Shop rulers and straightedges for drafting, graphic arts, design layouts, technical drawing, measuring, cutting, and studio applications. This category includes metal rulers, plastic rulers, graphic arts rulers, center finding rulers, protractor rulers, rolling rulers, parallel rulers, and cutting straightedges designed for accurate measurement, alignment, layout control, and precision line work.
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6" Protractor Ruler - 20 & 40 Parts to Inch
Westcott$3.60Combination protractor/scale/ruler for fast preliminary layouts. Graduations designed for civil engineers, surveyors, and general use. Features: 180 degree protractor with 20ths and 40ths to the inch scalesTransparent plasticLaminated... -
14" Professional Parallel Glider
Alvin Drafting$35.60An easy-to-use instrument that combines the functions of a parallel straightedge triangle protractor T-square and compass in one. One of the most useful and convenient aids for drafting drawing and nautical applications. Smooth gliding action to easily... -
10" Professional Parallel Glider
Alvin Drafting$31.30An easy-to-use instrument that combines the functions of a parallel straightedge, triangle, protractor, T-square, and compass in one. One of the most useful and convenient aids for drafting, drawing, and nautical applications. Smooth gliding action to... -
6" Inch/Metric Pocket Rule
Alvin Drafting$4.306" Stainless Steel Inch/Metric Pocket RuleFeatures: Stainless Steel Etched Graduations Graduated in mm to 15cm and inches to 32nds Pocket clip doubles as depth gauge Fraction/decimal equivalent chart on back of scale -
6" Protractor Ruler - 10 & 50 Parts to Inch
Westcott$4.00Thin plastic combination protractor/scale/ruler for fast preliminary layouts. Features:Graduations designed for civil engineers, surveyors, and general use.180 degree protractor6" rulerInch in 10ths/50ths -
Folding Parallel Rulers
Alvin Drafting$13.00 - $14.20This folding parallel rule features transparent blades for easy reading with non-skid pads and sturdy aluminum links provide the right amount of tension for drawing a line parallel to another line or reference point.Features: Transparent for easy... -
Parallel Glider Rubber O-Ring Replacement Pack
Alvin Drafting$5.25Ensure your parallel glider remains in optimal condition with the Parallel Glider Rubber O-Ring Replacement Pack. Specifically designed for compatibility with models 295, 295M, and 296, this pack includes 10 rubber O-rings. Keep your drafting equipment... -
Stainless Steel Cutting Straightedge
Alvin Drafting$73.45 - $175.45This stainless steel cutting rule is perfect for all kinds of cutting requirements.Features: Available in multiple lengths: 24", 36", 48" & 60" Constructed of 2" wide spring-tempered stainless steel Beveled edge Convenient hanging... -
12" Magnifying Ruler
Alumicolor$10.25This 12" ruler, crafted from rigid, high-quality plastic, serves as a sturdy measuring tool with inch and centimeter calibrations. Made in the USA, it features 2x magnification for excellent viewing of small type and includes a raised curve for... -
12" Pica/Point Ruler
Alumicolor$5.95Ideal for printing and layout professionals, this ruler is calibrated with inches and picas on one side and centimeters and points on the other. Alumicolor's photo anodizing process make the calibrations a part of the aluminum, providing a smooth finish... -
12" Protractor Ruler
Art Alternatives$4.30Ideal for drafting, design, mathematics and fine art projects, this 12" light-weight, ruler features a 180º protractor for precise angles, scales in both inch and centimeter calibrations and 1/8" and 1/4" architectural scales. The ruler divided into... -
12" Rolling Parallel Ruler
Alvin Drafting$9.80A multi-purpose drawing tool made from high impact plastic for students artists and designers. Graduated in both English and metric. Includes many useful formulas and conversion factors. Draw horizontal and vertical parallel lines with ease. Draw circles... -
12" Rolling Ruler
Westcott$12.60This 12" rolling ruler makes it easy to draw horizontal parallel lines - simply draw a line along the straight edge and roll the ruler downward to desired space to repeat drawing line. Use the rolling the ruler to create circles by rolling it in an arc;... -
18" Clear Graphic Arts Ruler
Alvin Drafting$7.7018" in length by 2" width. This graphic arts ruler is graduated in inches at both top and bottom and has a centering graduation in the middle.3mm thick clear plastic. -
18" Graphic Arts Pica Ruler
Westcott$6.1018" Westcott Transparent Pica Ruler – Zero-Centering, Column Spacing, and 16ths-Inch Graduations The 18" Transparent Pica Ruler by Westcott is a must-have tool for graphic designers, drafters, and layout professionals. Made from clear, durable plastic,... -
18" Stainless Steel Graphic Arts Ruler
