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Diameter Tape Measures: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

Lufkin Pipe Diameter Tape Measures — Lufkin Pipe Diameter Tape Measure

THE GOOD:

They make quick work out of finding the outside diameter of a pipeline.
The pocket size version easily fits in your pocket, and is ready when you are.
The hard metal case protects the tape, and preserves it for a long life.
Most of them come in an attractive gift box.
Your full color logo looks great on the side of a diameter tape measure.

THE BAD:

They ain’t cheap (and they ain’t too expensive either)
They walk away when someone else thinks they need them more than you do.
The production time is 2 to 3 weeks, with your logo.

THE UGLY:

When you need a metric diameter tape, and all you have is an inch one.
When the tape goes up to 38 inches in diameter, and your pipeline is bigger than that.
The Ugly Side of Diameter Tapes

Latest News on the Lufkin Diameter Tape Measure Shortage

Lufkin Diameter Tape Measures are In Sight.

Since December 1, 2021, the Lufkin Diameter Tape Measure has disappeared from all retail shelves. Why? I am guessing it is because of the widespread supply chain issues. Every industry has been affected by this problem in 2021. The procurement of steel has been a problem, according to “Cheddar News” on October 18, 2021. The price of steel has also gone up.

The good news is here:

We expect to receive inventory of the Lufkin Diameter Tape Measure in April 2022. We plan to fill the back orders that have piled up since December soon. There are Chinese diameter tapes available now, but many customers would rather wait for the beloved Lufkin tapes.

Diameter Tape Measure for “Safe Toys and Gifts Month”

December is National “Safe Toys and Gifts Month”. It’s time to focus on safety when you buy gifts for your friends and relatives. One of the safest tools for young and old is the diameter tape measure. I know, who needs one. Don’t laugh,

because more people than you think, can use a diameter tape measure in their daily activities. Here is a short list:

Auto mechanics
Boat mechanics
Tree survey people
Plumbers
HVAC workers
Electricians

So, why is it a safe tool?

There are no parts small enough to choke on.
It has no harmful chemical additives.
It does not emit harmful radiation.

So next time you are looking for a safe gift for your auto mechanic or electrician, consider a diameter tape measure.

Using a Pipe Diameter Tape Measure Is a No-Brainer

If you have a pipeline and need to find the OD (outside diameter) it makes sense to use a pipe diameter tape measure. Even a chimp could be trained to use one. (I think). All you do is

My New Pipe Diameter Tape Measure — My New Pipe Diameter Tape

Wrap the tape around the pipe.
Read the marking where the zero mark touches the tape.
Even though the tape is wrapped around the circumference, it is marked by a factor of pi, so it gives you the diameter.
You’re done.

Now it’s time to enjoy the rest of the day in the shade.

The Diameter Tape Measure You Didn’t Know You Needed

Lufkin and Pi-Cobra are the two main brands of diameter tape measures that we carry. If you’re a regular user of these unique and useful tape measures, you know their special skill: measuring the diameter of pipes or other cylindrical items.

Which is your favorite to use?

Lufkin Pipe Diameter Tape Measure W606PD

Pi-Cobra Diameter Tape Measure- Metric & Inch

Let’s Give The Diameter Tape Measure A Bit of Attention Today

A Diameter Tape Measure Will Take Your Mind Off The News

I bet this week is going to be a doozie, so I think I might just unplug the TV and not read the news online either. I need a detox from all of the social and political unrest that is consuming the news headlines daily.

So let’s completely change the topic and talk about the diameter tape measure!

What are the best features of these specialty tape measures?

Obviously, they measure an object’s diameter
Can be wrapped around a tree stump, pipe, pole, etc
Available in both imperial and metric measurements
Can be engraved with your company’s logo

The Diameter Tape Measure: A Calculator Without Batteries

Why do we call the diameter tape measure a calculator? Because when you wrap it around the circumference of a pipe or a post, it “calculates” the outside diameter instantaneously. It’s a calculator that never slows down because it doesn’t use batteries. The special scale is in inches or millimeters, and it is stretched out by the factor of pi (3.14159). That’s how it does it for you.

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There doesn’t need to be a national holiday to remind us all that buying products made in the USA is one of the best ways to support our country. There are so many benefits, including but not limited to:

Increased jobs for Americans
Up-close quality control
Less middlemen
Less transportation & fuel costs

So today, on National Manufacturing Day, don’t forget to support our local companies and workers and buy products made in the USA.

Ask Me Anything: 10 Answers About the Diameter Tape Measure

The select few people that need to use a diameter tape measure have questions before they order. Here are the top 10:

How soon can we have them? 2 to 3 weeks is the production time.
Can you print our logo in full color? Yes.
What kind of art file do you need? .eps and .ai files are the best art files. If you don’t have those, just give us a high resolution art file, and we can convert it.
Will the imprint last forever? Yes
Where is it made? The vinyl labels are made in the USA, and the tapes are made in Mexico or China.
Is the case strong? Yes. It is very strong.
Is the zero mark at the very end of the tape? The zero mark on a diameter tape needs to be away from the end, for easy use.
Can you print on both sides of the case? Yes, but only on some brands.
How big of a pipe can you measure? That depends on the brand of tape. Some are 23″. Some go as high as 38″ diameter.
Does it come in a gift box? Yes. Each brand has a different type of box.

7 Diameter Tape Measure Tips For the Pros

If you are already a user of a diameter tape measure, these tips are for you.

Keep it clean. If you keep sand and dirt from inhabiting your tape, it will look good longer and last longer.
Line it up straight on the pipe. If you put the tape on a little crooked, you will get an erroneously high reading.
Clean the pipe. This makes sure that surface contaminants aren’t interfering with your measurement.
Use a felt tip marker to mark common measurements directly on the tape. Don’t be a hero. This tip will make your job easier.
Put your name on it. Valuable and handy tools have a way of walking away.
Buy only the best pipe diameter tape measure. Lufkin is a trusted brand name.
Keep one in every location that you work (and leave it there). I keep one in the office, my shop, my tool box, and in all my vehicles and boat. A diameter tape doesn’t measure only diameters. The other side is a regular inch tape (or metric tape). So it comes in handy many times.

Please post your own tips in the comments here. I’d be interested in what you come up with. Thanks.