Buy High-quality Measuring Tools and Layout Tools Online
Accurate measurement is the key to great crafts and engineering projects. A measuring device will not only help you measure lengths, thickness and width of an object, but it will also help you measure the flatness or squareness of an object. In ancient times, people used to measure things by using different parts of their bodies. For example, an inch was the size of a man’s thumb and so on. They even came up with various measuring units, such as cubit and lick. That’s how they used to build buildings and structures back then. Then came various manual measuring devices, such as rulers, calipers, multimeters, anemometer, bore gauge and compass. Thanks to the advancement of technologies, the measuring devices have evolved with time and now there are tools that can help you measure almost any object or space with ease. With online shopping, you can buy various measuring tools and layout tools from the comfort of your home. Trusted brands like 3M, Aapal Collection, AB World Class, Mass Pro, Bosch, Taparia, HTC and Fluke have a vast range of measuring devices to choose from.
A few measuring devices that you can find online are:
a. Bosch GLM 40 Digital Measuring Unit Non-magnetic Engineer's Precision Level
b. Stanley STHT36000-812 Measurement Tape
c. Bosch 0.601.072.HF0 Laser Distance Meter 50m Range Non-magnetic Engineer's Precision Level
d. Trendmakerz 1.50 Meter 150 CM Superior Quality Cloth Object Body Measuring Tape inch Measurement Tape
e. GSKCUT 15 Blades Feeler Gauge Dual Marked Metric /Imperial Range 0.05-0.63 mm Measurement Tape
Types of Measuring Devices
Measuring devices are designed differently for different types of measurements. Let’s have a look at a few types of measurement tools and layout tools:
Rulers
We all have used rulers. They are mostly used by students, architects, construction workers and other professionals. They are thin, long, flat-shaped measuring devices that are usually made of wood or plastic. They may come in different sizes, ranging from 30.48 cm to 91.44 cm. You can simply place a ruler over an object to determine its length.
Calipers
This device is used for measuring the distance between two sides of an object or a structure. They provide accurate measurements. They usually come with metal pieces that are hinged together to expand and measure two opposite sides. They can also measure the diameter of round objects.
Measuring Tapes
A measurement tape is one of the most basic measuring devices. They usually have a small casing with a metal tape inside it that can be easily extended and retracted. The tape has a metal clip at one end that allows you to attach it to any object and extend the tape to a distant point. The measuring tapes are quite convenient to use. They are also portable, so you can easily carry them in your pocket.