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If you are looking for a flexible, portable measuring tool, a retractable tape measure is a great option. These types of measuring tools are a great addition to any crafter's toolkit, and they are great for measuring body measurements, and for textile crafts and sewing.
Retractable tape measures are compact and have a push button mechanism for retraction. These measuring tools are also durable and wear resistant, making them a perfect choice for any project. Some are also equipped with locking mechanisms to prevent accidental retracting.
Retractable measuring tapes are generally made with a metal or plastic casing. The casing will include a spring mechanism, which provides a biasing force and helps the tape retract automatically when it is pulled out. A blade is also attached to the spring. A pull tab on the free end is usually used to hold the tape and engage the work piece for measurement.
The coiled tape extends from the housing and the pull tab has an adhesive surface, allowing the pull tab to be held in place by a high friction element. The pull tab is usually made from metal, which is the preferred material. The pull tab is generally L-shaped and hooks onto the object being measured. The front and rear surfaces of the hook are abrasive and provide friction.
Most tape measures have markings that indicate the length of the measurement. The largest of these marks is the inch mark. The other markings are 1/4 and half inch, and increments. These markings are often engraved on the tape, but sometimes they may be printed on the front. You can calculate the length of a measurement by reading the tape, adding the inches between the inch marks, and dividing the length by the number of inches.
Many manufacturers limit the amount of metal used in their tape measures, which is why the tape measures are so sturdy. These tapes are also resistant to rust, and they can last for years, as long as the steel used is of good quality. The use of non-slip materials on the front of these tapes has not been tested in any applications yet.
Retractable tape measures are compact and have a push button mechanism for retraction. These measuring tools are also durable and wear resistant, making them a perfect choice for any project. Some are also equipped with locking mechanisms to prevent accidental retracting.
Retractable measuring tapes are generally made with a metal or plastic casing. The casing will include a spring mechanism, which provides a biasing force and helps the tape retract automatically when it is pulled out. A blade is also attached to the spring. A pull tab on the free end is usually used to hold the tape and engage the work piece for measurement.
The coiled tape extends from the housing and the pull tab has an adhesive surface, allowing the pull tab to be held in place by a high friction element. The pull tab is usually made from metal, which is the preferred material. The pull tab is generally L-shaped and hooks onto the object being measured. The front and rear surfaces of the hook are abrasive and provide friction.
Most tape measures have markings that indicate the length of the measurement. The largest of these marks is the inch mark. The other markings are 1/4 and half inch, and increments. These markings are often engraved on the tape, but sometimes they may be printed on the front. You can calculate the length of a measurement by reading the tape, adding the inches between the inch marks, and dividing the length by the number of inches.
Many manufacturers limit the amount of metal used in their tape measures, which is why the tape measures are so sturdy. These tapes are also resistant to rust, and they can last for years, as long as the steel used is of good quality. The use of non-slip materials on the front of these tapes has not been tested in any applications yet.
