Klein Slim Chalk Reel, 30-ft. (CHLK30S)
Klein Slim Chalk Reel, 30-ft. (CHLK30S)
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Product Details
Product Details
Key Features
Overview
The Klein Tools Slim Chalk Reel, 30-Foot (CHLK30S) is a manually retracting chalk reel for snapping straight layout lines. This is a chalk line reel designed for creating chalk lines on jobsites: framing layout, conduit and strut runs, drywall, tile and flooring. Klein model CHLK30S carries 30 ft (9.1 m) of nylon line with a 3:1 gear ratio in a slim body that is easy to pocket.
The 3:1 gear ratio is the headline. Each crank turn retracts 3 times as much line as a standard 1:1 reel, which adds up fast when you are snapping dozens of lines across a slab or a wall. A quick-release spool clutch button disengages the handle while you pull line out, so the crank is not spinning against your hand and payout is faster and more comfortable.
Chalk management is thought through. A chalk level window shows how much chalk is left without opening the reel, and the secure twist-lock top keeps chalk from spilling in your tool bag or pocket. The bottle-nesting design lets a chalk bottle seat into the fill opening for clean refills. The reel holds 2 oz (57 g) of chalk; chalk is not included.
The line ring nests flush against the reel body to eliminate tangling during transport while still anchoring securely on a variety of surfaces. A precisely engineered spool distributes chalk consistently along the full 30 ft line, so the end of the line snaps as crisp as the beginning.
The case is high-impact ABS with rubber grips, and a removable belt clip lets you carry it on a belt or pocket, or take the clip off entirely. It measures about 4-3/8" x 2" x 3-5/8" (11.0 x 5.0 x 9.1 cm) and weighs 3.0 oz (85 g). Who should buy it: carpenters, electricians, drywall, tile and flooring installers, and anyone who snaps lines and wants a compact reel that rides in a pocket.
Wind It Back Fast
A 3:1 gear ratio means fewer cranks and less downtime between lines.
- 3:1 gear ratio
- 3x faster than a 1:1 reel
- 30 ft (9.1 m) nylon line
Know When to Refill
The chalk level window shows how much chalk remains, so you refill before the line goes faint.
- Chalk level window
- Holds 2 oz (57 g) of chalk
No Chalk in Your Bag
The twist-lock top seals the reel, and the bottle-nesting design keeps refills clean.
- Twist-lock top
- Bottle-nesting refill design
- Chalk not included
Pull Line Without the Crank Spinning
The clutch disengages the handle so line pays out freely.
- Quick-release spool clutch
- Nested ring prevents tangles
- Removable belt clip
Key Specifications
| Line Length | 30 ft (9.1 m) |
|---|---|
| Line Material | Nylon |
| Gear Ratio | 3:1 |
| Chalk Capacity | 2 oz (57 g) |
| Fill Door | Twist-lock top |
| Line End | Nested ring |
| Case | High-impact ABS with rubber grips |
| Belt Clip | Removable |
| Dimensions | 4-3/8" x 2" x 3-5/8" (11.0 x 5.0 x 9.1 cm) |
| Weight | 3.0 oz (85 g) |
What's in the Box
- (1) Chalk reel
- (1) Removable belt clip
Chalk not included.
Built For
Pro Tip
Working alone, drop the nested ring over a nail or screw at your mark, hit the clutch and walk the line out to the other end. The free-spinning payout means the ring stays put instead of getting yanked off the mark.
Tool Nut's Take
Slim Reel, Fast Rewind
The Klein Tools Slim Chalk Reel, 30-Foot (CHLK30S) winds back 3 times faster than a basic reel and keeps chalk where it belongs.
- Who it's for: Trades who want a pocket-friendly reel for shorter layout lines.
- Why it stands out: 3:1 gearing, a chalk level window, twist-lock top and quick-release clutch.
- Worth knowing: Chalk is not included. Grab a bottle when you order.
Common Questions
- What gear ratio does the Klein CHLK30S have? 3:1, so it retracts line 3 times faster than a standard 1:1 reel.
- Is chalk included? No. The reel holds 2 oz of chalk, sold separately.
- How long is the line? 30 ft (9.1 m) of nylon line.
- Can I remove the belt clip? Yes. The belt clip is removable.
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