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Tape measure tool with lanyard

US8683710B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateSep 7, 2012
Grant dateApr 1, 2014
Priority date—
Expiry dateOct 20, 2032

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01B3/1048
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A retractable tape measuring device comprising a single housing in which are two spools. A first spool is utilized for a flexible, retractable tape measure. A second spool is utilized for a retractable safety lanyard. The opening for the safety lanyard is on the narrow face of the device opposite the opening for the tape measure. The lanyard may be used to secure the device to clothing, other tools and devices, or to fixed structures.

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