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Tape measures

US7870679B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 9, 2007
Grant dateJan 18, 2011
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Expiry dateApr 18, 2027

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01B3/10
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A tape measure having a support structure and an elongate spike mountable on the support structure. The elongate spike is moveable relative to the support structure for mounting in any selected one of two or more positions relative to the support structure. The two positions can include a position can include a position for use and a storage position.

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