STANLEY Tylon Pocket Tape Measure 5mtr/16ft | STA130696N Heavy Duty Measuring Tape
Product Description
Maximize your measuring accuracy with the STANLEY Tylon Pocket Tape Measure 5m/16ft (STA130696N). Built to meet the rigid demands of professional trades and complex home improvement projects, this 5-metre tape measure delivers a longer extension paired with an expanded 19mm blade width for enhanced standout and quick readability. Equipped with Stanley’s innovative Tylon™ blade coating, it offers up to 1.5 times the abrasion and wear resistance of standard lacquer-finished blades, protecting your markings from the harshest site conditions.
The heavy-duty, bi-material ABS plastic casing is reinforced with a textured rubber overmould, engineered for secure grip, ultimate user comfort, and superior shock absorption during accidental drops. Complete with dual metric and imperial scales, an updated positive slide lock, and a triple-riveted Tru-Zero® end hook that automatically shifts for pinpoint precision on both internal and external measurements, this professional-grade tool ensures flawless execution every single time.
Features & Benefits
- Premium Tylon™ Blade Shield: Advanced coating provides 1.5x greater resistance to scratches, abrasion, and friction than typical lacquered tapes.
- Expanded 19mm Blade Width: Offers a clearer, more legible display with a wider standout profile that stays rigid over longer distances.
- Dual Metric & Imperial Markings: Highly visible, contrast-rich millimetre and inch scales ensure fast, flexible calculations on any job site.
- Triple-Riveted Tru-Zero® Hook: Dynamic end hook automatically shifts to adjust for its own thickness, guaranteeing total internal and external accuracy.
- Shock-Absorbing ABS Case: Rugged bi-material housing shielded by a grooved rubber overmould optimizes hand comfort and resists impact damage.
- Enhanced Positive Slide Lock: Smooth, reliable thumb lock firmly secures the blade in position, allowing effortless single-handed operation.
- Anti-Glare Matte Finish: Minimizes reflection from overhead lighting or direct sunlight, making data tracking easy in any work environment.
- Official EC Class II Accuracy: Rigorously rated for professional trades with a strict error tolerance of just +/-0.5mm at 1 metre.
Key Specifications
- Brand: STANLEY
- Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): STA130696N / 1-30-696
- Blade Length: 5m / 16ft
- Blade Width: 19mm (3/4 inch)
- Accuracy Class: EC Class II
- Measurement Units: Metric and Imperial
- Case Type: Impact-Resistant ABS with Non-Slip Rubber Overmould
- Packaging: Loose Format (Non-Blister Packed)
Uses
- General carpentry, joinery, and framing layouts
- Electrical installations, piping, and building automation setup
- Flooring, drywalling, and large-scale material estimations
- Everyday residential DIY layouts and furniture tracking