Stanley 30-830 30-Foot-by-1-Inch LeverLock Tape Rule

by Stanley

Product Description

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The Stanley 30-Foot-by-1-Inch LeverLock Tape Rule streamlines tape operation with its unique power-return tape rule and blade release locking button. A dual-action lever gives the option of a free-wheeling blade or a traditional LeverLock. The special Tru-Zero hook allows a nail to be used as a pivot to draw circles and arches. For longer life and protection, this tape rule features a three-rivet hook, polymer-coated blade, and a heat-treated spring.

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A high-visibility yellow color case makes this tape rule easy to find in your tool box, cabinet or on the job. A convenient belt clip is fastened on back of the case. Ergonomically-designed with a rubber grip and rubberized blade locking lever, this non-slip tape rule measures 30-feet-by-1-inch. It comes with Stanley's limited lifetime warranty.

About Stanley LeverLock Tape Systems
Designed for home improvement and everyday use, LeverLock tape systems provide innovative features at an attractive price, all while maintaining Stanley's commitment to quality and performance. Featuring a 20-percent smaller rounded bi-material case to improve functionality, increase comfort and help prevent the tape from slipping out of the user's hand, LeverLock tape rules includes a slip-resistant rubber grip and a rubberized blade-locking lever. A red blade lock override button allows the tape to be used in two modes. When the button is set with the locked padlock icon pushed out, the blade will not retract unless the user depresses the black lever on the bottom of the tape rule case. When the button is set with the unlocked padlock icon pushed out, the blade extends and retracts freely.

Product Description

LEVERLOCK TAPE RULE *1" x 30' *Power return tape rule with automatic bottom lock *True-zero hook *Mylar protected blade to resist abrasion, oils, dirt and most solvents *Stud markings every 16 inches *Belt clip on back of case

Product Details

• Item Weight: 4.8 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0000950PR
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: 30-830
• Average Customer Review: 1.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #107,186 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)

Customer Reviews

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Don't buy it., October 24, 2010

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Mark J. Roulette - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Stanley 30-830 30-Foot-by-1-Inch LeverLock Tape Rule (Tools & Home Improvement)

I can reiterate much of what the other reviewers have already stated. Mine broke after only a little light use around my house. I'm not in construction and don't even use the tape all that often, and certainly not roughly, yet the retracting mechanism broke after just a bit of use. The thin tape snapped in two when the retracting mechanism failed and the tape wound itself up inside the case. I've had one of the older LeverLock tapes (one of the bright orange ones mentioned in another review), and it still works great though it's many years old and has had much more use than the piece of junk yellow egg model. I only bought the yellow one because I had misplaced the orange one and couldn't find it. Thank goodness I later found the orange one. The yellow 30-830 model is junk. Don't waste your money on it. Although Stanley says they'll replace defective tapes, is it really worth the shipping cost and hastle to send it in? I don't think so. Especially since they might end up claiming it was abused, anyway.

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars These new styled LeverLocks don't even compare to the old style, July 21, 2007

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D. Cowger "Outpatient" (SF Bay Area) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Stanley 30-830 30-Foot-by-1-Inch LeverLock Tape Rule (Tools & Home Improvement)

I've always been a huge fan of the LeverLock style tapes. The old style Stanley LeverLocks were great. I still have a neon green one that is struggling to survive. But these new LL tapes are of poor design and quality. I've owned a 30' and a 25' so far and regret wasting the money on them. Here's why:

1. The actual tape seem to be much cheaper now. My 30' tape only lasted a couple months before it tore and wound itself up inside the case. I then purchased the 25' thinking it would be a thicker more sturdy tape. It was not.

2. The new rounded, "futuristic egg" looking design is just goofy looking.

3. The actual lever mechanism is too weak. You can't even set the tape down while it's extended because it's own weight is enough to press the lever and make the tape retract. What a glaring design flaw. Stanley should be embarrassed.

4. I guess their solution to this was to add a little red button that will lock the lever and not allow it to be depressed. Maybe it seemed like a good idea to the design engineer that came up with it, but to real people using this tape in the real world it is simply an unwanted extra step in the process of trying to use this tape. That stupid button was always getting accidentally engaged and was a constant source of irritation. I ended up just cutting it off with a razor knife.

5. Why does Stanley continue to refuse to offer a "Fat Max" version of the LeverLock? Do they think us LeverLock users have no need for a wider, more sturdy tape? Are they really that out of touch?

If you can find an older style LeverLock tape maybe on ebay or something then get it. (They were more square shaped and most often seemed to be in colors of neon green or bright orange.) However I cannot recommend these new, kinda-egg shaped LeverLocks. They have no redeeming qualities at all and are greatly inferior to the older style.

The only other tape currently being made that uses an identical lever mechanism is made by Craftsman. They call them "bottom locking" tapes. Their design is far superior to this new Stanley design. The Craftsman tapes are not perfect either, but they are a much better choice than these Stanley models. I'd recommend at least checking them out.

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Worst tape measure I ever owned, March 26, 2004

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E. Shank "Green Building Pro" (Berea, OH United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Stanley 30-830 30-Foot-by-1-Inch LeverLock Tape Rule (Tools & Home Improvement)

Perhaps I got a lemon. Nearly right out of the box my 30 ft LeverLock mechanism began to fail. At first, if I set the tape down with the rule extended, the weight of itself would release the LeverLock and the tape would retract! Soon after the mechanism refused to hold the tape extended at all. I have struggled with this tape for a year now and I have cursed it nearly every time I use it. The tape increments have also worn off to the point where on the first 6 or 7 feet I cannot read any fractional markings at all. If I could give this turkey ZERO stars I would. Mr. Stanley, you blew it on this one! I'm looking for a better tape right now.