RT4-5615 tape measure retractor

You use a tape measure all day long. Quickly check a measurement, mark it, and move on. But where do you leave your tape measure in between measurements? Loose in your pocket is inconvenient, on your belt it might fall off, and at height, a falling tape measure can even pose a serious safety risk. The Gear Keeper RT4-5615 tape measure retractor offers a practical and professional solution for this.

This retractable tool holder keeps your tape measure safely attached to your belt and within reach. Pull the measuring tool towards you, measure as you normally would, and then let it go. The line automatically retracts. This way, you don't have to keep looking for your tape measure or folding rule, and you reduce the chance of your tool falling or getting lost.

The RT4-5615 is ANSI/ISEA 121-2018 compliant and is available individually or as a cost-effective 10-pack.

Your tape measure at hand without the hassle

Anyone who works with a tape measure daily knows how often you pick it up and put it away. Especially on scaffolding, a ladder, roof construction, or other work site at height, you want to prevent your tape measure from falling down.

The Gear Keeper RT4-5615 is attached to a belt up to approx. 5 cm wide with a rotating stainless steel belt clip. The retractor can then rotate 360 degrees. This allows the line to better follow the direction in which you are working. This reduces unnecessary wear and ensures the line hinders you as little as possible while measuring.

With a line length of 117 cm, you have enough freedom of movement to work normally. The retraction force is only 170 grams, which means the retractor pulls your tape measure back without you having to constantly work against a heavy pulling force during use.

Who is the Gear Keeper RT4-5615 ideal for?

This tape measure retractor is developed for professionals who use their measuring tools constantly. Think of carpenters, contractors, installers, steel erectors, construction workers, and woodworking professionals. For installation companies, kitchen fitters, bathroom specialists, and other professionals who need to measure daily, the RT4-5615 is a practical addition to their equipment.

The security is particularly useful when working at height. Your measuring tool remains connected to you while you can free up both hands for the next task.

Key features

• Suitable for a tape measure or other tools weighing up to 560 grams
  
• 117 cm retractable Kevlar line with nylon coating
• Retraction force of 170 grams
  
• 360° rotating stainless steel belt clip for belts up to approx. 5 cm wide
  
• Q/C-2 Quick Connect for quickly disconnecting and switching the attached tool
  
• Stainless steel hardware and spring, high breaking strength, and a construction resistant to salt water that helps flush itself clean

Q/C-2: quickly disconnect your tape measure

At the end, the RT4-5615 uses the Gear Keeper Q/C-2 Quick Connect system. This allows you to easily disconnect the tape measure or another suitable tool from the retractor without having to remove the entire Gear Keeper from your belt.

This is convenient when you use different measuring instruments or want to put your tape measure away after work. With suitable Gear Keeper Q/C-2 accessories, you can also adapt the retractor to different attachment situations. Among others, accessories from the Gear Keeper AC0 series and other suitable Q/C-2 accessories can be used for this.

Which Gear Keeper model suits your work?

The Gear Keeper RT4-5615 is especially interesting when you want to carry a tape measure or other tool weighing up to 560 grams on your belt and want extra freedom of movement. The 360° rotating belt clip moves with you, and the line length of approx. 117 cm gives you plenty of reach during measuring. The Kevlar line with nylon coating and low retraction force of approx. 170 grams make this model suitable for intensive daily use.

Are you looking for a version with a rotating belt clip, but is a shorter line sufficient? Then the Gear Keeper RT4-5604 tape measure retractor is an interesting alternative. This model has a line length of approx. 91 cm, a maximum weight capacity of 566 grams, and a retraction force of 170 grams. The Spectra line with nylon coating, stainless steel housing and spring, and a breaking strength of 27 kg make it suitable for professional use. Thanks to the Quick Connect II connection with shock-absorbing lanyard, you can also easily disconnect the tape measure. A practical choice for, for example, carpenters, installers, and other professionals who want to carry their tape measure safely on their work trousers.

Would you rather attach the Gear Keeper to a D-ring or tool bag? Then take a look at the Gear Keeper RT4-5611. This similar model is also suitable for a tape measure or tools weighing up to 560 grams, has a Q/C-2 connection, a Kevlar line with nylon coating, approx. 170 grams of retraction force, and an extended length of about 122 cm.

Do you work with a safety vest and want to store your tape measure in it? Then the Gear Keeper RT4-5622 Tape Measure Tether is a suitable alternative. This model is mounted to the safety vest via a stainless steel threaded attachment and is designed to store the tape measure in a vest pocket. The RT4-5622 has an extension length of approx. 76 cm and is also suitable for tools weighing up to 560 grams.

The choice therefore mainly depends on where you want to carry your tape measure and how much freedom of movement you need while measuring. Choose the RT4-5615 for attachment to the belt with a longer line, the RT4-5604 for a compact belt solution, the RT4-5611 for attachment to a D-ring or tool bag, and the RT4-5622 when you want to use the tape measure with a safety vest. This way, you choose the Gear Keeper that fits your way of working.

Available individually or as a cost-effective 10-pack

Do you need one Gear Keeper for your own tape measure? Then choose the individual RT4-5615. Do you want to equip multiple employees, mechanics, or professionals? Then the 10-pack is an economical choice. This pack contains 10 retractors and 10 shock-absorbing lanyards with Q/C-2 connection.

Note: use the prescribed shock-absorbing lanyard in combination with the retractor system to ensure the system's maximum tool rating.

Work smarter and keep your tape measure where you need it: securely attached and directly within reach. Order the Gear Keeper RT4-5615 individually or choose the cost-effective 10-pack.

Available accessories

• Gear Keeper AC0-0926: Q/C-II shock-absorbing elastic cord with 20cm stopper. Available individually, per 3 pieces, or in a value pack of 10 pieces.
• Or one of the other Quick Connect-II accessories