Discover the power of precision with our drafting scales. Crafted for architects, engineers and designers alike, our scales ensure every line drawn is a testament to accuracy. Elevate your creations with confidence and trust in the precision of our tools.
Pickett templates have been designed to conform to the exacting demands of the professional architect, draftsperson and engineer.
The AlumiDrafter™ is the newest addition to Alumicolor’s long line of innovative drafting products.Invented by a practicing architect, this multi-use tool gives the user all the advantages of a traditional triangular scale in addition to many other...
The 12" flat engineer scale is a professional-grade tool for precise engineering drafting. Its 4-bevel design and etched graduations ensure accuracy, while high-impact plastic construction guarantees durability. With fade-resistant markings, it...
Alumicolor 6" Pocket Scales are a smaller version of the 12" professional solid scale. The pen-size, lightweight design provides professionals and students with a scale that can be taken anywhere.Calibrations: 1:100, 1:200, 1:250, 1:300, 1:400,...
Alumicolor Triangular Drafting Scales are made of extruded aluminum. Alumicolor's photo anodizing process makes the calibrations a part of the aluminum, providing a smooth, tick-free finish and markings which are resistant to cleaners and solvents....
Alumicolor Architect and Engineer Four Bevel Scales are precision measuring and drawing devices. Alumicolor's� photo anodizing process make the calibrations a part of the aluminum providing a smooth, tick-free finish and markings that will resist...
Alumicolor Architect and Engineer Four Bevel Scales are precision measuring and drawing devices. Alumicolor's photo anodizing process make the calibrations a part of the aluminum providing a smooth, tick-free finish and markings that will resist...
This hollow architectural aluminum scale from Alvin is a durable, high-quality scale made of extruded aluminum. Photo anodized calibrations are a part of the aluminum, providing a smooth, tick-free finish. Hollow Scales are lightweight for easy...
Economy Scholastic Triangular Combination Scales offer a budget-friendly option for students and those with limited resources. These white scales are ideal for situations where budgets are tight, providing essential functionality without...
Our top-selling 12" triangular scales are perfect for school and vocational use, combining affordability with high quality. Made from durable high-impact plastic with a smooth satin finish and tapered edges, they provide comfort and longevity. The...
The Pacific Arc 4-Bevel Flat Scales features finely etched graduations.
High-quality anodized aluminum scales have a large profile, solid core, and tapered edges. Printed black graduations. Supplied in a hard plastic case.
High-quality 30cm metric architects scale with the following graduations: 1:100, 1:200, 1:250, 1:300, 1:400, 1:500.
Rugged, professional-quality scales are made from anodized aluminum with a solid core.
Alumicolor 6" Pocket Scales are a smaller version of the 12" professional solid scale. The pen-size, lightweight design provides professionals and students with a scale that can be taken anywhere.
Professional Premium Plastic Triangular Scales - Color Coded Premium plastic ore triangular scales provide precise graduation etched on premium white color-coded plastic for exact performance.
Alumicolor® Triangular Drafting Scales are made of extruded aluminum. The Alumicolor® photo anodizing process makes the calibrations a part of the aluminum, providing a smooth, tick-free finish and markings which are resistant to cleaners and...
Alumicolor Architect Select-a-Scale are an ultra convenient and functional drafting tool that allows architects to select multiple scales all in one product. The unique design incorporates a sculptured arch on the bottom for ease of movement. A...
Alumicolor triangular Drafting Scales are made of extruded aluminum. Alumicolor's photo anodizing process makes the calibrations a part of the aluminum, providing a smooth, tick-free finish and markings which are resistant to cleaners and...
Economy triangular scales are white and ideal when budgets are at a minimum. High quality plastic promises strength and demonstrates long-lasting calibers.
Alumicolor Metric Select-a-Scale are an ultra convenient and functional drafting tool that allows engineers to select multiple scales all in one product. The unique design incorporates a sculptured arch on the bottom for ease of movement. A...
The Professional Premium Plastic Metric Triangular Scales, crafted in Japan, provide precise graduations on premium white color-coded plastic for accurate performance. With a high-quality plastic core, these scales ensure durability and strength,...
Professional-quality metric scales made from high-impact plastic with white, non-reflecting, matte faces and tapered edges. Hot-stamped graduations and color-coded furrows.
While all drafting scales serve the purpose of accurately scaling down measurements for drafting work, the differences lie in their intended use, the units of measurement they employ, and the specific ratios they utilize to achieve scaled representations. Each type of scale is tailored to meet the needs of professionals in different industries and disciplines, providing the precision and accuracy required for their specific drafting tasks.
Architect Scales:
These scales are primarily used by architects and designers for architectural drafting work. They typically employ ratios such as 1/4 inch = 1 foot (1:48) or 1/2 inch = 1 foot (1:24), where inches on the scale represent scaled-down measurements of feet in real life.
Engineer Scales:
Engineer scales are tailored for technical drawings and engineering projects. They often feature ratios like 1:10, 1:20, and 1:30, where each unit on the scale represents a specific measurement, such as inches or millimeters, at a scaled-down ratio.
Combination Scales:
Combination scales merge multiple scales into a single tool, offering versatility and convenience for professionals across various disciplines. These scales may include architectural, engineering, metric, and other scales, allowing users to switch between different units and ratios as needed.
Metric Scales:
Metric scales are designed for use with the metric system of measurement, including units such as millimeters and centimeters. These scales provide precise measurements in metric units and are commonly used in countries where the metric system is standard.
Mechanical Scales:
Mechanical scales are specialized drafting tools tailored for engineers and designers working on mechanical drawings and schematics. They offer precision measurements for machinery, mechanical components, and infrastructure, often featuring ratios similar to engineer scales but with a focus on mechanical engineering applications.