, 3,... marked adjacent to the long markings correspond to full inches. There are small divisions between the numbers that represent fractions of an inch. There is a 'foot' mark after every 12 inches since 12 inches equals 1 foot.On the top of the measuring tape are measurements such as 1, 2, 3, and so on, which inscribe Inches Most commonly, tape measures have numerals for inches and feet, and small lines to indicate fractions of inches. There are some, however, including the Milwaukee Compact Tape Measure, that actually indicate the fractions with numerals rather than lines, which can be much easier to read. For example, if you want to find ⅝" on this tape measure, imagine that the inch is divided up into eight equal sections. ½" is 4/8", so look for the next ⅛" mark and you've found ⅝"! The measuring tape, often known as the blade, is used to get a measurement. The top row of most tapes is made up of imperial units (inches), while the bottom row is made up of metric units (centimeters). 5. Hook