Like all the other FatMax tape measures, the blade is protectively coated in Mylar meaning that the blade can last for up to ten times longer than those that are traditionally coated.

Blade standout is class leading at 4m for all models, partly due to these tapes' super-clear, 32mm wide blades. The hook at the end of the blade is still a Tru-zero, self-adjustable, three rivet, multi-directional, corrosion resistant hook but, with the FatMax Xtreme, this hook is a full 150% larger than on a conventional Stanley tape measure. To top it off, Xtreme tapes feature a high visibility yellow blade unlike that found on any other Stanley tape. This makes it ideal for those working in muddy or low-light conditions. Due to the sheer number of 5m tapes sold, manufacturers can justify spending vast quantities of time and money on research and development to make this particular length of tape one of the most innovative, accurate and durable types on the market. We offer highly competitive, low-cost delivery on all of our tape measures. What’s more, our standard delivery charge is cheaper than the equivalent service from Screwfix, Axminster, Cromwell and many other major tool retailers.The tape conforms to the EEC Class II standard of accuracy, an internationally recognised benchmark, meaning it enables the user to achieve excellent levels of measuring precision. It is aided in this by incorporating an extremely strong and rust proof ’tru –zero’ hook at the tip of the tape, which is firmly attached to the blade with 3 rivets. This hook enables the user to effortlessly take exact internal and external measurements... Unlike a conventional 'bottom hook' the overall design of the hook allows measurements to be taken from the side, above and below. Put simply, if you're looking for durability, reliability, quality, accuracy and peace of mind, you couldn't do much better than to buy a Stanley tape measure. If you're after another brand or perhaps you're not sure quite what type of tape you're after, why not browse through our tape measures catalogue? Stanley Tylon Tape Measures That said and done, however, when you start looking deeper into the 5m tape category you'll start to see a very real increase in quality and, crucially, innovation. Not seen in many of the shorter or indeed longer tapes on the market, 5m/16ft short tape measures include some of the most innovative and useful features on the market today. The blade also comes with Stanley's patented 'BladeArmor™' coating for the first 11cm+ of the blade (the part that receives most wear and tear over the tape's life). The rest of the tape is coated with a Mylar polyester clear film that helps to prolong the life of the entire blade. If you thought a standard FatMax tape measure was advanced, wait until you experience Stanley's awesome range of FatMax Xtreme tapes! These incredible tapes come with many of the same features as the FatMax tapes whilst also sporting some that take them to the next level in handheld measuring.

How do you use your tape? What do you use a tape measure for and in what kind of environment do you use it? These are just a few of the many questions the team at Stanley ask their customers before developing a new product. By listening, by testing, by dropping tapes, bending tapes, twisting them and stretching them in the scorching heat, the dripping wet and the bitter cold, Stanley test and develop all their tools to be the very best they can be.