Pacific Arc$10.45These versatile rulers are the perfect companion for professionals and hobbyists alike, featuring precise graduations in inches, agate, pica, and points for unmatched accuracy. Crafted from solid stainless steel, they ensure long-lasting durability and... -
25cm Metric Professional Parallel Glider
Alvin Drafting$32.30An easy-to-use instrument that combines the functions of a parallel straightedge triangle protractor T-square and compass in one. One of the most useful and convenient aids for drafting drawing and nautical applications. Smooth gliding action to easily... -
6" Pocket Rule
Alvin Drafting$4.306" Stainless Steel English Pocket RuleFeatures: Stainless Steel Etched Graduations Graduated in 16ths, 32nds, and 64ths Pocket clip doubles as depth gauge Fraction/decimal equivilent chart on back of scale -
6" Protractor Ruler
Westcott$2.10This transparent 180 protractor ruler has scales in both 1/16" and centimeter calibrations. The SW-51 also has 45 and 60 triangle cut-outs plus a French curve symbol. Features: Transparent 180* protractor ruler45* and 60* triangle cut outs plus French... -
6" Protractor Ruler - 10 & 20 Parts to Inch
Westcott$3.60Combination protractor/scale/ruler for fast preliminary layouts. Graduations designed for civil engineers, surveyors, and general use.Features: 10 & 20 Parts to Inch180 degree protractor with tenths and 20ths to the inch scalesTransparent...
Types of Rulers & Straightedges
Rulers and straightedges are precision measuring and layout tools used for drafting, graphic arts, technical drawing, trimming, production work, and general studio applications. This category includes metal rulers, plastic rulers, graphic arts rulers, center finding rulers, protractor rulers, rolling rulers, parallel rulers, and cutting straightedges used by architects, engineers, designers, artists, printers, students, and drafting professionals.
- Metal Rulers: Provide durable straightedges and dependable measurement accuracy for drafting, layout, trimming, and workshop applications
- Plastic Rulers: Offer lightweight measuring and layout control for classrooms, studios, offices, and drawing environments
- Graphic Arts Rulers: Support layout design, print production, typography, paste-up work, and graphic measurement applications
- Center Finding Rulers: Help locate exact center points for drafting, machining, woodworking, and layout work
- Protractor Rulers: Combine straightedge measurement with angle layout and geometry applications
- Rolling Rulers: Allow fast parallel line creation and controlled layout positioning for drafting and design workflows
- Parallel Rulers: Support accurate parallel line work and alignment during technical drawing and layout applications
- Cutting Straightedges: Provide stable cutting guides for trimming, drafting, production, and studio work
Precision Layout & Measurement Tools
Rulers and straightedges are fundamental tools used to maintain accurate measurements, clean layouts, and precise alignment across drafting, graphic arts, design, and production workflows. Professional measuring tools help improve line consistency, layout control, and cutting accuracy during technical drawing and studio applications.
Beyond traditional drafting, rulers and straightedges are widely used in graphic design, print production, signage, model making, trimming applications, classroom instruction, and creative studio environments. Specialized tools such as rolling rulers, center finding rulers, and graphic arts rulers help streamline layout tasks that require repeatable accuracy and visual consistency.
Understanding Graphic Arts & Layout Rulers
Graphic arts rulers are designed for print layout, typography, scaling, paste-up work, and production measurement applications. Many graphic arts rulers include pica, point, inch, and metric graduations that help designers and production artists maintain accurate spacing and layout control during creative workflows.
Rolling rulers and parallel rulers are especially useful for creating repeated parallel lines and maintaining alignment during layout and drafting work. These tools remain popular because they improve efficiency while helping users maintain consistent spacing and positioning throughout complex layouts.
Choosing the Right Ruler or Straightedge
When selecting rulers and straightedges, consider the material, graduation type, transparency, edge stability, and intended application. Metal rulers and cutting straightedges provide excellent durability for trimming and workshop use, while transparent rulers improve visibility when measuring directly over drawings and layouts.
Graphic arts rulers and specialty layout rulers support production-oriented workflows, while rolling rulers and parallel rulers improve speed and consistency during repetitive layout work. Choosing the proper measuring tool can improve accuracy, workflow efficiency, and long-term usability in drafting, design, and studio environments.
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