Shop drafting templates and drawing templates used by architects, engineers, designers, and students for accurate hand drafting. From architectural and mechanical templates to circle, lettering, and specialty stencils, find the right tools for precise layouts, symbols, and technical drawings.
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1/4" Casement Sash Window Template
Timely Templates$3.901/4" SCALE. For metal or wood casement sash. 16 standard sizes can be drawn with this window template. -
1/4" Hi-Lo Slanted Lettering Guide
RapiDesign$9.95Rapidesign Templates have been designed to conform the exacting demands of the professional architect, draftsperson and engineer.1/4" upper and lower case slant letters and numerals. All with... -
1/8" and 1/4" Scale Plumbing Fixtures Template
Timely Templates$6.40Scale symbols for drawing plan views of fixtures. Scale 1/8" =1 and ¼" = 1. Size: 5½" x 9¾" x .020". -
15-Degree Ellipse Template
RapiDesign$10.65Rapidesign 15-Degree Ellipse Template contains 15 degree ellipses with major axes measuring from 1/4 to 2 inches. This professional grade, precision-engineered template is made of durable,... -
30-Degree Ellipse Template
RapiDesign$10.65Rapidesign 30-Degree Ellipse Template contains 15 degree ellipses with major axes measuring from 1/4 to 2 inches. This professional grade, precision-engineered template is made of durable,... -
55° Ellipse Template
Pickett$15.20Pickett ellipse templates are suitable for many drafting needs. Manufactured with drawing risers that separate the template underside from the drawing surface to ensure clean, smear-free results. ... -
All-Purpose Template
Alvin Drafting$7.70This general purpose template is ideal for planning, drafting, drawing and other craft projects.Features: 41 cutouts in allAssorted circles, squares, hexagons, and trianglesIncludes a 3" protractor,... -
Aluminum Triangles
Fairgate$22.40 - $45.60Lightweight, durable aluminum with matte-satin finish that resists stains and tarnishing. Features 1/16" graduations on the 90 angle. May also be used as a template for circles from 1/16" to 1 3/8"... -
Circle Radius Master Template III
Alvin Drafting$8.40This circle template is great for architects, builders, interior designers, engineers, students, design colleges. Premium quality, it is made of clear matte impact modified acrylic, each template is... -
Ellipse Master Template
Pickett$12.55Contains five projections 20° through 60° in increments of 10°. Size range ¼" to 1½". Size: 5" x 11" x 0.30". -
Female Figure 13.75" Template
Alvin & Co.$14.50A unique silhouette template of the adult female figure with 9 riveted joints for creating many true-to-life positions. 1:5 scale. -
Heating and Air Conditioning Template
RapiDesign$17.00Contains commonly used symbols for heat and air conditioning applications. Size: 5" x 7" x .030". -
Hex Nuts & Bolts Template
Timely Templates$5.50This compact template has hex sizes 1/4 X 3/4 inch. These are suitable for bolts and nuts from No. 6 to 1/2 inch. Circles are included for chamfer, body Dia., and root Dia. (Pictorial). Alternate... -
Isometric Designer Template Set
Timely Templates$8.90This set of two templates features an isometric protractor plus the following isometric symbols –– squares and hexagons (1/16" to 1-1/4"), Phillips screw heads, arrowheads, and rotational arrows. -
Large Circle Template
Timely Templates$9.90Contains circles measuring 1-1/4" to 3-1/2" It has pin-point centers, fractional, decimal, and metric equivalent dimensions and marked corner radii. Similar to: Rapidesign 440R Extra Large Circle... -
Large Metric Circle Template
Timely Templates$6.50Circles from 55 to 80mm. Equal spacing pinholes make it easy to divide various size circles into the following equal parts: 2-3-4-5-6-8-9-10-12-18-20-24-36. -
Letters and Numbers Stencil
Staedtler$4.20Great for signs, posters, school projects, and scrapbooks, include spacing guides, ink risers on the reverse side prevent smudging when using ink pens, the shatterproof plastic maintains its shape... -
Machine Screws Template
Timely Templates$8.00Draws 2 views of machine and cap screws from #4 to 3/8 Dia. All cut-outs for each size are on a common centerline. Has pin-point centers on larger sizes. Excellent for drawing counter-bored,... -
Metric Circles Template
Timely Templates$6.60Contains 43 metric circles from 1mm to 50mm. Size: 4¾" x 8" x .020". -
Modern Bold Lettering Guide
Pickett$10.60Modern bold INKING lettering guide that upper case letters and numerals in 1/8", 3/16" and 1/4".
What Are Drafting Templates?
Drafting templates are plastic or metal guides with pre-cut shapes that allow users to draw precise, repeatable forms. These templates eliminate the need to measure and construct common elements manually, improving both speed and accuracy in technical drawing.
Templates are widely used to create circles, ellipses, lettering, symbols, and specialized components used in architectural and engineering drawings. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0} relies on standardized symbols and consistent geometry, making templates an essential drafting tool.
Types of Drafting Templates
- Circle & Ellipse Templates: Used to create accurate circles and curves without a compass
- Architectural Templates: Include common symbols such as doors, windows, fixtures, and furniture layouts
- Lettering Templates: Used for consistent text, titles, and labeling on drawings
- Engineering Templates: Designed for mechanical and technical symbols used in engineering drawings
Why Use Drawing Templates
Drafting templates improve efficiency by reducing the time required to create repeated shapes and symbols. Instead of constructing each element manually, templates allow for fast, consistent placement while maintaining accuracy across the entire drawing.
They also help ensure standardization, which is critical in technical drawings where symbols and dimensions must be clearly communicated.
Choosing the Right Drafting Template
When selecting a drafting template, consider the type of drawing being created and the level of detail required. Architectural templates are ideal for building layouts, while engineering templates are better suited for mechanical and technical drawings. Lettering templates are commonly used for titles, notes, and labeling.
The right template depends on the symbols and shapes you use most often, as well as the scale and precision required for your work.
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Drafting templates are typically used alongside scales, triangles, parallel bars, and drafting paper to create accurate and efficient drawings.
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