Features: Sections are silk-screened with moisture-resistant ink Each section locks with sturdy polycarbonate buttons when extended Scales are highlighted in red to mark each foot Specifications: Grade rod material — Aluminum Number of sections — 3 Height — Collapses to 45.5" and extends to 9.8' Graduations on the front — Engineer's: Feet, 10ths, 100ths Graduations on the back — Height gauge Weight — 2.4 lb