The NEDO 347885 25-foot fiberglass measuring rod is built for contractors, surveyors, and site engineers who demand reliable, fast elevation readings in the field. Graduated in feet and tenths, this professional-grade rod eliminates the conversion errors that slow down fractional-reading instruments, keeping your crew on schedule from grade checks to final layout.
Overview: Built for Demanding Jobsite Conditions
Constructed from reinforced fiberglass, the NEDO 347885 delivers a lightweight yet rugged solution for day-long use on active construction sites, road grading projects, and utility installations. The 25-foot reading range covers the vast majority of elevation differentials encountered in site work, drainage layout, and foundation surveys. Fiberglass construction resists warping, corrosion, and the dimensional changes caused by temperature swings — common failure points with wooden rods — ensuring your readings stay accurate across seasons and environments.
Key Specifications
- Model: NEDO 347885
- Length: 25 feet
- Graduation: Feet and tenths (0.1 ft increments)
- Material: Reinforced fiberglass
- Graduation Style: High-contrast direct-read markings
- Application: Optical level, laser level, and transit rod work
- Compatibility: Standard auto levels, builder's levels, and laser receivers
Key Features
- Tenths Graduation: Feet and tenths format matches engineer's scales and eliminates field conversion errors
- High-Contrast Markings: Bold, clearly printed graduations for reliable long-range readability
- Fiberglass Construction: Resists warping, moisture absorption, and temperature-related dimensional changes
- Lightweight Design: Easy one-person handling during all-day elevation and grade checks
- 25-Foot Range: Handles deep cuts, tall fills, and multi-story elevation differentials
- Durable Finish: Markings resist fading under UV exposure and repeated field handling
Job Applications
Site Grading and Earthwork: Use the NEDO 347885 with an automatic level or builder's level to verify cut and fill elevations against your grade plan. Tenths graduation reads directly into engineer's notes without conversion.
Foundation and Footing Layout: Confirm footing depths and slab elevations quickly during concrete pours. The 25-foot capacity handles tall foundation walls and deep footings in a single setup.
Utility and Pipeline Installation: Check invert elevations and pipe grades on storm, sanitary, and water main installations. Tenths-graduated rods are standard for utility slope verification.
Road and Pavement Grading: Verify subbase, base, and finished surface elevations during road construction and asphalt paving operations where engineer's tenth-foot tolerances apply.
Compatible Accessories
- Automatic Builder's Levels — Pair with optical levels for precise elevation reading
- Laser Receivers and Detectors — Use with rotating laser levels for single-person grade work
- Rod Levels and Bubbles — Keep your rod plumb for accurate vertical readings
- Rod Clamps and Bipod Stands — Stabilize the rod during hands-free setups
- Surveying Accessories — Tripods, plumb bobs, and layout tools
Related Guides
- How to Read a Surveying Rod in Tenths
- Optical Level vs. Laser Level: Which Do You Need?
- Fiberglass vs. Wood Grade Rods: Contractor's Comparison
- Site Layout Basics for General Contractors
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does "graduated in tenths" mean on a measuring rod?
- Tenths graduation means the rod is marked in increments of one-tenth of a foot (0.1 ft) rather than inches or fractions. This format aligns directly with engineer's drawings and eliminates the need to convert feet and inches to decimal feet in the field.
- Is the NEDO 347885 compatible with laser levels?
- Yes. This rod can be used with rotating laser levels when paired with a compatible laser receiver or detector. The high-contrast markings also make it ideal for optical auto levels and builder's transits.
- Why choose fiberglass over a wood measuring rod?
- Fiberglass rods resist moisture absorption, warping, and swelling that affect wood rods over time. They maintain dimensional stability across temperature changes, which is critical for accurate elevation readings on long projects or in variable weather conditions.
- What is the maximum reading range of the NEDO 347885?
- The rod measures 25 feet in length, providing sufficient range for most site grading, foundation, utility, and road construction elevation checks. For deeper cuts or taller structures, multiple instrument setups or rod extensions may be required.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "graduated in tenths" mean on a measuring rod?
Tenths graduation means the rod is marked in increments of one-tenth of a foot (0.1 ft) rather than inches or fractions. This format aligns directly with engineer's drawings and eliminates the need to convert feet and inches to decimal feet in the field.
Is the NEDO 347885 compatible with laser levels?
Yes. This rod can be used with rotating laser levels when paired with a compatible laser receiver or detector. The high-contrast markings also make it ideal for optical auto levels and builder's transits.
Why choose fiberglass over a wood measuring rod?
Fiberglass rods resist moisture absorption, warping, and swelling that affect wood rods over time. They maintain dimensional stability across temperature changes, which is critical for accurate elevation readings on long projects or in variable weather conditions.
What is the maximum reading range of the NEDO 347885?
The rod measures 25 feet in length, providing sufficient range for most site grading, foundation, utility, and road construction elevation checks. For deeper cuts or taller structures, multiple instrument setups or rod extensions may be required.
