Helix 30cm Architects Scale Ruler

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Unlike a lot of brands that offer you no color choices, the scales from this set come in two different colors. Being able to scale drawings up and down using percentages has become very useful too. Working in Adobe (Photoshop, InDesign etc), you will find you can adjus

Foam Core or Foam Board: Lightweight material consisting of a foam center sandwiched between two layers of paper. It’s easily shaped and cut, making it a go-to for many models. To read an engineering ruler, locate the zero mark on the ruler and align it with one end of the object you want to measure. Then, read the measurement from the markings on the ruler. The smaller the marking, the more precise the measurement. What is the difference between an engineer’s scale ruler and an architect’s scale ruler? Because the scale is entirely made up of aluminum, it is firm and strong. You don’t need to worry about it breaking or getting damaged anytime soon. The chose of scale is determined by the type of drawing, the size of the subject and the size of paper or document that you wish to present it on. The scale is completed with a touch of anodized aluminum. All the markings are etched by lasers to ensure non-fading of measurements.When reading a scaled drawing, the scale is shown as the length in the drawing, then a colon (“:”), and then the matching length on the real object. Self-healing Cutting Mat: To protect your cutting blades from premature dulling and to prevent damage to your workspace, use a self-healing cutting mat. As an architect or architecture student, you should always be prepared. You may not be able to get all the tools at once, but at least ensure to gather as many as possible. With all your architecture drawing tools ready, you will save a lot of time and effort.

Architectural plans are drawn to all different scales, ranging from the simple (1 inch = 1 foot) to the complex (3/16 inch = 1 foot). Plans are often drawn at 3/4, 3/16, 1/8, and other scales (in each case the dimension in inches here corresponds to one foot). For those who prefer a smoother experience with an indestructible and corrosion-free ruler, the Pro Art 12” Engineering Scale is a good option. It is lightweight, durable, and versatile, making it suitable for students, hobbyists, and professionals alike. Comes with a number of gradations which allow you to have a number of different measurement scalings However, architects have to use several different tools to measure straight lines, perfect lines, and precise angles. In completing a project, an architect can use four main types of tools on a daily basis: drawing tools, measuring tools, cutting tools, and computer software. With the advent of technology that keeps on evolving lately, it is undeniable that architects can now use technology as a tool. Between these four types of tools, there are over a dozen different tools that an architect uses planning, calculating, and modeling their building plans. The common scales you’ll see on scale rulers are 1:1, 1:5, 1:10, 1:20, 1:50, 1:100, 1:200 and 1:500A scale ruler is used to help understand the proportions of the drawing or model representation as a proportion of the real-life object. Certainly, you could set up first the scale through the buttons available. For a better insight into how this stuff looks like and how to use it, we prefer you to watch this video. To be honest, the product on the video is the 6135 model however it’s from the same brand. This is only for giving you an idea of how this tool is about. Does the detail within your scaled drawing justify the scale it is shown in? Should you reduce or increase the scale, or add more detail to the drawing as a whole?

The ruler comes with an anodised aluminium build, which makes it much sturdier than a generic plastic architectural ruler. It is 12 inches in length (as per the standard), and gives you the option of choosing between any of the following scales on the imperial scale: 1-1/2″, 1, 3/4″, 3/8″, 3/16″, 3/32″, 1/2″, 1/4″, 1/8″. To care for and maintain your engineering ruler, avoid dropping or bending it, and store it in a protective case or pouch. Clean it regularly with a soft cloth and mild soap and water, and avoid using abrasive cleaners or solvents that can damage the markings on the ruler. Conclusion It is worth noting that scale drawings represent the same units. So, if a drawing is at 1:50 in cm, 1cm in the drawing will be equal to 50cm in real life. Similarly, if a drawing is in mm, at 1:200 – one mm unit in the drawing will represent 200mm in real life. The ruler has a firm anodized aluminum finish and the markings are all laser-etched. The core of the scale is also condensed with aluminum to guarantee the longevity of the ruler.This ruler comes highly recommended from both students and professionals worldwide – and the major reason is that it does the job incredibly well. The readings are coherent and precise, and accurate to a fault. The machining of the aluminium ruler set makes it much safer and intuitive to use than most other products on offer, making sure kids and students can use it without worry.