Klein Tools 910-6 Folding Ruler 6-Foot, Durable Fiberglass, Inside Reading
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I purchased this item based on the answers. The packaging, on the other hand, clearly states "made in China," and the photograph appears to be quite old.
Yes, it does, in my opinion. When it's brand new, it maintains a good 90-degree angle.
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I'm an electrical engineer who requires a ruler when working with electrical equipment. All of the ruler's components are made of nylon. Klein claims that it is made of non-reinforced fiberglass. A small stainless steel spring is present at each segment's joint, but it is recessed and unlikely to come into contact with anything hazardous. br>br>With a little effort, the ruler segments open up nicely and snap into 90° or 180° positions. Because I usually measure against a panel surface or a wall, the extended part of the ruler that starts at "0" lays flat against the surface, I prefer the inside reading rulers. br>br>The folded ruler measures 8 inches long, 2 inches wide, and 3/4 inch thick, making it easy to slip into a back pocket. It's easy to clean, waterproof, and shouldn't pick up any stains from normal use because it's made of fiberglass. The numbers and lines are engraved, so they won't wear off over time, and every 16 inches, there's a red stud marking. The ruler measures six feet in length. It bends a little if held flat side up when fully extended, but not at all if used edge-to-edge. br>br>If used in the rain, I've found that a small amount of moisture can be trapped when folded up, so make sure to open and dry after you've returned inside. br>br>Overall, an excellent measuring stick for all conditions.
I bought it for the inside reading feature and was really happy with it until I needed to check a measurement with a tape measure. Over the course of six feet, there was a 1/8-inch difference. It turns out that the Klein is 1/8" longer than it should be, as I checked it against yet another ruler. That's fine for measuring wire or rough-cut work, but it's not very useful for much else. I'll be returning it.
I like that it's made of tough nylon (which the package claims is reinforced with glass fibers for extra durability). Because my previous wooden ruler broke, I've never used a fiberglass ruler before. I like how the black markings are legible, with 1/16" markings that are easily distinguishable. The folding mechanism is strong and simple to use. Klein is an American company, but I was pleased to see that this folding ruler was made in Switzerland; this grandma is thrilled to have such a useful ruler for all of my projects!.
My son participates in a sport in which his foot placement must be consistent from one event to the next. This folding ruler is ideal for our requirements. It has been subjected to nearly daily abuse by a teenager for over a year and continues to function normally. If you only need the ruler partially extended, make sure the measurement numbers are running in the right direction when you buy it. Ours works fine, but we've seen others in our sport who have measurement numbers that run the wrong way and can't lay their rulers flat.
Because it's made of fiberglass rather than wood, this six-foot folding rule is more durable than the old one. That's good because it's the same length as my old six-foot rule. It also works for carpenters, because the multiples of sixteen inches were thoughtfully made red. For those of you who aren't familiar with the number sixteen, it is a number that For 2X4 spacing in construction, carpenters is the most common center. It's convenient that sixteen is a forty-fold factor. eight, so you can evenly space three supports on a four-foot sheet of drywall or plywood sheeting/decking If you've ever used a rule where the numbers start on the inside instead of the outside, you'll be perplexed as to why anyone would use a rule printed in the opposite direction. This is a well-made and secure item. It will serve you well for many years, as long as you don't use it to make stars. Return to your duties!.
It shattered at the joints the first day on site after being dropped off a lift; I'd get a WOODEN rule next time, but it was easy to read and use otherwise. Simply not long-lasting enough for use on a construction site.
What did I do for the first five years of my career as an electrician if I didn't have one of these? This thing is magic if you're doing any overhead work where fighting with a tape measure isn't an option, or if you're doing repetitive finite work with conduit. It's well-made, stays open and closed without flinching, doesn't fold up on you when held overhead, and is accurate and simple to read. Get one. You won't regret it.
Two of the orange joint connectors fell out and the rule came apart when I tried to fully extend it for the first time. br>br>This was my first time purchasing such a tool. In the future, I'll have to choose between a wooden or a non-wooden version. One of the smallest. I was extremely disappointed.
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