Lufkin

The biggest markings on a Lufkin tape measure are the inch marks, which will typically have the largest numbers. As the increments decrease, so does the length of the mark. A 1/2-inch mark will be bigger than a 1/4-inch mark, which will be bigger than a 1/8-inch mark. So, a tape measure reads the same way as a standard ruler.

Make sure you clean your Lufkin tools after every project, because it will improve their performance and their lifespan. If you want a more professional clean, buy a gun cleaning kit. But you should be able to find what you need to clean any type of hand tool you have.

There’s a reason why the hook at the end of a Lufkin tape measure isn’t in a fixed position. It wiggles on its rivets so it can make up for the hook’s thickness. When you push the tip against something for an inside measurement, the hook will be included in the reading. And when you hook it onto the end of a piece for an outside measurement, the gap will be equivalent to the amount of space the hook would take up. If the hook leaves you guessing when you’re measuring shorter distances, line up the 1-inch mark at the start and subtract that extra inch from the final measurement.

The measuring wheel has been used for centuries. In fact, early reports suggest that it dates back to the 1600’s. And with the exception of comfort and accuracy, it hasn’t changed much since then. It original purpose was to estimate long distances, specifically between cities and towns. The Lufkin Measuring Wheel is used today in a similar manner, but it can be used for other purposes as well. Some of them can include but may not be limited to:

• Marking the boundaries of a property.
• Measuring the foundation of a house.
• Measuring the distance between buildings on a property.
• Marking off the edges of areas used for landscaping.
• Determining the size of a garden.
• Measuring the size of a long, flat area.

If you’re looking for a Lufkin measuring wheel that you can use on your next project, be sure to look at what we have at Engineer Supply.

The rougher the surface, the larger the measuring wheel should be. This will make sure you get the most accurate estimate, but the key word is “estimate” because that’s what it has been designed to do. A Lufkin measuring wheel isn’t considered a precision measuring tool. But if it’s used in ideal conditions, it can be accurate to within three inches for every 100 feet.

If you’re looking for a measuring wheel or any of the Lufkin tools we offer in our store, be sure to browse through our inventory.