Mitutoyo 182-204 Flexible Steel Rule 6 in 3R Graduation

Product Description

The MITUTOYO 182-204 is a flexible stainless steel rule designed for precision measurement in trade and industrial applications. The rule measures 6 inches in overall length and 1/2 inch in overall width, with a satin chrome-plated finish that reduces glare and improves readability under shop lighting. At 0.02 inches thick, the blade flexes to conform to curved or contoured surfaces without losing its calibrated accuracy. Graduation is marked in the 3R style, providing three scales in a single rule: 1/32 inch, 1/50 inch, and 1/64 inch. Machinists, pipefitters, HVAC techs, and general tradespeople reach for this rule when a rigid rule cannot seat flush against a workpiece.

The 182-204 fits into general-purpose layout, inspection, and measurement tasks across residential and commercial trade work. The flexible blade is especially useful when measuring around pipe fittings, ductwork flanges, curved sheet metal, and other non-flat surfaces. The horizontal scale orientation reads cleanly left to right. The rule ships individually and does not include a hook attachment. It is non-magnetic, which keeps it from picking up ferrous chips in machine shop environments.

Key Features

• Flexible stainless steel blade conforms to curved and contoured surfaces
• 3R graduation style: three scales on one rule (1/32 in, 1/50 in, 1/64 in)
• Satin chrome-plated finish reduces glare for improved scale readability
• Thin 0.02-inch blade profile allows close-contact measurements
• Non-magnetic construction prevents ferrous particle pickup
• Compact 6-inch length fits in a tool pouch or apron pocket

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose flexible steel rule suitable for layout and measurement tasks in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical trade work where a rigid rule cannot maintain flat contact with the workpiece.

Installation Notes

No installation is required for this hand tool. Store the rule flat or in a protective sleeve to prevent permanent bending of the flexible blade. Avoid using the blade edge as a scribing guide under heavy pressure, as this can distort the thin cross-section. Clean with a dry cloth after use to protect the satin chrome finish.