Ingco Measuring Tape 8m x 25mm

The Ingco HSMT08825 is an 8m measuring tape with a 25mm wide blade, wrapped in a rubber case for a secure grip and drop protection on site. The tape has a self lock function, so the blade stays where you extend it, and a double button release brings it back smoothly. Metric and inch markings on the blade cover the full range of measuring work.

Key Features

• 8m length with a 25mm wide blade
• Self lock function holds the blade at the length you set
• Double button release for smooth, controlled retraction
• Rubber case for grip and protection on site
• Metric and inch dual markings on the blade
• Unique design suited to trade and DIY use

Specifications

• Model: HSMT08825
• Length: 8m (see flag on the description’s 10m figure)
• Blade width: 25mm
• Case: rubber
• Lock: self lock with double button release
• Markings: metric and inch

Applications

• Measuring timber, sheet and roofing materials on site
• Setting out cuts and fixing positions
• General trade and DIY measuring
• Home, workshop and building work

What You Need To Complete The Job

Pair this tape with a digital measuring wheel for long distance site measures and a chalk line reel for marking straight lines. Browse the full General Hand Tools range for more measuring tools.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the self lock function work?

The tape locks automatically as you extend the blade, so it stays at the length you set without you holding a thumb lock. To retract it, press the double button release and the blade winds back into the case under control, which reduces the risk of it snapping back on your hand.

What does the rubber case add?

The rubber case gives a comfortable, non slip grip when you are measuring with one hand, and it cushions the tape if you drop it on site. It protects the case and the mechanism from the knocks and falls a working tape measure takes.

Is the blade marked in metric and inch?

Yes. The blade carries dual metric and inch markings, which is handy for work that references imperial sizes, such as timber and pipe dimensions. The 25mm wide blade is also easier to read at a distance than a narrow tape.

How do I keep the tape blade from kinking?

Let the tape retract slowly rather than snapping back, and avoid letting the blade bend sharply over an edge. Wipe the blade clean if it gets wet or dusty, because dirt and moisture make the blade stick and kink inside the case. A self lock tape also holds the blade out while you set the measurement, which reduces strain on the blade.