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  • General Tools® - 12" SAE Industrial Precision Flexible Steel Ruler
    General Tools® - 12" SAE Industrial Precision Flexible Steel Ruler (1216)
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    # mpn4653583508
    12" SAE Industrial Precision Flexible Steel Ruler (1216) by General Tools®. The #1216 Industrial Precision Flexible Steel Rule is ideal for making exact linear measurements. Whether you're a keen DIYer or a pro, this practical tool is...
    Ultra-fine black 5R graduationsPolished stainless steel finish
    $10.66
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  • General Tools® - 12" SAE Industrial Precision Flexible Steel Ruler with 5R Graduations
    General Tools® - 12" SAE Industrial Precision Flexible Steel Ruler with 5R Graduations (CF1216)
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    # mpn4699235502
    12" SAE Industrial Precision Flexible Steel Ruler with 5R Graduations (CF1216) by General Tools®. The #CF1216 Industrial Precision 12 In. Flexible Steel Rule with 5R Graduations can make very precise measurements.
    Ultra-fine black graduationsSatin chrome finish
    $10.68
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  • General Tools® - 6" SAE Industrial Precision Flexible Steel Ruler
    General Tools® - 6" SAE Industrial Precision Flexible Steel Ruler (616)
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    # mpn4653583616
    6" SAE Industrial Precision Flexible Steel Ruler (616) by General Tools®. The #616 Industrial Precision Flexible Steel Rule with 5R Graduations can make very precise linear measurements. Whether you're a keen DIYer or a pro, this...
    Ultra-fine black graduationsPolished stainless steel finish
    $5.27
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  • General Tools® - 6" SAE Industrial Precision Flexible Steel Ruler with Pocket Clip
    General Tools® - 6" SAE Industrial Precision Flexible Steel Ruler with Pocket Clip (300/1)
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    # mpn4653583575
    6" SAE Industrial Precision Flexible Steel Ruler with Pocket Clip (300/1) by General Tools®. With Plastic sleeve. The #300/1 Industrial Precision Flexible Steel Rule can make very precise measurements.
    Ultra-fine black graduationsPolished stainless steel finish
    $2.41
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  • General Tools® - 6" SAE Industrial Precision Rigid Steel Ruler
    General Tools® - 6" SAE Industrial Precision Rigid Steel Ruler (676)
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    # mpn4653583621
    6" SAE Industrial Precision Rigid Steel Ruler (676) by General Tools®. Whether you're a keen DIYer or a pro, this practical tool is great to have at hand in your toolbox. Designed with key attention to detail, it will let you carry out...
    Ultra-fine black graduationsPolished stainless steel finish
    $6.19
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  • Insize® - 12" (300 mm) SAE/Metric Semi-Flexible Stainless Steel Ruler
    Insize® - 12" (300 mm) SAE/Metric Semi-Flexible Stainless Steel Ruler (7110-300)
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    # mpn5093984088
    12" (300 mm) SAE/Metric Semi-Flexible Stainless Steel Ruler (7110-300) by Insize®. Semi-flexible rules. Made of stainless steel. Non-glare surface. If you're looking for a quality product that will serve you for years to come, look no...
    Rigid rulesNon-glare surface
    $7.90
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  • Insize® - 6" (150 mm) SAE/Metric Semi-Flexible Stainless Steel Ruler
    Insize® - 6" (150 mm) SAE/Metric Semi-Flexible Stainless Steel Ruler (7110-150)
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    # mpn5093984008
    6" (150 mm) SAE/Metric Semi-Flexible Stainless Steel Ruler (7110-150) by Insize®. Semi-flexible rules. Made of stainless steel. Non-glare surface. If you're looking for a quality product that will serve you for years to come, look no...
    Rigid rulesNon-glare surface
    $6.03
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  • General Tools® - 6" SAE Economy Precision Flexible Steel Ruler
    General Tools® - 6" SAE Economy Precision Flexible Steel Ruler (311ME)
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    # mpn4653583581
    6" SAE Economy Precision Flexible Steel Ruler (311ME) by General Tools®. The #311ME Economy Precision Flexible Steel Rule with mm-inch Comparison can make very precise measurements. Whether you're a keen DIYer or a pro, this practical...
