Tape measure and marking device

Details Tape measure and marking device Tape measure and marking device

1980-08-18

1981-10-27

Haroian, Harry N.

Geometrical instruments

Area integrators

Electrical

33189, G01B 310, B43L 904

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042965543

ABSTRACT:
A marking device for a measuring tape of the type carried in a housing, and which may include a spring return mechanism and a tape lock, includes a spring clip for attaching the tape to a belt or clothing, but in the present invention is also capable of and is adapted to receive and position a marking device, such as a pencil or scribing tool. The spring clip has two openings, one at the bend of the clip, and the second near the free end of the clip to engage the marking device and position it precisely in alignment with the point of exit of the tape from the housing.
The configuration of the clip allows the clip to be used to engage a brad or finishing nail in the second opening to retain the tape housing to a wall or other surface so that distances can be measured and easily and precisely marked by one person.
The invention also features a configuration at the end of the tape which allows the free end of the tape to be easily supported for the purpose of measuring and marking.

REFERENCES:
patent: 3148455 (1964-09-01), Aciego
patent: 4015337 (1977-04-01), Taylor

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