Apex C1288BLKN Chrome Clad Steel Tape 200 Ft

Product Description

The APEX C1288BLKN is a long-blade steel tape measure built for trade professionals who need reliable measurement across extended runs. The blade features a Chrome Clad and Yellow Clad finish on a 0.375-inch-wide steel blade that extends to 200 feet, supported by a 4-arm reel mechanism for controlled payout and retrieval. The E3 blade style is engineered for rigidity and smooth feed. At 3.19 pounds, the unit is substantial without being unwieldy on the job site. Measurements are graduated in SAE (inch/fraction) format, making it a direct fit for standard trade layout and rough-in work.

This tape is suited for layout and measurement tasks in residential and light commercial construction, HVAC rough-in, plumbing layout, electrical conduit runs, and general site measuring. The 200-foot blade length covers full-room diagonal checks, long conduit runs, and exterior layout work without the need for multiple setups. Trades that work with extended measurement runs will find the 4-arm reel particularly useful for managing blade tension and reducing kinks during payout.

Key Features

• 200-foot steel blade for extended-run layout and rough-in measurement
• Chrome Clad and Yellow Clad blade finish for durability and visibility
• 0.375-inch blade width with E3 blade style for consistent rigidity
• 4-arm reel mechanism for controlled blade payout and retrieval
• SAE graduation format compatible with standard trade measuring practice

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose long-blade tape measure for trade and construction use where extended SAE measurement capability is required.

Installation Notes

Long-blade tape measures of this type are operated by trade professionals for layout and measurement tasks rather than installed as fixed components. Handle the blade carefully during payout to avoid kinks, which can permanently weaken the steel. Reel the blade back under controlled tension using the 4-arm handle to prevent snap-back damage. Inspect the blade periodically for corrosion or nicks that may affect measurement accuracy.