Shop drafting pencils and leads for technical drawing, engineering, architecture, sketching, drafting, and design applications. From precision mechanical drafting pencils to traditional woodcase drawing pencils, graphite leads, lead holders, sharpeners, and accessories, these tools help create accurate lines, controlled shading, and consistent drawing performance for students and professionals alike.
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5.6mm Three Sided Lead Holder
Cretacolor$14.10This lead holder is for 5.6mm lead. It will protect your lead from breaking. The product is made from heavy-duty plastic and designed with control in mind.Features: For use with 5.6mm leadsGreat... -
760 Triangular Mechanical Drafting Pencils
Staedtler$7.50The 760 Series Mechanical Pencil has an ergonomic triangular shape for relaxed and easy writing. Features: Available in three tip sizes: 0.5mm, 0.7mm or 1.3mmErgonomic triangular shape for relaxed... -
Aluminum Pencil Lengtheners - 3/Pack
Alvin Drafting$8.20This handy tool provides balance and control when pencils get too short, saving money by extending the usable life of expensive pencils.Features: Fits most round and hexagonal standard... -
Brass Sharpener
Mobius & Ruppert$5.40The unique single-hole style is often referred to as the Pineapple or Grenade sharpener and is a distinctive emblem of taste for discerning creative people. Use MG100-6060 replacement blades only. -
Graphite Lead Set - 6-Colors
Cretacolor$14.50This drawing set includes the standard tools every artist needs. This set of six graphite fine art leads includes one white chalk, one 4B graphite, one black compressed charcoal, one dark brown, one... -
Graphite Pencil Set of 12
Cretacolor$14.10These Cretacolor graphite pencils are exceptionally strong and can be sharpened to a clean, fine point. The set comes with a tin for storage and is perfect to take to art class.Features: 12-Pencil... -
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Mephisto V1 Mechanical Pencils
Koh-i-Noor$6.50These Koh-I-Noor old-style Mephisto mechanical pencils are available in three stylish colors. The Koh-I-Noor Mephisto has a rubber grip and eraser under the metal cap. Features: Available in 0.5mm,... -
Professional Mechanical Pencils
Pacific Arc$4.30Features the best of all worlds: a fully retractable point, comfort rubber grip, degree indicator, large twist-out white vinyl eraser and pocket clip. For use with lead size: 0.3mm, 0.5mm, 0.7mm, 0... -
Riptide Automatic Pencils - 3-Pack
Staedtler$2.60A 0.5mm mechanical pencil with a sporty style and lightweight barrel for high performance at an economical price.Features: 3-pack features assorted color barrels Blister-carded pack includes... -
0.2mm Mechanical Pencil Lead
Pentel$1.80For paper surfaces, formulated with polymer resin bonded to carbon and graphite particles that never need sharpening. These leads break less, last longer, write smoother and produce dense black lines... -
1.3mm (HB) Mechanical Pencil Lead
Staedtler$3.20Mechanical pencil lead for use on paper and drawing cardFeatures: High break resistance due to flexible lead Smooth-gliding lead, jet black lines Unique ecological manufacturing process... -
2mm Collegiate Lead Holder
Pacific Arc$3.50The Collegiate 2mm Lead Holder is a great pick for any beginners and students.Features:Click-Advance feature, lead advances one click at a time instead of simply falling outLead degree... -
2mm Hardtmuth Compact Lead Holder
Koh-i-Noor$15.50This compact (only 4.5"L), yet comfortable mechanical clutch lead holder is ideal for use in organizers and notebooks.Features: Matte black bodyKnurled grip areaIntegral sharpener beneath the push... -
2mm Non-Print Purple Leads
Staedtler$12.952mm colored lead for use on paper. 130mm long. Sold 12 leads per plastic tray. -
2mm Refill Leads - 3/Pack
Pacific Arc$2.50Pacific Arc 2mm H Lead Refill is a reliable choice for drafting, sketching, writing, and technical work. Made from dense, smooth graphite, these refill leads produce a clean, consistent line with... -
5.6mm Art Colors Refill Leads
Pacific Arc$6.50Ideal for sketching and intricate drawings, these 5.6mm lead sets deliver smooth, consistent lines. Offered in a variety of colors and mediums, they provide versatile options for shading and... -
5.6mm Black Chalk Artists Lead
Cretacolor$14.50This lead features a 5.6mm diameter and is ideal for sketching and drawing. It can be sharpened to a fine point for detailed work. Use it alone or mix with water and combine with Sanguine, Sepia and... -
5.6mm Charcoal Refill Leads
Pacific Arc$8.30Ideal for sketching and intricate drawings, these 5.6mm lead sets deliver smooth, consistent lines. Offered in a variety of hardness, they provide versatile options for shading and detailing, making... -
5.6mm Graphite Lead Set, 4-Pieces
Art Alternatives$3.90Woodless graphite leads are a favorite for drafting, sketching and designing. This set of graphite leads are for use with the Art Alternatives Clutch pencil; the set includes leads of varying grades,...
Types of Drafting Pencils & Leads
Drafting pencils and leads are used for precise line work, sketching, technical drawing, rendering, geometry, and manual drafting. This category includes mechanical drafting pencils, lead holders, woodcase drawing pencils, graphite lead refills, colored drafting pencils, blueprint marking pencils, lead pointers, sharpeners, and pencil accessories for students, artists, architects, engineers, and drafting professionals.
- Mechanical Drafting Pencils: Create consistent line widths for technical drawings, engineering layouts, architectural plans, and detail work
- Lead Holders: Use thicker drafting leads for sketching, shading, layout work, and traditional manual drawing applications
- Woodcase Drawing Pencils: Provide graphite grades for sketching, rendering, drafting, and technical illustration
- Graphite Lead Refills: Replace mechanical pencil and lead holder graphite in different lead sizes and hardness grades
- Blueprint Marking Pencils: Mark blueprints, vellum, tracing paper, drafting film, and other technical drawing media
- Colored Drafting Pencils: Add color coding, layout notes, corrections, emphasis, and illustration detail to drawings and plans
- Lead Pointers & Sharpeners: Maintain clean points for accurate line work, detailed layouts, and consistent drafting performance
- Pencil Accessories: Include pencil lengtheners, replacement erasers, clips, caps, and related accessories for drawing and drafting use
Understanding Lead Sizes & Lead Grades
Lead size and lead hardness both affect how a drafting pencil performs. Fine mechanical pencil leads are useful for precise details, dimension lines, lettering, and technical layouts, while larger leads and lead holders give more flexibility for sketching, shading, layout lines, and heavier drawing work.
Harder graphite grades create lighter, cleaner lines that are useful for construction lines and precision drafting. Softer graphite grades create darker marks and smoother shading, making them helpful for sketching, rendering, and design presentation work.
Choosing the Right Drafting Pencil
When selecting a drafting pencil, consider the lead size, graphite grade, grip style, and type of work being performed. Mechanical drafting pencils are a strong choice when consistent line width is important, while lead holders and woodcase drawing pencils are better suited for users who want more control over point shape, line weight, and shading.
Many architects, engineers, designers, artists, and students keep several pencil types available so they can switch between fine technical lines, darker layout marks, sketching, and finished presentation work.
Complete Your Drafting Workspace
Pair drafting pencils and leads with related drafting tools and drawing supplies to create accurate layouts, sketches, technical drawings, and professional drafting projects.
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