Milwaukee 48-22-3980 Bold Chalk Reel 100 Foot

Product Description

The Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp 48-22-3980 is a 100-foot bold chalk reel designed for layout and marking work on job sites across construction, mechanical, and trade applications. The reel uses a planetary gear system with a 6:1 gear retraction ratio, allowing fast, consistent line retrieval. A strip guard clutch protects the line from snapping under tension. The rubber over-mold body provides a secure grip in wet or dusty conditions. This is a bare tool, sold without chalk. Trades professionals involved in framing, flooring, concrete layout, and general site work keep this reel in their standard kit.

The 48-22-3980 is suited for both residential and commercial job sites where straight, bold chalk lines are required over long distances. The 100-foot capacity covers large floor slabs, roof decks, wall layouts, and similar wide-span marking tasks. Flush handle storage keeps the tool compact when not in use, making it easy to stow in a tool belt, apron, or bag. Electricians, plumbers, HVAC technicians, framers, and finish trades all use chalk reels regularly during rough-in and layout phases.

Key Features

• 100-foot line capacity for long-distance layout marking
• Planetary gear system with 6:1 gear retraction ratio for fast retrieval
• Strip guard clutch protects the line and prevents snap-back damage
• Rubber over-mold body for improved grip in field conditions
• Flush handle storage for compact, belt-friendly carry
• Bare tool configuration — no chalk included

Compatibility

Designed as a standalone chalk reel compatible with standard powdered chalk used in construction and trade layout applications.

Installation Notes

A chalk reel requires no power source and no tools for setup. Load chalk through the fill port before use and verify the line seats correctly on the reel spool. Snap lines against clean, dry surfaces for the clearest mark. Follow applicable local building codes when using layout lines to establish reference points for framing, mechanical rough-in, or finish work.

Technical Specifications

• Line Length: 100 feet
• Gear Retraction Ratio: 6:1
• Gear System: Planetary gear
• Clutch Type: Strip guard clutch
• Body Material: Rubber over-mold
• Weight: 9.55 pounds
• Tool Configuration: Bare tool
• Unit of Measure: EA
• Package Quantity: 6

Standard Information

• Brand: Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp
• Manufacturer Part Number: 48-22-3980