Crescent Lufkin Tape Measure L1216CME-02 1-1/4 Inch By 16 Foot Shockforce G2 (17 Ft Reach Dual Sided SAE Metric Diamond Hook Layout Measuring)

Crescent Lufkin L1216CME-02 1-1/4" x 16' Shockforce™ G2 Heavy-Duty Tape Measure

The Crescent Lufkin L1216CME-02 Shockforce™ G2 1-1/4-inch by 16-foot (5-meter) tape measure provides up to 17 feet of unassisted reach for commercial framing, mechanical HVAC rough-ins, and precision carpentry layouts. Forged with a high-tensile spring steel blade protected by an abrasion-resistant finish and an extra 6-inch Mylar barrier coating delivering 3 times standard blade life, this compact measuring tool withstands punishing jobsite environments. Outfitted with a 360-degree diamond-coated grasping hook, dual-sided SAE and metric printing with an underside vertical scale, an integrated steel safety tether point, and an extreme-drop bolstered composite case, it equips framing carpenters, structural trades, and general contractors with dependable measuring accuracy and drop survival.

Best Used For:

• Solo Framing and Carpentry Layout: Extending the rigid 1-1/4-inch wide steel blade across open ceiling joists, wall studs, and subfloor spans without buckling.
• Overhead HVAC and Mechanical Measuring: Reading vertical dimensions directly off the underside quick-read scale while anchoring the 360-degree hook onto ductwork or pipe runs.
• Elevated Jobsite and Scaffolding Work: Connecting safety lanyards directly to the integrated steel tether eyelet to prevent accidental tool drops when working at height.

Key Performance & Safety Features

• 17-Foot Extended Standout: Wider, thicker steel blade geometry maintains unassisted horizontal extension for efficient solo measuring.
• Diamond-Coated 360° End Hook: Heavy-duty end hook coated in industrial diamond particles grasps framing edges firmly from top, bottom, and side angles.
• Reinforced 6-Inch Mylar Barrier: Heavy-duty protective barrier on the first 6 inches prevents edge cracking, blade tearing, and premature wear.
• Dual-Sided SAE and Metric Markings: High-contrast oversized graduations feature fractional SAE markings on top and metric units with vertical scales underneath.
• Extreme-Drop Bolstered Case: Rugged composite housing absorbs high-impact drops from ladders and scaffolding without internal mechanism damage.
• Integrated Steel Tether Anchor: Solid metal tether loop provides certified fall-protection tie-off and doubles as a pivot for drawing layout arcs.

What's Included

• (1) Crescent Lufkin 1-1/4" x 16' / 5m Shockforce™ G2 Tape Measure (Model L1216CME-02)
• (1) Heavy-Duty Steel Belt Clip with Easy-Release Lever

Technical Specifications

Pro-Tip: Use the integrated steel tether loop as a fixed center pivot point with a pencil inserted at your target measurement mark on the blade to scribe clean, accurate radius arcs directly onto sheet goods.