Stanley STA538215 FATMAX Xtreme Tape Measure 5m 32mm Blade

When accuracy, reach, and durability matter on site, a standard tape simply won’t do. The Stanley STA538215 FATMAX Xtreme Tape Measure 5m is engineered for professional tradespeople who require maximum blade standout, superior hook strength, and enhanced control during heavy daily use.

The standout feature of this tape is its extra-wide 32mm blade, offering exceptional rigidity and long, straight reach — up to 5 metres — ideal for one-person measuring tasks. Whether you're marking out timber framing, measuring sheet materials, or checking ceiling heights, the added blade width improves stability and reduces blade collapse during extension.

The blade features clearly defined, double-sided black print on a yellow background, improving visibility for vertical, horizontal, and overhead measurements. This makes it particularly useful for solo work where clarity and speed are critical.

At the end of the blade sits the oversized Beast Hook, engineered for stronger grip on a wide range of materials including timber, metal framing, and sheet goods. Reinforced with 16cm of BladeArmor® coating, the high-wear hook connection area gains additional abrasion resistance and durability — a key advantage in demanding construction environments.

An integrated finger brake allows improved blade control during extension and retraction, enhancing safety and precision. The ergonomic casing is designed for comfort during prolonged use, helping reduce fatigue across long measuring sessions.

Rated to EC Class II accuracy standards, this tape measure delivers dependable precision for professional construction, carpentry, kitchen fitting, roofing, and structural layout work.

If you’re looking for a high-performance tape that outperforms standard pocket tapes in strength, reach, and durability, the FATMAX Xtreme 5m is built for serious site conditions.

Key Features

• 5m (16ft) blade length

• Extra-wide 32mm blade for superior standout

• Double-sided black print on yellow blade

• Oversized Beast Hook for stronger material grip

• 16cm BladeArmor® coating for reinforced durability

• Integrated finger brake for improved blade control

• Designed for professional applications

• Ergonomic housing for comfort during extended use

• EC Class II accuracy

Technical Specifications

• Model: FATMAX Xtreme Tape Measure

• SKU: STA538215

• MPN: 5-38-215

• Blade Length: 5m / 16ft

• Blade Width: 32mm

• Blade Coating: BladeArmor® (first 16cm)

• Print: Double-sided

• Hook: Oversized Beast Hook

• Accuracy Class: EC Class II

• Weight: Approx. 0.48kg

• Colour: Yellow / Black

What’s Included

• 1 × Stanley STA538215 FATMAX Xtreme Tape Measure 5m 32mm