DeWalt DHT038128 Compact Series Tape Measure 8m (Width 28mm) (Metric Only)

Description

The DeWalt DHT038128 Compact Series Tape Measure 8m is a metric-only, heavy-duty tape designed for everyday use on site, in the workshop or around the home. With an 8m length and a 28mm wide coated steel blade, it combines clear readability with a compact, easy-to-carry form factor. A built-in finger brake gives you precise blade control, while a 3m standout allows for reliable one-person measuring without the blade kinking or collapsing.

Control and one-person measuring

The integrated finger brake is a key feature of the DeWalt DHT038128, giving you direct control over blade extension and retraction. By lightly pressing the brake, you can slow or stop the blade exactly where you need it, improving accuracy and reducing the chance of overshooting your measurement. With a 3m standout, the tape can be extended and held steady single-handed over shorter spans, making it ideal for measuring studs, ceiling drops, fixings and furniture layouts when working alone.

Durable coated steel blade

The tape uses a durable coated steel blade engineered for tough site conditions. The protective coating helps resist wear, abrasion and corrosion, maintaining clear markings and extending blade life even in dusty or damp environments. At 28mm wide, the blade offers a good balance between compactness and stability, staying rigid enough for comfortable measuring while remaining easy to handle and rewind.

Compact, ergonomic housing

Part of the Compact Series, this tape measure is designed to fit easily into your hand, tool pouch, toolbox or pocket. The compact body is comfortable to hold and simple to manoeuvre in confined spaces such as inside cabinets, between studs or around pipework. Its reduced bulk makes it a practical everyday carry tape for tradespeople who want a robust tool that does not feel cumbersome during a full working day.

Accuracy and reliability

The DeWalt DHT038128 Compact Series Tape Measure 8m is rated to EC Class II accuracy, providing dependable precision for most professional and DIY measuring tasks. This accuracy level supports consistent, repeatable results across general construction, installation, joinery, fit-out and maintenance applications, helping you work to specification with confidence.

Applications and use cases

This compact 8m tape measure is ideal for room set-out, checking runs for services, marking fixings, measuring boards and timbers, fitting kitchens and bathrooms, and general interior and exterior work. Its metric-only format suits sites and projects that work exclusively in metric units, and the combination of compact housing, finger brake and 3m standout makes it particularly well suited to one-person measuring in busy, real-world environments.

Product specifications

• Product name: DeWalt DHT038128 Compact Series Tape Measure 8m
• Range: Compact Series
• Type: Metric-only compact tape measure
• Blade length: 8m
• Blade width: 28mm
• Measurement system: Metric only
• Standout: 3m standout for easy one-person measuring
• Blade material: Durable coated steel blade for tough conditions
• Key features:
– Finger brake for ultimate blade control
– Compact design for comfortable handhold and easy storage in pocket, pouch or toolbox
• Accuracy: EC Class II
• Typical applications: General construction, fit-out, joinery, decorating, maintenance, DIY and workshop measuring tasks
• Quantity: 1 x DeWalt Compact Series Tape Measure 8m (DHT038128)
• Brand: DeWalt