Flexible tape measure with piping rail
Patent Information
- Application Number
- DE202025001668
- Authority / Receiving Office
- DE · DE
- Patent Type
- Utility models
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-06-21
- Publication Date
- 2025-10-30
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-06-30
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Abstract
Description
Technical field
[0001] The invention relates to a measuring tape with integrated keder for directly determining the circumference of caravans as well as for other measuring and fastening purposes in the camping sector. State of the art
[0002] Measuring the awning rail length on caravans is usually done with a flexible measuring tape or a string / rope method along the awning rail. These methods are often inaccurate, prone to error, and require manual reading and conversion of the values. Particularly inexperienced users struggle to identify and measure the correct rail length, which regularly leads to incorrectly ordered awnings. Manufacturer specifications for the awning rail length are often inaccurate or refer to standard sizes that can vary in practice. Currently, there is no simple way to determine the actual awning rail length precisely and reproducibly directly via the awning rail. Object of the invention
[0003] The object of the invention is to provide an easy-to-use, precise and multifunctional aid with which the actual circumference of a caravan can be determined simply and reliably. Description of the invention
[0004] The Pro+ awning rail measuring tape is a flexible tape measure with a continuous 7 mm diameter keder (seal) along its top edge. This keder allows for easy insertion of the tape into the awning rail of a caravan. The tape features a continuous scale in centimeters. Additionally, eyelets spaced 10 to 15 cm apart allow for optional attachment or use for accessories such as sunshades, decorations, or coat hooks. The tape can be cut to the required length by the user. The material is weatherproof and UV-resistant. The scale is printed on one side and oriented for easy reading when inserted into the awning rail. Advantages of the invention - Significantly more precise measurement of the circumference - Easy to use without additional tools - Multifunctional use (e.g. for attaching accessories) - Can be shortened and adapted - Time and cost savings for end customers
Claims
[1] Keder measuring tape, characterized by a flexible measuring tape with a continuous keder guide on the top along the entire length. [2] Beading tape according to claim 1, characterized by that eyelets are provided along the lower edge of the strap at regular intervals of approximately 10 cm to 15 cm. [3] Beading tape according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the scale is printed on one side and is given in centimeters. [4] Beading measuring tape according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that it is available in rolls of 10 m or 15 m and can be cut to individual lengths. [5] Beading tape according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the keder guide has a diameter of approximately 7 mm and is suitable for insertion into a standard keder rail. [6] Beading measuring tape according to one of the preceding claims, characterized bythat the keder guide is firmly attached to the tape, for example by welding, sewing or weaving.
Citation Information
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