Shop drafting dividers for transferring measurements, stepping off distances, geometry work, architectural drafting, engineering layouts, construction drawings, and technical drawing applications. Drafting dividers are precision instruments used to measure, compare, transfer, and repeat distances accurately on drawings, plans, layouts, and project surfaces.
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5.5" Scholastic Divider
Alvin Drafting$9.20This divider is exactly what an artists, student, crafter, or hobbyist needs. It can be used as a basic drafting instrument for both projects and artwork.Features: 5.5" friction dividerFixed needle pointsMatte nickel finish resists stains and... -
6" Academic Divider
Alvin Drafting$12.40The Alvin Drafting 6" inch academic friction divider with self centering gearhead design with replaceable needle points is perfectly useful for all levels, whether for geometry class, drafting, architectural design, construction, or engineering... -
6" Friction Divider with Double Break Leg
Pacific Arc$8.00Easily measures, transfer measurements, or mark off specific distances. Accurately transfer measurements on most project surfaces.Features: Telescoping leg extends to max 11.5" radiusJoint leg can attach to universal adaptor (sold separately)Replaceable... -
6" Quick-Action Compass & Divider Set
Pacific Arc$19.20Professional quality Speed Bow Compass adjusts two ways: press the buttons on the legs for extremely fast adjustment or use the center wheel for fine adjustment.QSB-810CEX features our signature 6" QSB-series compass with beam, universal adaptor and... -
6" Traditional Friction Divider
Pacific Arc$6.10Easily measures, transfer measurements, or mark off specific distances. Accurately transfer measurements on most project surfaces.Features: Replaceable and adjustable needle pointsExtends to a maximum 9.25" radius -
Basic-Bow Standard Drawing Set
Alvin Drafting$43.80Set includes 6" and 4½" pencil compass/dividers and 6" friction divider with self centering gear head design and replaceable needle points.Features: 6" compass is designed with fiberglass ringhead and pivot design for smooth, firm adjustment.Accurate... -
Compact Drawing Set
Alvin Drafting$22.50This compass is exactly what an artists, student, crafter, or hobbyist needs. It can be used as a basic drafting or drawing instrument for both projects and artwork. Precisely designed, manufactured with durable materials, and Made in Germany,... -
Compass and Divider Beginner Set
Alvin & Co.$13.90The Alvin Compass and Divider Beginner Set is a perfect package for students, crafters, and hobbyists. It contains basic drawing instruments that are commonly used in most drawing and drafting applications.Features: Includes 5 ¾-inch compass with center... -
Jet-Bow Beam Compass Set
Alvin Drafting$65.70This versatile compass is user-friendly and perfect for artists, students, crafters, and hobbyists as a basic drafting or drawing tool for both projects and artwork. Packaged in a durable, transparent plastic case for easy portability, storage, and... -
Maverick Bow Compass Drawing Set
Alvin & Co.$31.80Drawing set includes 2 compasses, divider, pencil, pointer, and replacement lead.Features: 6" bow compass with center wheel, straight leg design for pencil drafting4" bow compass with center wheel design for pencil drafting5-1/2" gearhead divider with... -
Spring-Bow Compass Set
Pacific Arc$32.20Traditional Spring Bow compass features a true steel hoop for longevity and reliability. Features center wheel for fine adjustments.Features: 6.5" spring bow compass that features a double break leg6" Divider6" Beam Extension Bar4.5" Bow Compass(2)...
Types of Drafting Dividers
Drafting dividers are precision layout tools used to transfer measurements, mark off repeated distances, compare proportions, and step measurements across drawings or project surfaces. This category includes scholastic dividers, academic dividers, friction dividers, gearhead dividers, double-break-leg dividers, compass and divider sets, and professional drawing sets that include divider instruments.
- Friction Dividers: Measure, transfer, and mark off distances with adjustable legs and fixed needle points for drafting, layout, and general drawing work
- Academic & Scholastic Dividers: Support geometry class, drafting courses, architectural design, construction layouts, engineering instruction, and student projects
- Gearhead Dividers: Use self-centering gearhead designs to improve alignment and control when transferring measurements
- Double-Break-Leg Dividers: Provide added flexibility for measurement transfer, radius layout, and technical drawing applications
- Compass & Divider Sets: Combine circle drawing and measurement transfer tools for drafting, geometry, artwork, and classroom use
- Professional Drawing Sets: Include compasses, dividers, replacement points, lead, and accessories for complete manual drafting workflows
Why Drafting Dividers Still Matter
Drafting dividers remain useful because they allow drafters, students, designers, artists, and engineers to transfer measurements directly without relying on repeated ruler measurements. They are especially helpful for stepping off equal distances, comparing dimensions, checking spacing, and transferring measurements from one part of a drawing to another.
In manual drafting, geometry, architectural design, construction layouts, and engineering drawings, dividers provide fast, repeatable measurement control. They are also useful in classrooms and drafting kits because they help students understand measurement transfer, scale relationships, and layout accuracy.
Choosing the Right Drafting Divider
When selecting a drafting divider, consider the size, adjustment style, point design, and type of work being performed. Basic scholastic and academic dividers work well for students and general geometry use, while gearhead and double-break-leg dividers provide more control for technical drawing, drafting, construction, and engineering applications.
For specialized measurement tasks, browse our proportional dividers for scaling work or equal spacing dividers for dividing lines and spaces into repeated intervals.
Complete Your Drafting Workspace
Pair drafting dividers with related drafting instruments and measuring tools to create accurate layouts, geometry drawings, and technical plans.
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