Review of Drafting Tools

A multipurpose desk used by architects, engineers and artists

• Drafting table
• Desktop Computer
• CAD
• Notepad

This tool is used as guide in drawing horizontal lines and in measuring up to 48” straight

• Triangle
• T-Square
• Ruler
• French curve

Tools used for drawing vertical and oblique lines. The most commonly used are the 45˚ and the 30˚x 60˚.

• T-Square
• Triangular scale
• Protractor
• Triangles

Its main purpose is to reproduce the dimension in full size or to reduce or enlarge them on a drawing. It helps a drafter keep the proportions accurate.

• T-Square
• Triangular scale
• Protractor
• Triangles

It is a flat piece of plastic with standard symbols cut in it.

• Erasing shield
• Protractor
• Drawing Templates
• Ruler

This tool is used for measuring and setting of angles other than those obtainable with the triangles.

• Triangles
• Protractor
• Drawing Templates
• Ruler

This tool is made up of a thin metal with irregular holes. It is a useful tool to protect the rest of the drawing when clearing up smudges.

• T-square
• Protractor
• Drawing Templates
• Erasing shield

It is the use of computer technology for design and design documentation.

• Drafting table
• Desktop Computer
• CAD
• Notepad

This is one of the most important tools in drawing. It comes in various grades.

• Drawing pencil
• Technical Pen
• Markers
• Eraser