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" Scale Landscape Template
Pickett$17.20Contains plan views of trees, shrubs, walks and related configurations. Scale: ¼" = 1'-0". Size 8" X 10" X .030". -
1/4" Scale Landscape Template I
RapiDesign$21.30Contains various symbols for landscape design. Scale: ¼" = 1'. Size: 5" x 8 1/8" x .030". -
1/8" and 1/4" Scale Plumbing Fixtures Template
Timely Templates$5.80Scale symbols for drawing plan views of fixtures. Scale 1/8" =1 and ¼" = 1. Size: 5½" x 9¾" x .020". -
1/8" Scale House Furnishing Template
RapiDesign$15.451/8" = 1'. To plan furniture and appliance arrangement before or after house is completed or when furniture re-arrangement is contemplated. Size: 6" X 3½". Thickness: .030". -
1/8" Scale House Plan Fixtures Template
RapiDesign$15.45For architects, builders and contractors. Contains the symbols most commonly used in the profession. Includes roof pitch gauge and 16" spacing in 4" modules. Scale: ¼" = 1'. Same symbols as No... -
1/8" Scale Landscape Template II
Alvin Drafting$7.40The template makes it easy to create a reproduce Landscape shapes and makes drawing and drafting projects consistent and convenient.Features: 1/8 scale template45 cutouts in allCutouts for various... -
10° Ellipse Template PK
Pickett$9.75Pickett ellipse templates are suitable for many drafting and drawing needs.Features:29 Sizes: 1/2" to 2"Built-in risers and smooth apertures to reduce smudged lines for engineering, drafting and... -
15° Ellipse Template
Pickett$14.20Pickett 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. ... -
25° Ellipse Template
Pickett$14.65Pickett 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. ... -
3/16" Hi-Low Slanted Lettering Guide
RapiDesign$9.95Rapidesign Templates have been designed to conform the exacting demands of the professional architect, draftsperson and engineer.3/16" upper and lower case slant letters and numerals. All with... -
30° Ellipse Template
Pickett$14.65Pickett 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. ... -
4 in 1 Ellipse Template
Pickett$19.10Contains 74 ellipses in projections of 15 30 45 and 60. Major axes of-5/16" to 2 ¼". Size: 8¾" x 12" x .030". -
40° Ellipse Template
Pickett$14.20Pickett 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. ... -
Big Ellipse Templates
Timely Templates$25.90Contains 60 ellipses in four projections of 15° 30° 45° and 60°. Major axes of 1 ¼" to 6½". Size: 4½" x 8" x .020". -
Bolts and Nuts Template
RapiDesign$17.65Contains hexagons circles and squares. Size: 5" x 7-5/8" x .030". -
Circle Layout Template with Equal Spacing
Timely Templates$6.20This template draws circles from 2-3/8" to 3". Equal spacing pin holes make it easy to divide various size circles into the following whole parts: 2-3-4-5-6-8-9-10-12-18-20-24-36.Complements T-88... -
Circle Master Template
Pacific Arc$3.40Our BEST SELLING circle master template is an essential tool for drafters, architects, engineers, and artists. Featuring a range of precise circles, dual rulers, and durable translucent plastic, it... -
Circle Radius Master
Pacific Arc$6.70This versatile circle template is an essential tool for drafters, architects, engineers, and artists. With a wide range of precision-cut circles, durable translucent plastic, and a compact design, it... -
Circle Radius Master Template
Pickett$13.35Contains 62 circles from 3/64" to 7½". Size: 7-7/16" x 9-7/8" x .060". -
Circle Template I
Timely Templates$4.20Contains 36 circles from 1/32" to 1 1/8". Size: 3-7/8" x 7¾" x .030".
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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