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Retractable steel tape measure in ABS case with belt clip, 96 inches long, .5 inch wide, 1/32 graduations

Middle Atlantic

Middle Atlantic Rack Ruler 96" .5" 1/32 Graduations Steel

SKU CH-6NK9-79E20

A 96-inch steel tape measure with .5-inch width, 1/32 graduations, metric scale, thumb lock and belt clip

  • Dual rack-space and inch scales eliminate manual conversion
  • 1/32" graduations on steel tape deliver precise measurements
  • Mylar-coated retractable blade resists wear in daily use
  • Thumb lock holds tape at any length for hands-free reading
  • Belt clip keeps the 96" ruler accessible on the job

8 ft Steel Rack Ruler for Installers

This 96 inch steel tape measure is built for rack installers who need quick, accurate space planning. The Mylar coated blade resists wear while the ABS case with thumb lock and belt clip keeps the tool secure on a job site. Double sided graduations show rack units in red and inches in black down to 1/32 increments.

Replaces Guesswork and Separate Tapes

The ruler eliminates mental rack unit math by displaying both U spaces and fractional inches on one blade. It is worth switching when you regularly mount gear and want to avoid counting holes or carrying a second tape for metric checks. The metric system is included alongside the imperial scale.

Holds Up to Daily Site Use

The steel blade retracts smoothly into a rugged ABS housing designed for repeated extension and locking under load. Thumb lock engagement stays firm during long measuring runs and the belt clip prevents drops when moving between racks. Mylar coating protects the printed graduations from abrasion and solvent exposure.

Highlights

  • Dual rack-space and inch scales eliminate manual conversion
  • 1/32" graduations on steel tape deliver precise measurements
  • Mylar-coated retractable blade resists wear in daily use
  • Thumb lock holds tape at any length for hands-free reading
  • Belt clip keeps the 96" ruler accessible on the job

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

How wide is the steel tape on this 96" rack ruler?

The tape is .5" wide and housed in a tough ABS case with a thumb lock and belt clip.

How do I lock the tape at the right rack space when marking multiple units?

Extend the tape, press the thumb lock to hold it, then read the red rack-space graduations alongside the black inch marks.

What part of this ruler wears out first and can it be replaced?

The Mylar coating on the steel tape protects the 1/32" graduations; the tape itself is not user-replaceable.

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