Studio view of the DeWalt ToughSeries 16-foot tape measure featuring a rugged black and yellow housing with large branding and a textured grip.
Angled studio view of the tape measure with the yellow blade extended, showing the double-sided print, magnetic hook, and durable thermoplastic case.
Front perspective view of the coiled tape measure highlighting the 16-foot length label and the DeWalt ToughSeries logo on the yellow faceplate.
Rear view of the tape measure housing displaying the heavy-duty black metal belt clip and the integrated lanyard slot at the bottom.
Close-up detail of the tape measure blade tip showing the magnetic end hook, the Rip-Shield clear coating, and high-contrast black measurement markings on yellow steel.
The DeWalt tape measure sitting on sawdust-covered wooden planks with the blade extended, demonstrating stability and durability in a construction environment.
Overhead close-up view of the extended yellow tape blade resting on wood, showing the precise 1/16 inch graduation markings and DeWalt branding.
All About the DEWALT® TOUGHSERIESTM Tape Measures promotional video
Studio view of the DeWalt ToughSeries 16-foot tape measure featuring a rugged black and yellow housing with large branding and a textured grip.
Angled studio view of the tape measure with the yellow blade extended, showing the double-sided print, magnetic hook, and durable thermoplastic case.
Front perspective view of the coiled tape measure highlighting the 16-foot length label and the DeWalt ToughSeries logo on the yellow faceplate.
Rear view of the tape measure housing displaying the heavy-duty black metal belt clip and the integrated lanyard slot at the bottom.
Close-up detail of the tape measure blade tip showing the magnetic end hook, the Rip-Shield clear coating, and high-contrast black measurement markings on yellow steel.
The DeWalt tape measure sitting on sawdust-covered wooden planks with the blade extended, demonstrating stability and durability in a construction environment.
Overhead close-up view of the extended yellow tape blade resting on wood, showing the precise 1/16 inch graduation markings and DeWalt branding.
All About the DEWALT® TOUGHSERIESTM Tape Measures promotional video
DEWALT

DeWalt Tape Measure DWHT36916S 16 Foot ToughSeries 1-1/4 Inch Wide Blade (Magnetic Hook Double Sided Print Rip Shield 100 Ft Drop Tested Measuring Tool)

Only 1 left
SKU: DWHT36916
$23.97 USD

Description

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High-Density 16 Foot Wide Blade Tape Measure with 100 Foot Drop Tested ToughSeries Housing

The DeWalt DWHT36916S 16-Foot ToughSeries Tape Measure delivers an industrial architectural layout solution engineered to survive structural drops from up to 100 feet onto raw concrete substrates. Featuring a heavy-duty 1-1/4 inch wide steel blade that yields a 16-foot maximum reach, this professional pocket tape measure allows single-operator wood and steel framing alignments without premature blade buckling. The double-sided printed blade is reinforced along its first 6 inches with a protective Rip-Shield coating to block tear damage during rapid retraction, while an integrated removable magnet attachment anchors the end hook firmly onto metallic surfaces, conduits, and iron pipes to simplify commercial installations.

Best Used For:

  • Solo Structural Framing: Stretching horizontal and vertical dimensions across open wood joists and wall sections up to 16 feet without tape collapse.
  • Metal Stud Framing: Securing the hook firmly to commercial light-gauge metal studs using the high-strength removable magnet attachment.
  • Overhead Conduit Installation: Tracking vertical measurements and ceiling clearances quickly utilizing the high-contrast double-sided print layouts.

Key Performance & Safety Features

  • 100 Foot Concrete Drop Protection: Rugged overmolded industrial casing isolates internal recoil components against structural fracturing during scaffolding drops.
  • Rip-Shield Hook Enforcement: High-durability micro-thin blade coating shields the high-stress terminal 6 inches from tearing or crimping.
  • Removable Magnetic Interface: Interlocking magnetic end hook attachment provides modular adapting options for steel tracking or finish woodwork.
  • Double-Sided Scale Matrix: High-visibility fractional markings are printed on both blade faces to permit accurate overhead sightline readability.
  • Wide Steel Standout Rigidity: Full 1-1/4 inch blade structural width offers extra stiffness for long-span cross-room engineering checks.

What's Included

  • (1) DeWalt ToughSeries 16 ft. Tape Measure (DWHT36916S)
  • (1) Removable Magnet Attachment

Technical Specifications

Brand Name DeWalt
Model Number DWHT36916S
Product Series ToughSeries™
Tool Classification Heavy Duty Tape Measure
Blade Length Capacity 16 ft.
Blade Width Profile 1.25 in. (1-1/4 in.)
Maximum Tool Reach 16 ft. Solo Reach
Blade Scale Graduation 1/16 in. Intervals
Blade Protective Finish Steel with Rip-Shield™ Coating (First 6 in.)
Print Scale Orientation Double-Sided Layout
Case Structural Material Impact Resistant Plastic overmolding
Magnetic Properties Yes (Removable Rare-Earth Attachment Hook)
Case Footprint Dimensions 3.00 in. L x 2.88 in. H x 1.75 in. D

Pro-Tip: When measuring polished finish surfaces where scratching must be prevented, simply slide off the removable magnet attachment. This exposes the standard precision blade hook profile to guarantee non-marring accuracy on sensitive cabinet structures or stained framing stock.