TLE Flashcards
refers to set of tools that are used in all drafting works or activities especially if the activities requires mechanical presentation. Hand-held devices that aid in drawing and designing.
Drafting tools
This type does not groove easily when pressure is applied to the pencil.
Drawing paper
this is used for fastening the drawing paper on the drawing table or drawing board because it does not damage the board and it will not damage the paper if it is removed by pulling it off.
Masking tape
pencil should be sharpened whenever they show sign of dullness. Various types and designs are available in the stores.
Pencil sharpener
This is used to clean dirt off the drawing.
Eraser
for removing smudges and pencil marks.
Soft eraser
for making changes and correcting errors in the drawing.
Hard eraser
One of the most important toolss in drawing. It comes in various grades. The grade of pencil to be used depends on the quality of paper to be used.
Drawing pencil
are used where extreme accuracy is required especially working on graphs, diagrams and charts.
Hard pencils
are used for general purpose work in drawing.
Medium pencils
are too soft to be used in mechanical drafting. They are very useful for art work of various kinds.
Soft pencil
reproducing a drawing in an enlarged or reduced for to some regular proportion. reproduce measurements of an object in full size, reduced size and enlarge size.
Triangular scales
stationary, drafting tool for drawing lines, as a guide for cutting, and for various other uses. Available in different shapes and materials, depending on the type of lines the users wishes to draw.
Ruler
this is made up to a thin metal with irregular holes. It is a useful tool to protect the rest of the drawing when clearing up smudges, unnecessary pencil lines and other erasures.
Eraser shield
Are used for drawing and designing purposes.
Drafting instruments
A drawing instrument used when making horizontal lines. It is also used for guiding triangles when drawing vertical lines. made up of wood, plastic or the combination of both
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