The only solution is to replace the blade.
Retractable tape measure spring mechanism.
A retractable tape measure assembly is disclosed which includes a housing a coiled tape located in the housing which tape is adapted to be extended from and retracted into the housing.
Retractable tape measures use a flat metal spring wound around a spindle in the center of the tape.
Mechanism of a retractable measuring tape מנגנון הגלילה האוטומטי של סרט מדידה.
After replacing the spring connect the tape to the spring by putting the end of the spring into the hole at the start of the tape.
You can purchase a new part at the same store you bought your tape measure from.
A retractable tape measure having a housing with an opening therein through which a portion of the tape extends with the remainder of the tape being coiled around a spring biased reel having a hub around which the tape is coiled.
The spring mechanism of a tape measure is actually a long flat coiled metallic material.
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The coiled tape has a free end with a pull tab secured thereto.
Opposed annular ends on the hub retain the tape coiled therearound.
Problems arise typically from a crack or split on the blade.
About 12 of these are springs 25 are tape measures.
Not all types of metallic material are able to generate spring property however the steel commonly is.
Occasionally the spring on an auto retracting tape measure will become a bit sprung or stretched so that the tape will not fully retract into the case on it s own.
Step 5 put the tape back.
A wide variety of tape measure spring options are available to you such as usage material and load type.
Make sure you have the model number and size when you go to the store to get the exact fit.
A tape measure retracts because the tape connects to a flat metal spring coiled around a central post inside the tape housing.
Each of the annular ends have a serrated circular peripheral edge with about 90 to about 150.
As you pull the tape out the spring characteristic will be getting higher and it is used to retract your tape automatically.
When the tape is pulled the defect hooks on the case stopping the tape from moving.
The ruler or blade attaches to the end of the spring.
