Helix 30cm Architects Scale Ruler

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Since laser-etched markings are quite costly, if you are constrained financially, you can go for the embossed ones. They'll also serve you for a while. This adjustable 8-inch arc triangle is used frequently by architects, engineers and designers for rendering drawings and the interior layouts of buildings. Its aluminum hinge and adjustable point screw let you adjust the triangle to the ideal angle needed. Because it is clear plastic, it never obstructs important parts of the drawing beneath it. A shrink rule is a ruler with a graduated scale used by pattern makers, pottery experts and other artisans and designers. It measures a fraction of an inch longer than a standard ruler. When used in producing cast iron items, one-eighth of an inch is allowed for the percentage of the cooling iron’s shrinkage. As you consider the duration of use, don't forget to think about the users - are they professionals or not? For instance, if kids will also be using the ruler to measure or draw, get plastic ones or metallic rulers with a plastic coating on the edges to prevent accidents. 3. The Desired Number of Scales

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This point is slightly more technical. This point squarely depends on how many scales offered are of any realistic use to you – most scales go for the full fledged 11 scale treatment which is neither feasible nor usable for many architectural users. Hence, you should make sure you only go for the scales you actually need, rather than going in for the novelty of all 11 scales. Final words

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The reason why these are at the scales they are, is because they are easily divisible. They are easy and fun to work with. The best way to learn how to use a scale ruler is by using one. So, let’s have a look at how we do that.

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Thin rulers of this style are helpful since they lie flat and close to surfaces that you need to measure. You can make accurate measurement marks on surfaces to be cut easily since these flat, thin rules and measuring scales are close to the surface you are marking. They are less likely to slip out of place as you measure and mark surfaces. Machinist RulerThe anodized turquoise finish adds style and color, increasing readability and appeals to most users Architectural plans are drawn to all different scales, ranging from the simple (1 inch = 1 foot) to the complex (3/16 inch = 1 foot). Plans are often drawn at 3/4, 3/16, 1/8, and other scales (in each case the dimension in inches here corresponds to one foot). Find the corresponding scale on your ruler. On a triangular scale, you’ll most likely find two rows of numbers on each edge, one above the other. If your scale has 1/4 at one end of an edge and 1/8 at the other end, the row of numbers that starts with zero closer to the 1/4 are the numbers that correspond to that scale, with a 1/4 inch corresponding to one foot.