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US Tape 56707 12 ft tape measure, silver ABS case, 1/2 in steel blade

US Tape

US Tape 56707 12 ft tape measure 1/2 in blade

SKU CH-9DRE-BHH3H

A 12 ft steel tape with 1/16 in graduations, 1/2 in blade, automatic return and 3 ft standout

  • Overall length6.75
  • Overall width4.75
  • Main materialSteel
  • Product typeLong
  • 12 ft blade extends 3 ft for overhead reach
  • 1/16 in graduations on steel blade give precise reads
  • Slide lock holds blade firm during layout
  • Belt clip keeps measure at hand on the job
  • ABS case with 3-rivet hook survives daily drops

12 ft steel tape for trade use

The US Tape 56707 is a 12 ft steel tape measure with a 1/2 in blade designed for construction, carpentry and general trade work. Its closed ABS case and slide lock suit daily site use. The fractional SAE graduations read in feet and inches down to 1/16 in.

3 ft standout and 3-rivet hook change reach

A 3 ft standout lets one person extend the blade horizontally without collapse. The non-magnetic single hook uses three rivets for durability and the automatic return retracts the blade when the slide lock is released. A belt clip is included for pocket carry.

Check blade length and graduation system

Verify that a 12 ft blade covers the typical spans you measure and that SAE fractional graduations match your workflow. The hook-end zero point and non-magnetic tip suit standard framing but not magnetic attachment. Ensure the closed case fits your tool belt or pouch.

How it compares

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Price $15.99
Cheaper than about 57% of the 305 comparable items (median $17.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameUS TAPE
Product typeLong
Size & build
Main materialSteel

Questions about this item

How long will the steel blade last before it needs replacing?

The 12 ft steel blade is built for repeated extension and retraction; its service life depends on how often it is used and whether the blade is kept clean and free of debris.

What limits continuous use of the tape measure during a long layout job?

The 3 ft standout is the first limit you hit — beyond that the blade will bend and lose rigidity, so you need a helper or a support for longer spans.

Does the case get hot or make noise when the blade runs in and out all day?

The ABS plastic case stays at ambient temperature and the automatic return operates quietly; no heat or audible noise builds up during normal all-day use.

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