Having a tape measure can come in handy many times during an average day. Whether it's trade related or just being able to measure a piece of furniture at the store to see if it will fit in that special place, it is one of those little tools that can make a big difference. Slightly larger diameter than a 50 pence piece, it is the perfect tape measure for everyday carry. Why? Because it is super TINY, ultra-durable, and extremely lightweight. It also includes a removable keychain clip, so you can attach it anywhere to keep it with you at all times. As if that wasn't enough, the user-replaceable 1 meter / 3 feet measuring tape ensures you will never have to buy another portable tape measure again. Ever. The next increments of measure on a tape measure blade are the inch marks, which will be identified by the longest lines and usually labeled with a single numeral—1, 2, 3, etc. Inch mark numbering usually continues along the entire length of the blade. At 8 feet, for example, you will see both a "8 ft." and a "96" inch designation.

Foot marks are valuable, but often it's easier to avoid them altogether and measure only in terms of inches. That way, you only need to pay attention to one set of figures: inches. So, instead of a ceiling being measured as 7 feet, 6 inches, it would be measured as 90 inches. It's the same thing, but a little easier to read on the tape and remember. The humble tape measure is the world’s most commonly used measuring tool, accompanying millions of tradesmen and contractors to work every single day.

What's more, some tape measures (regardless of expense or quality) can feature steel blades with relatively sharp edges. They may not feel sharp at first but it can be a very different story when travelling at speed. When looking at the image above, the 1st small mark after the 4cm point denotes a measurement of 41mm. The next small mark in line would be 42mm, the next would be 43mm and so on. 41mm can also be referred to as 4.1cm (0.041m) but the majority of trades in the UK do tend to quote measurements in milimetres. How to Read an Imperial Tape Measure

The Ti-Tape is simply the world's smallest titanium tape measure. - New Exclusive Blue Camo Edition! On some tape measures, the inch markings repeat 1- to 12-inch increments on one side of the blade, with running inch increments on the other side (as shown here).

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The Ti-Tape is simply the smallest titanium tape measure in the world. Slightly larger than a US Quarter, it is the perfect tape measure for everyday carry. Why? Because it is super TINY, ultra-durable, and extremely lightweight. It also includes a removable keychain clip, so you can attach it anywhere to keep it with you at all times. As if that wasn't enough, the user-replaceable 3' measuring tape ensures you will never have to buy another portable tape measure again. Ever.

The titanium housing will ensure it will last virtually forever, far superior to those plastic or heavy steel tape measures. If the measuring tape gets worn or bent, it can be replaced so you can start with a fresh tape that is ready for action (we'll be offering the spare tapes as well).The Tec Accessories Ti-Tape Titanium Tape Measure is simply the world's smallest titanium tape measure. Time Magazine unveiled its anticipated Best New Inventions of 2022 list, its annual roundup of 200 innovative products and ideas that hit the market in the last year. The list features many invention categories, including virtual reality, health care, robotics and style. With such interesting innovations across several sectors, most people would never expect a digital tape measure to make it, but the T1 Tomahawk Digital Tape Measure did.