    Ultra-fine black graduationsPolished stainless steel finish
    $3.16
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  • General Tools® - 6" SAE Economy Precision Flexible Steel Ruler with Pocket Clip
    General Tools® - 6" SAE Economy Precision Flexible Steel Ruler with Pocket Clip (300ME)
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    # mpn4653583576
    6" SAE Economy Precision Flexible Steel Ruler with Pocket Clip (300ME) by General Tools®. The #300ME Economy Precision Flexible Steel Rule with 64th In. Graduations can make very precise measurements. Whether you're a keen DIYer or a...
    Ultra-fine black graduationsPolished stainless steel finish
    $2.67
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  • General Tools® - Ultratest™ 12" (300 mm) SAE/Metric Flexible Steel Ruler
    General Tools® - Ultratest™ 12" (300 mm) SAE/Metric Flexible Steel Ruler (CF1247ME)
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    # mpn4653583684
    Ultratest™ 12" (300 mm) SAE/Metric Flexible Steel Ruler (CF1247ME) by General Tools®. With 32nds of an Inch Graduations. The #CF1249MD Ultratest™ Flexible Steel Rule with 10ths of an Inch Graduations can make very precise...
    Ultra-fine black graduationsHard satin chrome finish
    $13.90
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  • General Tools® - Ultratest™ 24" SAE Flexible Steel Ruler
    General Tools® - Ultratest™ 24" SAE Flexible Steel Ruler (CF2445)
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    # mpn4698087223
    Ultratest™ 24" SAE Flexible Steel Ruler (CF2445) by General Tools®. Whether you're a keen DIYer or a pro, this practical tool is great to have at hand in your toolbox. Designed with key attention to detail, it will let you carry out...
    Ultra-fine black graduationsHard satin chrome finish
    $32.66
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  • Insize® - 12" (300 mm) SAE/Metric Rigid Steel Ruler
    Insize® - 12" (300 mm) SAE/Metric Rigid Steel Ruler (7113-300A)
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    # mpn5093984089
    12" (300 mm) SAE/Metric Rigid Steel Ruler by Insize®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured from...
    Expertly crafted utilizing advanced technologiesHigh grade materials to ensure reliable service for years
    $30.46
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  • Insize® - 12" SAE Steel 4R Rigid Ruler
    Insize® - 12" SAE Steel 4R Rigid Ruler (7126-12)
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    # mpn5093983924
    12" SAE Steel 4R Rigid Ruler (7126-12) by Insize®. If you're looking for a quality product that will serve you for years to come, look no further.
    4R graduationNon-glare surface
    $6.18
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  • Insize® - 6" SAE Steel 4R Rigid Ruler
    Insize® - 6" SAE Steel 4R Rigid Ruler (7126-6)
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    # mpn5093984014
    6" SAE Steel 4R Rigid Ruler (7126-6) by Insize®. If you're looking for a quality product that will serve you for years to come, look no further.
    4R graduationNon-glare surface
    $3.55
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  • Central Tools® - 150 mm Metric Stainless Steel Pocket Ruler
    Central Tools® - 150 mm Metric Stainless Steel Pocket Ruler (6515)
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    # mpn1452817886
    150 mm Metric Stainless Steel Pocket Ruler by Central Tools®. Whether you're a keen DIYer or a pro, this practical tool is great to have at hand in your toolbox. Designed with key attention to detail, it will let you carry out...
    Top quality stainless steelPrecision ground and tempered
    $7.05
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  • Central Tools® - 6" SAE Stainless Steel Pocket Ruler
    Central Tools® - 6" SAE Stainless Steel Pocket Ruler (6514)
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    # mpn470265713
    6" SAE Stainless Steel Pocket Ruler by Central Tools®. Whether you're a keen DIYer or a pro, this practical tool is great to have at hand in your toolbox. Designed with key attention to detail, it will let you carry out measurements...
