Prepare Drafting

Materials and
Tools/ Drawing
Instruments
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 Difficult Terms
Drafting is a study of communication of ideas through lines,
symbol, codes, drawing, sketches, charts, graphs and maps.

Tools is a handheld device that aids in accomplishing a task.

Drafting Materials and Tools,
Its uses/ Functions

Drawing paper-various types of drawing papers are available for

use but hard and soft paper surface are highly recommended.

Pencil-is the basic instrument of any graphic courses.

Pencil Sharpener- Used to sharpened whenever they show sign

of dullness.
Drafting Materials and Tools,
Its uses/ Functions
Erasing Shield- This tool is made up of metal with irregular holes

Drawing Compass-is an absolute essential piece of an

equipment.

Protractor- It is a semi-circular instrument divided into 180

equal parts, each of which called degree.
Drafting Materials and Tools,
Its uses/ Functions
Triangle- Three sided ruler which is typically have two equal
sides meeting at 90 degrees.

Triangular Scales- A tool generally used when reproducing a

drawing in an enlarge or reduced for some regular proportion.

T-square- it is a drawing instrument used when making horizontal

lines
Drafting Materials and Tools,
Its uses/ Functions
Masking Tape- it is used to fastening the drawing paper in the
drawing table.

Ruler- one of the most important pieces of drawing equipment.

Eraser- this is useful when making changes and correcting errors.

 Activity
Name and Give it uses
 KEEP IN MIND
Drafting is the primary communication format for
engineers. The drafting material and tools discussed in this
lesson include most of the basic ones but are sufficient for
your initial understanding of mechanical drafting
 SHORT QUIZ
Directions: Write your answer in any kinds of paper
1. Define drafting on your own understanding in a short
explanation.

ASSIGNMENT
1. Take a rest.

2. Spend time with your family.

3. Treat yourself.
4. Pray and praise to whoever you believe in.