{"product_id":"ideal-id-65x-combination-square-26755","title":"IDEAL [ID 65X] COMBINATION SQUARE - 26755","description":"\u003c!-- Short Description --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOne Tool. Four Functions. Zero Compromise on Precision.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e300mm Combination Square\u003c\/strong\u003e is a precision-engineered, multi-function measuring tool built for professionals and serious craftsmen. Combining a \u003cstrong\u003estainless steel rule\u003c\/strong\u003e, an \u003cstrong\u003eadjustable cast metal head\u003c\/strong\u003e, an \u003cstrong\u003eintegrated spirit level\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a \u003cstrong\u003ehardened steel scribing pin\u003c\/strong\u003e, this compact 200g instrument replaces four separate tools in one. Whether you're squaring timber joints, setting miter angles, gauging depths, or scribing cut lines on metal, this combination square delivers \u003cstrong\u003eaccurate, repeatable results\u003c\/strong\u003e every time, certified to \u003cstrong\u003eISO 9001:2015\u003c\/strong\u003e quality standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- Key Features \u0026 Perfect For Table --\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 30px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 40%; text-align: left; padding: 12px 15px; background-color: #1c2228; color: #ffffff; font-size: 1.05em; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 40%; text-align: left; padding: 12px 15px; background-color: #1c2228; color: #ffffff; font-size: 1.05em; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 40%; vertical-align: top; text-align: left; padding: 15px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 18px; line-height: 1.9;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable sliding head locks at any position along the blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in bubble vial for checking level and plumb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardened steel scribing pin for precise marking on metal and timber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePermanently etched dual metric \u0026amp; imperial graduations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight at just 200g — easy to carry on-site\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 40%; vertical-align: top; text-align: left; padding: 15px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 18px; line-height: 1.9;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWoodworking, joinery, and cabinet making\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetalworking and fabrication layout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional construction and site work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChecking and marking 90° and 45° angles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- Tagline \u0026 Detailed Specifications --\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"line-height: 2; padding-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e300mm Stainless Steel Blade with Dual-Scale Graduations:\u003c\/strong\u003e The hardened stainless steel rule measures 300mm in length and features permanently \u003cstrong\u003eetched metric and imperial markings\u003c\/strong\u003e that resist wear, fading, and corrosion. The fine graduation lines ensure accurate readings whether you're working in millimetres or inches, making this tool equally suited for international job sites and workshops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable Cast Metal Head with Knurled Locking Nut:\u003c\/strong\u003e The precision-machined \u003cstrong\u003ecast metal square head\u003c\/strong\u003e slides freely along the full length of the blade and can be locked firmly at any position using the \u003cstrong\u003eknurled thumb nut\u003c\/strong\u003e. This allows the tool to function as a standard try square at the end of the rule, or as a \u003cstrong\u003edepth gauge or height gauge\u003c\/strong\u003e when the head is positioned mid-blade, eliminating the need for separate gauging tools.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Spirit Level Bubble Vial:\u003c\/strong\u003e A \u003cstrong\u003ebuilt-in bubble level vial\u003c\/strong\u003e is housed directly within the square head, enabling the user to simultaneously check that a surface is \u003cstrong\u003eperfectly horizontal (level) or vertical (plumb)\u003c\/strong\u003e while squaring or marking. This dual-purpose functionality is especially valuable during installation work, shelf fitting, and structural framing where both squareness and levelness must be verified together.