[Pibe-division] {Disarmed} Re: Rulers

[Carlton Anne Cook Walker]

I also found the device at the Independence MArket at www.nfb.oeg:


EXTENSION MEASURING TOOL, CLICK RULE
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EXTENSION MEASURING TOOL, CLICK RULE [image: picture of EXTENSION MEASURING
TOOL, CLICK RULE]An efficient tactile measuring device that measures up to
12 inches with accuracy of 1/16 of an inch. Three 12-inch extensions allow
measurement up to 4 feet. This device consists of four major parts: 1/2-inch
aluminum tube, sliding threaded rod, locking screw, 1/4-inch-thick metal
stop.

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On Tue, Nov 2, 2010 at 3:46 PM, Carlton Anne Cook Walker <
attorneywalker at gmail.com> wrote:

> Hi,
>
> Here is something I did find:
>
> CLICK RULE & METRIC CLICK RULERecord 8 of 12
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> The Click Rule and Metric Click Rule are tactile and auditory measuring
> devices designed for individuals who are blind or have low vision. They
> allow for quick measurements of wood and tool setups as well as for general
> use The Click Rule measures up to 12 inches and is accurate to 1/16 of an
> inch. It measures outside and inside dimensions as well as depths of holes
> 3/8 inches in diameter and larger. The Metric Click Rule measures up to 20
> millimeters with accurate measurements of one millimeter. The Click rule
> comes with three extensions allowing measurements up to four feet, and the
> Metric Click Rule comes with four extensions allowing measurement up to one
> meter. It is made from quality material and is plated to prevent rust.
> OPTIONS: Additional extensions are available for either rule.
>
> *Notes:*
>
> *Price:* Contact manufacturer.
>
> This product record was updated on August 4, 2003.
> This product is available from:
>
> *Manufacturer:*
>
> Community Advocates, Inc. P.O. Box 83304
> Lincoln,  Nebraska   68501
> United States
> *Telephone:* 402-486-3091.
> *TT:* 402-486-3091.
> *Fax:* 402-486-3091.
>
> Please note that your daughter might need some practice reading 1/16 of an
> inch tactually because it is very small.
>
>
> Also, APH has a ruler to 1/8 of an inch available with federal Quota funds
> (I'm sure you've already found it, but here it is:)
>  Rulers: 1-Foot Braille
>
> These molded plastic rulers are 12 inches long, 1 1/2 inches wide, an 1/4
> inch thick in the center, and taper down to 1/16 inch on the reading edge. A
> metal caliper slide to aid in accuracy is included (also available
> separately).
>
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> Two versions are offered:
>
> *Metric-English Measurement Ruler*: Metric edge has raised lines every
> half-centimeter and braille numbers every two centimeters. Opposite English
> edge has raised lines every 1/4 inch and braille numbers at each inch.
>
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> *English Measurement Ruler*: Has raised lines. Braille numbers at each
> inch. Fourths on one edge, eighths on the other.
>
>
>  Age Range: 5 and Up
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>  *Ruler: 1-Foot Braille English Measurement**Catalog Number:* 1-03070-00
> *Format:* Product
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> Carlton Anne Cook Walker
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