    Top quality stainless steelPrecision ground and tempered
    $8.46
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  • GDI Tools® - 8" SAE Triangle Ruler with Circle Templates
    GDI Tools® - 8" SAE Triangle Ruler with Circle Templates (GT186)
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    # mpn4721775609
    8" SAE Triangle Ruler with Circle Templates (GT186) by GDI Tools®. Whether you're a keen DIYer or a pro, this practical tool is great to have at hand in your toolbox. Designed with key attention to detail, it will let you carry out...
    30/60 degrees with circle templatesHigh quality at an affordable price
    $9.96
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  • Lufkin® - 1' SAE Steel Ruler
    Lufkin® - 1' SAE Steel Ruler (621FT)
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    # mpn1746968108
    1' SAE Steel Ruler (621FT) by Lufkin®. Whether you're a keen DIYer or a pro, this practical tool is great to have at hand in your toolbox. Designed with key attention to detail, it will let you carry out measurements smoothly and...
    Bold Markings Deeply Etched and Permanent are Black FilledHeavier than on Machine-Divided Rules
    $39.65
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  • Lufkin® - 2" SAE Steel Ruler
    Lufkin® - 2" SAE Steel Ruler (622FTN)
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    # mpn4695894037
    2" SAE Steel Ruler (622FTN) by Lufkin®. Whether you're a keen DIYer or a pro, this practical tool is great to have at hand in your toolbox. Designed with key attention to detail, it will let you carry out measurements smoothly and...
    Bold Markings Deeply Etched and Permanent are Black FilledHeavier than on Machine-Divided Rules
    $62.20
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  • Lufkin® - 3" SAE Tinner's Circumference Steel Ruler
    Lufkin® - 3" SAE Tinner's Circumference Steel Ruler (953FTN)
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    # mpn4695893974
    3" SAE Tinner's Circumference Steel Ruler by Lufkin®. Whether you're a keen DIYer or a pro, this practical tool is great to have at hand in your toolbox. Designed with key attention to detail, it will let you carry out measurements...
    Standard Rule with Tinners and Other Sheet MetalworkersTempered Medium-Weight Steel
    $102.04
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  • Lufkin® - 3' SAE Steel Ruler
    Lufkin® - 3' SAE Steel Ruler (623FTN)
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    # mpn4658385661
    3' SAE Steel Ruler (623FTN) by Lufkin®. Whether you're a keen DIYer or a pro, this practical tool is great to have at hand in your toolbox. Designed with key attention to detail, it will let you carry out measurements smoothly and...
    Bold Markings Deeply Etched and Permanent are Black FilledHeavier than on Machine-Divided Rules
    $95.39
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  • Lufkin® - Red End™ 6' SAE White Wood Masonry Ruler
    Lufkin® - Red End™ 6' SAE White Wood Masonry Ruler (646L)
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    # mpn1746968094
    Red End™ 6' SAE White Wood Masonry Ruler by Lufkin®. Whether you're a keen DIYer or a pro, this practical tool is great to have at hand in your toolbox. Designed with key attention to detail, it will let you carry out measurements...
    Ideal for masons and bricklayersInside marked with 6 scales in 16" Modules
    $22.18
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  • Lufkin® - Red End™ 6' SAE White Wood Ruler Used General Measure
    Lufkin® - Red End™ 6' SAE White Wood Ruler Used General Measure (T066N)
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    # mpn1746967537
    Red End™ 6' SAE White Wood Ruler Used General Measure (T066N) by Lufkin®. Whether you're a keen DIYer or a pro, this practical tool is great to have at hand in your toolbox. Designed with key attention to detail, it will let you carry...
    Easy-to-read markings in black and red on a white backgroundDurable construction form brass-plated joints and brass end caps which prevent the ends from splintering
    $15.92
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  • Mitutoyo® - Series 182™ 12" (300 mm) SAE/Metric Stainless Steel Full-Flexible Ruler
    Mitutoyo® - Series 182™ 12" (300 mm) SAE/Metric Stainless Steel Full-Flexible Ruler (182-225)
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    # mpn5094032649
    Series 182™ 12" (300 mm) SAE/Metric Stainless Steel Full-Flexible Ruler (182-225) by Mitutoyo®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and...