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardened Steel Scribing Pin for Accurate Layout Lines:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stored neatly inside the handle when not in use, the included \u003cstrong\u003ehardened steel scribe pin\u003c\/strong\u003e can be deployed to scratch precise, fine layout lines directly onto metal, timber, or composite surfaces. Unlike pencil marks that smudge or disappear, scribed lines remain visible throughout the cutting and machining process, ensuring your \u003cstrong\u003ecut lines stay accurate from marking to completion\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact, Lightweight Design at Just 200g:\u003c\/strong\u003e Weighing only \u003cstrong\u003e200 grams\u003c\/strong\u003e with a 300mm blade length, this combination square is engineered for portability without sacrificing rigidity or durability. The compact form factor fits easily into a tool belt or apron pocket, making it the ideal \u003cstrong\u003eon-site measuring companion\u003c\/strong\u003e for carpenters, plumbers, electricians, and general contractors who need reliable precision throughout the working day. Manufactured under an \u003cstrong\u003eISO 9001:2015 certified quality management system\u003c\/strong\u003e, every unit is built to consistent, verified standards, and the complete kit includes the stainless steel ruler, the adjustable square head with integrated level, and the scribing pin, giving you everything needed straight out of the box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- FAQ Section --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-section-styled\"\u003e\u003c!-- CSS Styles for the FAQ Section --\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n.faq-section-styled {\nfont-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, \"Segoe UI\", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;\nmargin-top: 40px;\n}\n.faq-section-styled h2 {\nfont-size: 2em;\nfont-weight: 700;\ncolor: #1C2228;\nborder-bottom: 2px solid #F4F4F4;\npadding-bottom: 15px;\nmargin-bottom: 30px;\n}\n.faq-section-styled details {\nbackground-color: #f9f9f9;\nborder: 1px solid #e9e9e9;\nborder-radius: 8px;\nmargin-bottom: 15px;\noverflow: hidden;\n}\n.faq-section-styled summary {\ndisplay: flex;\njustify-content: space-between;\nalign-items: center;\npadding: 20px;\nfont-weight: 600;\nfont-size: 1.1em;\ncolor: #1C2228;\ncursor: pointer;\nlist-style: none;\n}\n.faq-section-styled summary::-webkit-details-marker {\ndisplay: none;\n}\n.faq-section-styled .question-title {\ndisplay: flex;\nalign-items: center;\n}\n.faq-section-styled .question-title::before {\ncontent: '\\25B6';\nmargin-right: 15px;\nfont-size: 0.8em;\ncolor: #1C2228;\n}\n.faq-section-styled summary::after {\ncontent: '+';\nfont-size: 1.8em;\nfont-weight: 300;\ncolor: #1C2228;\ntransition: transform 0.2s ease-in-out;\n}\n.faq-section-styled details[open] summary::after {\ntransform: rotate(45deg);\n}\n.faq-section-styled .faq-answer-content {\nbackground-color: #FFFFFF;\npadding: 20px 20px 20px 55px;\nborder-top: 1px solid #e9e9e9;\n}\n.faq-section-styled .faq-answer-content p {\nmargin: 0;\nfont-size: 1em;\nline-height: 1.7;\ncolor: #2E2E2E;\ntext-align: left;\n}\n.faq-section-styled .faq-answer-content p strong {\ncolor: #1C2228;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-section-styled\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- Section 1: General Purchase \u0026 Comparison Queries --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGeneral Purchase \u0026amp; Comparison Queries\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"question-title\"\u003eWhat makes a combination square better than a standard try square?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003estandard try square\u003c\/strong\u003e is fixed and can only check 90° angles. A \u003cstrong\u003ecombination square\u003c\/strong\u003e does significantly more: the sliding, lockable head lets it function as a \u003cstrong\u003etry square, miter square (45°), depth gauge, and height gauge\u003c\/strong\u003e all in one tool. This one also adds a \u003cstrong\u003ebuilt-in spirit level\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong\u003escribing pin\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning you can mark, measure, and level simultaneously — something a basic try square simply cannot do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"question-title\"\u003eIs this combination square suitable for both woodworking and metalworking?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The \u003cstrong\u003estainless steel blade\u003c\/strong\u003e resists corrosion from cutting fluids and workshop moisture, making it durable in metalworking environments. The \u003cstrong\u003ehardened steel scribing pin\u003c\/strong\u003e is specifically designed to mark layout lines on metal surfaces where a pencil would not leave a visible or lasting mark. For woodworking, the \u003cstrong\u003eetched graduations\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eadjustable head\u003c\/strong\u003e make it ideal for joinery, cabinet making, and furniture construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"question-title\"\u003eWhat quality standard is this combination square manufactured to?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis combination square is manufactured under an \u003cstrong\u003eISO 9001:2015 certified Quality Management System\u003c\/strong\u003e. ISO 9001:2015 is the internationally recognised benchmark for consistent product quality and manufacturing process control. This means every unit is produced to verified, repeatable standards — giving you confidence that the squareness, graduation accuracy, and build quality meet professional-grade expectations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- Section 2: Product-Specific and Usage Queries --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct-Specific and Usage Queries\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"question-title\"\u003eHow do I use the combination square as a depth gauge?