Features
- 16 ft maximum blade length
- Double-sided blade printing (readable from either side)
- Removable magnetic hook for attaching to metal surfaces
- 6 in Rip-Shield blade coating at hook for wear protection
- Automatic spring retraction
- Contoured ABS case for grip and control
- Designed to survive drops to ground (usable after drops)
- Measure from any angle
Specifications
| Blade Length (Ft) | 16 |
| Blade Width (In) | 1-1/4 |
| Blade Color | Yellow |
| Case Material | ABS |
| Case Color | Black, Yellow |
| Has Hook Magnet | Yes (detachable) |
| Is Magnetic | Yes |
| Tape Type | Short tape / retractable |
| Rewind | Automatic spring retraction |
| Unit Of Measure | Standard (SAE) |
| Standout (Ft) | 16 |
| Measurement Accuracy | ±1/16 in. |
| Number Of Pieces | 1 |
| Package Quantity | 1 |
| Manufacturer Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty |
| Country Of Origin | Thailand |
| Upc | 076174369168 |
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Retractable 16 ft tape measure with a 1-1/4 in blade. Features double-sided blade printing for reading from either side, a removable magnetic hook for measuring metal surfaces, and 6 in of Rip-Shield blade coating at the hook for added wear protection. Housed in an ABS case with a contoured grip and automatic spring retraction. Device is designed to withstand drops to the ground and has a standout suitable for single-user measurements up to its 16 ft length.
Project Ideas
Business
Solo Gallery Wall & TV Mounting Service
Offer fast, precise picture, shelf, and TV mounting with guaranteed spacing and alignment. Use the long standout for single-person wall spans and the magnetic hook to catch screws or metal brackets while measuring overhead. Upsell layout consultations and cable management for higher ticket jobs.
Window Treatments Measure & Install Micro-Service
Provide on-site measuring and installation for blinds, shades, and curtain rods. The double-sided blade speeds accurate measurements in tight spaces and above windows, and the magnetized hook grips steel frames or brackets for solo work. Charge a flat measure fee credited toward install to boost conversions.
Field Measuring for Metal Fabricators
Partner with weld shops to capture exact site dimensions for railings, gates, stair stringers, and guards. The removable magnetic hook anchors to structural steel so you can work solo, and the ±1/16 in accuracy keeps cut lists tight. Bill per opening with rush-fee options and deliver annotated sketches.
Pop-Up Personalized Growth Charts
Set up at markets to sell custom height-chart boards. Measure and mark personalized milestones on the spot, add names and dates, and offer hanging hardware placement at precise offsets. Keep costs low with pre-finished boards and upsell gift wrapping.
Short-Form Content: Measure Hacks Channel
Create bite-size videos teaching measurement tricks, layout shortcuts, and tool care, featuring the double-sided blade and magnetic hook in real scenarios. Monetize via affiliate links, local brand partnerships, and downloadable checklists. Expand into mini-courses on room layout and DIY installs.
Creative
Anamorphic Sidewalk/Driveway Mural Grid
Lay out a perspective grid in 1 ft increments up to 16 ft to create an eye-popping anamorphic chalk or paint mural. The double-sided blade lets you read marks from any angle while kneeling or standing, and the removable magnetic hook can anchor to a steel washer or a screw head so one person can tension the blade. The wide 1-1/4 in blade serves as a straightedge for crisp guide lines.
Heirloom Growth Chart Board
Make a wall-mounted hardwood height chart with brass or burned-in foot markers. Use the ±1/16 in accuracy to transfer exact inch and foot marks; the double-sided printing makes vertical reads easy without twisting your wrist. Add routed inlays at major milestones and pre-drill perfectly spaced mounting holes.
Pegboard Mosaic + Tool Wall
Design a pegboard that doubles as wall art by mapping a clean 1 in grid and color-blocking panels. The long standout lets you span wide sections solo, while the magnetic hook holds onto metal tool rails or brackets as you set exact centers. Finish with precisely spaced French cleats or peg patterns.
Magnetic Planter Spacing Jig
Evenly space hooks, holes, or hangers on steel planters, balcony rails, or metal trellises. Clip the magnetic hook to the metal edge to lock your zero point and free both hands for marking and drilling. The coated first 6 in resists wear as you repeatedly hook and unhook during layout.
Backyard Mini Golf Layout
Plot holes, fairways, and obstacles with precise radii and distances in your yard. Hook onto a screw or stake to scribe arcs, then mark centerlines and breakpoints up to 16 ft away without a helper. The tough ABS case shrugs off drops as you move around the course.