    Clear graduations on satin-chrome finishStainless tempered
    $26.67
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  • Mitutoyo® - Series 182™ 12" (300 mm) SAE/Metric Stainless Steel Wide Rigid Ruler
    Mitutoyo® - Series 182™ 12" (300 mm) SAE/Metric Stainless Steel Wide Rigid Ruler (182-125)
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    # mpn5094032645
    Series 182™ 12" (300 mm) SAE/Metric Stainless Steel Wide Rigid Ruler (182-125) by Mitutoyo®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high...
    Clear graduations on satin-chrome finishStainless tempered
    $30.32
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  • Mitutoyo® - Series 182™ 12" SAE Stainless Steel Full-Flexible Ruler
    Mitutoyo® - Series 182™ 12" SAE Stainless Steel Full-Flexible Ruler (182-223)
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    # mpn5094032879
    Series 182™ 12" SAE Stainless Steel Full-Flexible Ruler (182-223) by Mitutoyo®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of...
    Clear graduations on satin-chrome finishStainless tempered
    $30.23
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  • Mitutoyo® - Series 182™ 12" SAE Stainless Steel Full-Flexible Ruler
    Mitutoyo® - Series 182™ 12" SAE Stainless Steel Full-Flexible Ruler (182-224)
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    # mpn5094032827
    Series 182™ 12" SAE Stainless Steel Full-Flexible Ruler (182-224) by Mitutoyo®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of...
    Clear graduations on satin-chrome finishStainless tempered
    $26.67
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  • Mitutoyo® - Series 182™ 12" SAE Stainless Steel Full-Flexible Ruler
    Mitutoyo® - Series 182™ 12" SAE Stainless Steel Full-Flexible Ruler (182-222)
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    # mpn5094032707
    Series 182™ 12" SAE Stainless Steel Full-Flexible Ruler (182-222) by Mitutoyo®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of...
    Clear graduations on satin-chrome finishStainless tempered
    $26.67
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  • Mitutoyo® - Series 182™ 12" SAE Stainless Steel Full-Flexible Ruler
    Mitutoyo® - Series 182™ 12" SAE Stainless Steel Full-Flexible Ruler (182-221)
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    # mpn5094032648
    Series 182™ 12" SAE Stainless Steel Full-Flexible Ruler (182-221) by Mitutoyo®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of...
    Clear graduations on satin-chrome finishStainless tempered
    $26.67
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  • Mitutoyo® - Series 182™ 12" SAE Stainless Steel Wide Rigid Ruler
    Mitutoyo® - Series 182™ 12" SAE Stainless Steel Wide Rigid Ruler (182-121)
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    # mpn5094032825
    Series 182™ 12" SAE Stainless Steel Wide Rigid Ruler (182-121) by Mitutoyo®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of...
    Clear graduations on satin-chrome finishStainless tempered
    $30.32
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We all have learnt how to measure objects with a ruler at school, but when it comes to construction and design, more advanced tools are required to make precise measurements. For small distances up to 96 inches, engineers and builders might use a straight edge ruler that can also help to check the symmetry of lines. Another common measuring tool is a tape measure which is basically a metal ruler that rolls out, with the maximum length of 33 ft. It is easy to use and very compact, so it can even be clipped to the belt and carried along.

For long distances, there are such professional devices as a tape reel and measuring wheel. The former features a fiberglass or nylon tape that has marking on both sides; it comes either in a closed case or with a handle and a pointed stake and is perfect for uneven surfaces. The latter is constructed from a calibrated wheel with a handle and can measure the distance up to 10,000 ft. This tool calculates the distance while being rolled from the initial to the end point. Finally, the most modern measuring device is a laser tape measure which provides highly accurate measurements using optics and physical properties of a laser.

Distance Measuring Tools