PC Cased Steel Tape Measure, Green, 3 to 10 m, Plated or Lacquered Blade

This is the tape measure bought by the box for building sites, market stalls and trade counters. The case is transparent polycarbonate so the mechanism can be seen, the blade is carbon steel in a bright plated or a lacquered finish, and it runs from 3 m up to 10 m.

Steel Tape Measure: Overview

Polycarbonate is used for the case because it takes a drop without shattering. A tape measure is dropped constantly, and the case is usually what fails first; a PC case with a rubberised edge or a moulded bumper survives the fall that cracks an ABS one.

The blade is carbon steel with a corrosion-resistant coating: electroplated for a bright finish, or lacquered for a coloured finish and a heavier coating. Both are graduated in millimetres along one edge and in centimetres and metres along the other.

Five lengths are offered at 19 and 25 mm blade widths: 3 m and 5 m at 19 mm, and 5, 7.5 and 10 m at 25 mm. Each length is available in both finishes, which is how the ten options are made up.

These are volume lines. Stock runs into millions of units, which is what makes them suitable for trade supply, discount retail, promotional gifting and own-brand programmes.

Key Features at a Glance

• Transparent PC case – takes being dropped.
• 3 to 10 m – five lengths.
• 19 and 25 mm blades – by length.
• Plated or lacquered – ten combinations.
• Metric graduations – both edges.
• Very high stock – suited to volume and own-brand work.

Available Models and Prices

All options are in stock. Prices are per unit in USD; carton prices on request.

Specifications

Packaging Information

Tapes ship individually in retail boxes or bags. Carton and mixed-case quantities are available on request.

Where It Is Used

Building sites and trade supply, market and discount retail, hardware counters, promotional and gift ranges, and own-brand programmes where a tape measure is bought by the box.

Choosing a Trade Tape Measure

1. Choose the case where the tape is going to be dropped. The transparent PC case is the reason to buy this range over a cheaper ABS one, and it is what keeps the tape in service.
2. Match the blade width to the length: 3 and 5 m tapes work at 19 mm, but a 7.5 or 10 m tape needs a 25 mm blade to stand out far enough to be used alone.
3. Choose the plated blade where the tape is read in dim light, and the lacquered blade where it is dragged across brick, block and concrete and has to keep its coating.
4. Buy by the box for a trade or retail range. The unit price is set for volume, and the sizes sell in a predictable ratio – most 5 m, fewer 3 m and 10 m.

Care and Maintenance

Wipe the blade before it retracts. Site grit carried into the case is what wears the coating and eventually jams the spring.

Do not let the blade snap back from full extension. The hook is riveted and will work loose, and it is the reference point every measurement is taken from.

OEM and Bulk Supply

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which options are available?

This listing covers 10 options: 3 m x 19 mm, plated blade; 5 m x 19 mm, plated blade; 5 m x 25 mm, plated blade; 7.5 m x 25 mm, plated blade; 10 m x 25 mm, plated blade; 3 m x 19 mm, lacquered blade; 5 m x 19 mm, lacquered blade; 5 m x 25 mm, lacquered blade; 7.5 m x 25 mm, lacquered blade; 10 m x 25 mm, lacquered blade. All are in stock and priced individually.

How heavy is it and how is it packed?

The unit weighs about About 250 g boxed. Tapes ship individually in retail boxes or bags. Carton and mixed-case quantities are available on request.

What is it used for?

Building sites and trade supply, market and discount retail, hardware counters, promotional and gift ranges, and own-brand programmes where a tape measure is bought by the box.

Can I buy in bulk or with my own branding?

Yes. Custom case and blade printing, own-brand packaging and mixed cartons are available on request, with OEM and ODM support.

Summary

This is the tape measure bought by the box for building sites, market stalls and trade counters. Offered in 10 configurations, each priced separately.

Typical use:

Building sites and trade supply, market and discount retail, hardware counters, promotional and gift ranges, and own-brand programmes where a tape measure is bought by the box.