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Construction Master IV

Construction Master IV 4045

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Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
Shipping weight: 0.6 pounds.
ASIN: B00002245Q




Introduction
Solve common building problems with the touch of a few buttons:

Dimensional math & conversions Handles all fractions-1/2's, 1/4's, 1/8's, 1/16's, 1/32's, 1/64's Right-angle solutions, including rafters, rake walls, slopes & square-ups Stair layout calculations Circle solutions Areas & volumes Board feet, material cost / estimation problems, and more!

Work Smarter, Build Better, and Improve Your Bottom Line!
Carry the #1 Builder's Calculator in your briefcase or tool belt, in the office or out in the field, and get the job done right the first time! Cut costs, time and errors. Build more professionally. And let the Construction Master IV be one of the most valuable "tools" you own!

Features:
- Accurate feet-inch-fraction calculator
- Do complete right-angle math
- Instantly solve rafters, stairs, circular problems, and more
- Paperless tape to review entries


What It Does
Unlike a regular calculator, the Construction Master IV has intuitively labeled "construction keys" and a format that is so simple, even the novice user will find it easy to solve hundreds of problems directly in feet, inches and fractions:

Dimensional Math & Conversions
Works in all dimensional formats: quickly add, subtract, multiply, divide and convert in feet-inches-fractions, decimal feet, decimal inches, inches and fractions, yards, meters, centimeters, millimeters, board feet, as well as square and cubic formats.

Handles all fractions-1/2's, 1/4's, 1/8's, 1/16's, 1/32's, 1/64's
Work in fractions for all sorts of dimension problems. You can even set fraction denominators to display your desired accuracy (in above fraction formats).

Right-Angle Solutions
Instant square-ups, slopes, rafter length and rake wall solutions. No more formulas or memorization of Pythagorean theorem! Pitch, Rise, Run, Diagonal / Common, Hip / Valley and Jack keys find rafter lengths instantly. Also solves for lengths of irregular Hip / Valley and Jack rafters.

Automatic Stair Calculations
Finds number of risers, treads, riser height, tread width, and any underage or overage for stairway layouts. Also calculates stringer length and angle of incline.

Circle Solutions
Solves circumference, circle area, arc lengths for columns, post holes, pillars and more.

Instant Area & Volume Calculations
For fast & accurate material estimates, such as volume of concrete.

Weight per Volume Key
Lets you convert between weights (lbs, tons, kg) and find weights of any material (e.g., tons per cubic yard).

Board Feet Key
Helps estimate material amounts and costs of lumber.

"Smart" Fraction Setting
Saves keystrokes by entering preset fraction denominators for you, from 1/2 to 1/64.

Paperless Tape
Lets you review the last 20 entries, for double-checking answers.

Standard Calculator
Works as a regular math calculator, for your everyday math needs.

The Construction Master IV calculator helps you work smarter, not harder!
- Cut Costs & Errors Produce Job-Winning Bids
- Boost Estimate Accuracy
- Produce Job-Winning Bids
- Improve Crew Productivity
- Maximize Profitability


Product Specifications
Product #: 4045

Size: 5.5 x 3.0 x 0.5" (140 x 76 x 13 mm)

Product Weight (product only with battery): 3.2 oz. (91 g)

Power: 3-volt lithium (CR-2032) battery (included)

Bat. Life: Approx. 800 hours usage

Auto Shut-off: 8-12 min.

Keypad: 42 keys; soft-touch silicone rubber

User's Guide: 64 pp.; 5.0 x 2.5" (127 x 64 mm).

Case: Vinyl with magnetic attachment and pocket for User's Guide; black. (Leather case also available.)

Operating Temperature: 32-130 deg. F (0-55 deg. C)

Display Type: LCD segment; 11 digits (7 normal, 4 fractions), with annunciator-legends

Display Dimensions: 0.86 x 2.5" (22 x 64 mm)

Accuracy: 10 digit internal accuracy

Warranty: 1-Year Limited Warranty


Testimonials
One word: ACCURACY, in conversion to ft/in, cubic yards and calculating material costs. Don't know how I did without it for over 30 years.
John M. Scala
Scala Construction, Inc.
Hopatcong, NJ


Takes all the guesswork out of building layout. No more stair layout mistakes. The only regret is that I didn't have it years ago.
Bryan Patton
Bryan Patton Contracting
Mt. Auburn, IL


This calculator has saved me countless hours and money...I just wish I could find more ways to save as much...One of the most valuable tools I own.
Douglas M. Buesking
Booker Associates
Belleville, IL


Was doing a house and the roof span was more than what the blue book had available. Went out and bought "The Ultimate Calculator" and have not used the blue book since. The instruction book is very user friendly. I use the calculator every chance I get which sometimes is not enough. I am even thinking about getting a second one for my lead carpenter. In my opinion, even at twice the price, it is still very much worth the money.
Michael C. Kroesche from New Braunfels, TX

(The Construction Master IV helps me save time by) quickly doing right angle calcs. Decreases costly errors. It is an absolute must have!
Gary Shufelt
Harvest Homes, Inc.
Delanson, NY


I have caught errors that others have missed, thus saving time, money and headaches.
F. Jones
Res. Design Specialists
Milwaukee, WI




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