Drawing Tools - What are the drawing pencils and other tools of drafting?
Many drawing tools are used for drawing, draughting, and design. Drawing tools may be used for the measurement and layout of the drawing. They include pens, pencils, rulers, compasses, protractors, and other drawing utilities.
Stencil
The stencil is a template for making pictures or texts by applying it to the printing surface and coloring it. This form of printing and coloring has been used since the Stone Age and is still used today by artists, the military, the government, and many others.
Ruler
A ruler is a tool that helps people measure, draw straight lines, and do other things. It is used by carpenters, masons, drawers, and many others. The first rulers were made more than four thousand years ago. Here you can read more about the history and different types of rulers.
Protractor
Protractors are the tools that help humans to measure angles. Throughout history, protractors were also used to help sailors to navigate at sea. The first protractor was invented in the sixteen century and is still used today.
Caliper and Vernier Scale
A caliper is a tool that is used for the measurement of some objects. Throughout history, calipers have had many forms, still in use today. One type of caliper is a vernier scale used for precise measurement.
Drawing Compass
A drawing compass is a tool for drawing circles on a specific material but also for navigational help and measuring distances. Humans have used it ever since ancient times. There are many types of drawing compass for different purposes.
