OX Pro Tuff Rule 600mm Black

The OX Pro Tuff Rule is a 600mm folding rule designed for builders, carpenters and roofers. It is made from rugged ABS plastic with reinforced brass hinges, so it stays rigid when extended and folds down to a compact 150mm for the pocket. The rule doubles as an angle finder, with a central swivel hinge that pivots from 0 to 180 degrees for marking mitres, roof pitches and flush cuts.

Key Features

• 600mm folding rule in four 150mm panels
• Rugged ABS plastic body with reinforced brass hinges and pins
• 45mm width matches standard 90 x 45mm timber for fast marking
• 0.5mm increments, laser etched for clear, fade resistant marks
• Central swivel hinge doubles as an angle finder from 0 to 180 degrees
• Folds to a compact 150mm for the tool kit or pocket
• Weight approximately 94g (description-sourced)

Specifications

• Model: OX-P507206
• Length (folded): 600mm, four 150mm panels
• Width: 45mm
• Graduations: 0.5mm, laser etched
• Materials: ABS plastic body, brass hinge and pins
• Angle finder: central swivel hinge, 0 to 180 degrees
• Weight: approximately 94g (description-sourced)

Applications

• Setting out stud wall and floor joist centres
• Marking mitre cuts, roof pitches and angles
• Quick on-site checks of lengths and offsets
• Measuring and marking on 90 x 45mm timber

What You Need To Complete The Job

Use this rule with an OX Pro Tuff Rule white as a spare on site, and pair it with an OX tape measure for longer runs. Mark your lines with an OX carpenters pencil. See the Carpentry Tools range for more measuring tools.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the angle finder work?

The rule has a central swivel hinge that pivots between 0 and 180 degrees. Open the rule to the angle you need and the hinge holds the reading, which makes it quick to check mitres, roof pitches and flush cuts without a separate bevel or protractor.

Is this rule the same as the white version?

The black and white OX Pro Tuff Rules share the same 600mm length, ABS body, brass hinges and swivel angle finder. The main difference is the colour and the marking finish, with the black version carrying 0.5mm laser-etched graduations. Pick the colour you prefer or keep both.

Why is the width 45mm?

The 45mm width matches the face of standard 90 x 45mm timber, so you can mark a full panel across the stud or joist in one pass. That speeds up setting out stud walls, joists and battens because you do not have to flip the rule or mark twice.

How do I keep it accurate?

Store the rule folded with the hinges clean and free of grit. Wipe it down after wet or dusty jobs and check the hinges for looseness over time. The laser-etched graduations resist wear, but a bent or dirty hinge will affect the fold, so keep the moving parts in good shape.