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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Mars Lumograph 100 Drafting Pencils
Staedtler$1.75 - $1.80Premium quality pencil for writing, drafting, drawing, and sketching on paper and matte drafting film. The wide range of degrees makes Lumograph the ideal tool for artists and graphic designers. These pencils have break resistant super-bonded lead,... -
2mm Premium Graphite Leads - 12/Pack
Pacific Arc$6.20Composed of dense, smooth graphite of the highest quality, our graphite is available in a full range of degrees from 6B to 6H, making them ideal for all graphite applications from professional to engineering and architectural rendering to sketching and... -
2mm HB Compass Lead - 12/tube
Alvin & Co.$2.20Each tube holds 12 leads 2mm in diameter and ¾" long. Packaged 12 leads/tube. -
2mm 2H Compass Lead - 12/tube
Alvin & Co.$2.20Each tube holds 12 leads 2mm in diameter and long. Packaged 12 leads/tube." -
2mm Drawing Leads - 12/Tube
Alvin & Co.$8.90** DISCONTINUED - Available While Supplies Last ** Premium imported 2mm refill drawing leads, offering exceptional quality and durability. Features: Uniform in texture and time-tested under rigid standards. Can be used with any standard lead holder... -
Excaliber Mechanical Pencil
Alvin & Co.$3.20This sleek design of brushed aluminum triangular shaped barrel molds into your hand for smooth writing or detailed work. The all-aluminum barrel has a stainless steel front cone, clip and removable cap unveiling a white eraser.Features: For us with 0... -
Scott B/2 2mm Lead Holder
Alvin Drafting$5.40Transparent plastic barrel features a pocket clip and spring-loaded lead release.Features: For use with 2mm lead Pocket Clip Four-way vise-grip jaw holds 2mm lead securely. Gravity-fed lead release Supplied with one lead.Available in... -
0.5mm Mechanical Pencil Lead
Pentel$0.75 - $1.75For 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 that resist smearing and fading.Features: Pentel... -
GraphGear 500 Mechanical Drafting Pencils
Pentel$4.90The Pentel GraphGear 500 offers students and professionals an automatic drafting pencil for technical drawing and general writing. The pencil features a metallic mesh grip on a slim, beveled barrel for long-lasting comfort. The dual-action retractor... -
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Mars Carbon 2mm Leads
Staedtler$14.30The Staedtler Mars Carbon 2mm Leads are professional-grade refills designed for use in all standard 2mm lead holders, including the Staedtler Mars 780. Ideal for drafting, sketching, and technical drawing, these leads deliver smooth, consistent results... -
"Constant" 2mm Drawing Leads - 3 Packs
Alvin & Co.$2.50Top-grade imported 2mm refill drawing leads, superior in both quality and strength. Features: Uniform in texture and time-tested under rigid standards. Can be used with any standard lead holder. Packed and Sold 3 leads per tube -
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 that resist smearing and fading. Features: Pentel... -
0.3mm Mechanical Pencil Lead
Pentel$1.65For 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 that resist smearing and fading.Features: Pentel... -
0.7mm Mechanical Pencil Lead
Pentel$0.98 - $1.75For 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 that resist smearing and fading.Features: Pentel... -
0.9mm Mechanical Pencil Lead
Pentel$0.98 - $1.75For 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 that resist smearing and fading.Features: Pentel... -
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 without PVC or softening agents More than 90% natural... -
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 indicatorPointer inside the capPocket clip to keep tool at your side! -
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 button. The 'automatic' lead mechanism extends 1mm... -
2mm HB Drawing Leads - Gross Pack
Alvin & Co.$39.95Top-grade imported 2mm refill drawing leads, superior in both quality and strength. Features: Uniform in texture and time-tested under rigid standards. Can be used with any standard lead holder. Gross Pack of 144 leads Perfect for classes
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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