8" Tape Measures | McMaster-Carr

	System of Measurement System of Measurement

	Length Length

	Tip Style Tip Style


Hook	Double Hook

Magnetic Hook	Loop

Pointed Hook	Knob

	Graduation Marks Graduation Marks

	Blade Width Blade Width

	Numeric Marks Numeric Marks

	Manufacturer Manufacturer

Stanley

Lufkin

Starrett

	Case Color Case Color

	Silver		Orange
	Yellow		Red
	Black		Green
	Blue		Brown
	Black and Orange

	Case Material Case Material

Plastic

Metal

	Blade Lock Type Blade Lock Type

Manual

Automatic

Nonlocking

	Blade Material Blade Material

Steel

Fiberglass

Stainless Steel

	Blade Color Blade Color

	Yellow		White
	Silver		Black
	Blue

	Manufacturer Model Manufacturer Model

PowerLock
with
BladeArmor
Coating

Series P2000

	Blade Return Type Blade Return Type

Automatic

Manual

	Manufacturer Model Number Manufacturer Model Number

	Blade Type Blade Type

Single Sided

Double Sided

	Orientation Orientation

Horizontal

Vertical

	Graduation Color Graduation Color

	Case Width Case Width

	DFARS (Defense Acquisition Regulations Supplement) DFARS (Defense Acquisition Regulations Supplement)

DFARS Specialty Metals
COTS-Exempt

	Graduation Mark Style Graduation Mark Style

Printed

Etched

Embossed

	RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances)

RoHS Compliant

	REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals) REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals)

REACH Compliant

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Tape Measures

Stanley PowerLock Tape Measures

Slide the lock to hold the blade in place. The case is chrome-plated, impact-resistant plastic.

Stanley Heavy Duty PowerLock Tape Measures

All have a durable cast metal case that’s chrome-plated for corrosion resistance

Stanley PowerLock Tape Measures with BladeArmor

The first 3" of the blade is reinforced with a wear-resistant plastic coating.

Stanley FatMax Tape Measures

Measure from a distance—the blade on these tape measures remains rigid when extended up to 11 feet.

Stanley LeverLock Tape Measures

The blade automatically locks in place when extended and stays locked until you press the release lever.

Stanley Tape Measures

The case is impact-resistant plastic that's yellow for high visibility. Slide the lock to hold the blade in place.

Lufkin High-Visibility Tape Measures

A bright orange case makes these tape measures easy to spot.

Lufkin Auto-Lock Magnetic-Tip Tape Measures

The blade locks in place when extended until you press the release lever, and a magnetic-hook tip attaches to metal surfaces to assist vertical and distance measuring.

Lufkin Magnetic-Tip Tape Measures

Attach the magnetic-hook tip to metal surfaces to assist vertical and distance measuring.

Lufkin Tape Measures

These tape measures have a chrome-plated, impact-resistant plastic case.

Certified Tape Measures

Ensure accurate measurements with certified tape measures.

Quick-Read Tape Measures

Pocket Tape Measures

Compared to standard tape measures, these are less than half the size.

Easy-to-Read Pocket Tape
Measures with Level and Compass

A window with an indicator line clearly shows the measurement.

Pocket Tape Measures with Corrosion-Resistant Blade

The blade on these tape measures is chrome-plated for durability and corrosion resistance.

Easy-Grip Tape Measures

For a comfortable and secure hold, these tape measures have a narrow case with a molded rubber grip.

Corrosion-Resistant Tape Measures

All internal parts, including the blade, are stainless steel for corrosion resistance.

Magnetic Holders for Tape Measures

Clip this magnetic holder to your belt and attach the included metal adapter to your tape measure's case.

Easy-Carry Long Tape Measures

Hold on to the large, rubber-coated handle while carrying these tape measures.

Long Tape Measures

Measure distances over 35 ft.

Starrett Certified Long Tape Measures

These reliable tape measures include a calibration certificate traceable to NIST stating they have passed a test for accuracy.

High-Visibility Long Tape Measures

Easily spot the brightly colored case on these tape measures around your worksite and in your toolbox.

Fast-Winding Long Tape Measures

Grip the tape measure through the hole in the center and quickly rewind the blade with the specially designed reel.

Pocket-Size Diameter Tape Measures

At about half the size of standard diameter tape measures, these fit in your pocket.

Diameter Tape Measures

Also known as tree tapes, wrap these tape measures around circular items to determine diameter and measure circumference without the need for calculations.

Certified High-Accuracy Diameter Tape Measures

Accurately measure diameter.

Flexible Tape Measures

Durable and flexible, these tape measures are coated for scratch resistance.

Center-Finding Tape Measures

Find the exact center of your work. Measure the total distance with the upper scale; then find the same number on the bottom scale—that's your center point.