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo use it as a \u003cstrong\u003edepth gauge\u003c\/strong\u003e, loosen the \u003cstrong\u003eknurled locking nut\u003c\/strong\u003e on the cast metal head and slide the head along the blade until the end of the blade protrudes by the depth you wish to measure or replicate. Tighten the nut to lock the blade in position. Place the flat face of the head against the reference surface and the blade tip will indicate or transfer the exact depth — useful for setting router bit depths, checking mortise depths, or marking consistent rebate depths across multiple pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"question-title\"\u003eDoes the spirit level work in both horizontal and vertical orientations?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The \u003cstrong\u003eintegrated bubble vial\u003c\/strong\u003e in the square head is designed to check both \u003cstrong\u003ehorizontal (level)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003evertical (plumb)\u003c\/strong\u003e surfaces. Simply orient the tool accordingly — lay it flat to check a horizontal surface, or hold it upright against a vertical surface. When the bubble sits centred between the two reference lines, the surface is true. This is particularly useful when installing shelving, setting posts, or aligning structural elements during construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"question-title\"\u003eHow do I use the scribing pin, and where is it stored?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ehardened steel scribing pin\u003c\/strong\u003e is stored inside the handle of the square head when not in use, keeping it protected and always at hand. To use it, pull the pin out and drag its hardened tip along the edge of the blade or a straight edge to scratch a \u003cstrong\u003efine, precise layout line\u003c\/strong\u003e onto your workpiece. Scribed lines are far more accurate and durable than pencil marks, especially on \u003cstrong\u003emetal, hardwood, or composite materials\u003c\/strong\u003e where pencil lines can smudge or disappear during machining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- Section 3: Problem\/Solution-Oriented Queries --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProblem\/Solution-Oriented Queries\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"question-title\"\u003eThe blade keeps slipping — how do I lock it securely?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is secured using the \u003cstrong\u003eknurled locking nut\u003c\/strong\u003e on the cast metal head. Ensure you are tightening it firmly by hand — the knurled texture is designed to give you sufficient grip without needing tools. If the blade still slips under pressure, check that the nut thread is clean and free of debris or metal filings, which can prevent it from seating fully. A light clean with a dry cloth usually resolves this. Never use excessive force or tools to overtighten, as this can damage the locking mechanism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"question-title\"\u003eThe graduation markings are hard to read — what can I do?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe graduations on this blade are \u003cstrong\u003epermanently etched\u003c\/strong\u003e into the stainless steel rather than printed or painted, so they will not wear off with use. If they appear difficult to read, the most common cause is a build-up of oil, dust, or metal filings in the etched grooves. Wipe the blade clean with a dry or lightly dampened cloth. In workshop environments with low lighting, positioning a work light to cast a slight angle across the blade surface will make the \u003cstrong\u003eetched lines stand out more clearly\u003c\/strong\u003e due to shadow contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"question-title\"\u003eHow do I check if my combination square is still accurate?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo verify the \u003cstrong\u003e90° accuracy\u003c\/strong\u003e of your combination square, place the head flat against a known straight edge and draw a line along the blade. Flip the square over so the head is on the opposite side of the same straight edge and draw a second line from the same starting point. If the two lines are perfectly coincident (on top of each other), the square is accurate. Any gap between the lines indicates the head is out of square by half the measured gap. This simple \u003cstrong\u003etwo-line test\u003c\/strong\u003e is the standard method used by professionals to verify square accuracy without specialist equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ideal Power Tools","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46366785437911,"sku":"26755","price":11.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0714\/1962\/5687\/files\/ID_65X_-_Combination_Square_26755.jpg?v=1764836502","url":"https:\/\/www.idealpowertools.com\/products\/ideal-id-65x-combination-square-26755","provider":"Ideal Power Tools","version":"1.0","type":"link"}