Alvin

Use Alvin's Pantograph with inclined or horizontal boards for tracing or dotting. Features die-sunk graduations with holes drilled for accuracy, and adjustable nylon ratio thumb screws for smooth movement. Made of seasoned hardwood bars.

Designed with student needs and budgets in mind, our economical T-square is crafted for great looks and rugged durability. Seasoned hardwood is finished with smooth edges for precise drawing; the fixed head is secured with epoxy plus metal fasteners.

Made from black anodized aluminum, the Alvin Aluminum Architect Triangular Scale has tempered edges, a hollow core, and a large profile. This 12" scale comes in a hard plastic case and includes color inlaid furrows and printed white graduations for supreme accuracy and precise measurements.

Whether you’re writing calligraphy on wedding invitations or lettering comic strips, the Alvin Ames Lettering Guide ensures consistency in the size and uniformity of your letters.

The Alvin Drafting Kit contains all the most commonly used components for architectural drafting, conveniently assembled in one carrying case. It's perfect for students looking to eliminate guesswork, save time, and work with consistent equipment.

Has 26 precision tooled openings. Polished finish resists tarnishing work. Made of high quality stainless steel.

This set contains three of the most popular curves, made of tough .080" green tinted plastic, in a vinyl storage envelope. Sizes are (1) 5-1/2" (14 cm), (2) 6-1/2" (16.5 cm), and (3) 12-1/2" (32 cm).

These square sticks of compressed, pure black charcoal produce a velvety stroke. Heritage Char-Cole Artist Sticks have a very fine, grit-free consistency that makes them smooth and easy to use for drawing and blending. Non-toxic.

Great for use with pastel, charcoal, and graphite, the Alvin Heritage Drawing Tools Set is the perfect addition to any artist’s drawing collection.

Ideal for sketching, layout, and design work, this portable gridded sketch board is made of extra-rigid, 4 mm white Masonite with black 1" grid lines and 1/4" hash marks. These sketch boards are great for the artist, designer, or architect on the go.

Very durable, with "stay-put" (even on glass or polished surfaces) backing. Graduated in 16ths and 32nds on one side, in centimeters and millimeters on other. Lengths to 36".

For accurate drawing. Elevated Plexiglas® edges eliminate smears. Mobile parallel straightedge has floating action of nylon rollers mounted on blade (frictionless operation). Lengths to 60".

Nylon-covered stainless steel stranded wire for parallel rules. Highly flexible, kink-resistant.

Two types of professional scales. Architecture is divided in inches to the foot. Engineering is graduated in decimal parts to the inch.

This parallel straightedge board provides the convenience of a studio work surface in a compact, portable unit. It is composed of a smooth, warp-free white Melamine laminated board that wipes clean with a damp cloth.

This retractable tape measure has three convenient locking stops located on the top, side, and bottom. A magnetic metal end-hook makes one-person measurements easier. The nylon-coated steel blade assures longer standout.

A multi-purpose drawing tool made from high-impact plastic for students, artists, and designers, the Alvin Rolling Ruler is graduated in both English and metric. Draw horizontal and vertical parallel lines with ease, and draw circles, curves, or arcs.

Triangular plastic 12" scales. Two types. Architectural--inch graduations to foot and a scale divided 16 parts to inch. Engineering--decimal parts to the inch.

Ideal for school use. This protractor features .060" clear plastic with a solid center design and beveled edges. It has clearly stamped graduations in 1° increments.

Alvin Stainless Steel Graduated T-Squares have a 1-1/2" stainless steel blade with 1/32" calibrations on the top edge, and metric calibrations on the lower edge.

Types: 30-60 degree and 45-90 degree triangles. Smoke colored, styrene plastic with fingerlifts. Double-bevel inking edge. Sizes to 14".

Alvin Flexible Graduated Curves hold a precise shape. They have convenient raised inking edges on both sides - to use with ink or pencil. Graduations in millimeters and centimeters are marked in red. Sixteenths of an inch are marked in black.

A durable 5-ply vinyl board cover manufactured specially for the protection of heavily used surfaces. Self-sealing surface recovers almost immediately while protecting expensive furniture from wear and tear. Secure with double-sided tape.

This 6" (15 cm) friction divider with a self-centering gearhead design features replaceable needle points. The durable matte nickel finish resists stains and tarnishing.

For student or professional use. Makes circles up to 10". Rolled brass with nickel-satin finish. Includes extra leads and needle for use as divider. Ruling pen available. Size, 6".

For pen, pencil, and divider parts. Makes circles from 1/8" to 9-1/2". Upper legs of high-tech ribbed matte nickel, lower legs of black fiberglass. Center wheel adjusts settings.

These HB compass leads work in all standard drawing instruments. They have pre-sharpened chisel points. The tube holds 12 leads, each 2 mm in diameter × 3/4" long.

Alvin Pre-Sharpened Chisel Points offer a convenient way to refill any standard drawing instrument. These HB grade chisel points measure 2 mm in diameter and are 3/4" long. Package includes 144 pieces.

Use the Alvin Drop Bow Pencil Compass to quickly draw precise circles up to 1" in diameter. This 4-3/4" drawing instrument is for use with pencils only.

This easy-to-use, durable introductory bow compass draws circles from 1/8" to 9-1/2". The 6" pencil compass/divider has a fast center wheel adjustment. Alvin's attractive high-tech styling features matte silver upper legs and black fiberglass lower legs.

This 6½" compass has a smooth-action, rapid adjustment feature, durable cast zinc construction, black fiberglass crown, and reinforcements. It features double knee joints for parallel leg positioning and precise drawing of large radii.

Create a custom compass with this versatile adapter from Alvin. The Universal Compass Adapter has 4 mm and 3.5 mm insert shafts, and can be used with technical fountain pens, mechanical pencils, nylon stick pens, and ballpoint pens.

Transparent barrel in contemporary color choice, pocket clip, pushbutton lead advance. Silver cap. Four-way clutch lead grip accepts 2-mm lead. Blistercarded.

Alvin's Brass Bullet Pencil Sharpener is the perfect accessory for taking on a day-long sketching trip. It features solid brass bullet-shaped construction with a replaceable stainless steel cutting blade.

Alvin Constant Drawing Leads are high-quality, durable 2 mm refill drawing leads. Uniform in texture and time-tested under rigid standards, these 2H Black/Gray leads can be used with any standard lead holder.

For precision drawing, lettering, or drafting. Pushbutton cap advances lead and houses eraser and cleaning needle. Retractable sliding core tip protects point and pocket. Has 4-mm metal stylus guide tube, rubber grip.

These economical autofeed pencils feature a shock-absorbing reflex point for comfortable writing control with minimal lead breakage. The 4 mm-long stainless steel lead sleeve provides drawing accuracy even with thick straightedges.

Alvin's Draft/Matic fine-line mechanical pencils are designed to provide maximum professional convenience. This cushion pointed pencil has metal diamond-cut finger grips. A push button cap provides continuous feed of up to 12 leads. Built-in eraser.

The Alvin Glass Inkwell Sharpener is an all-purpose pencil sharpener with a glass receptacle. This attractive sharpener makes a great addition to your desk and can conveniently be taken on the go. Comes in assorted colors (color will be chosen randomly).

Alvin Grippy Mechanical Pencils are ideal for professional drafters and engineers of all levels! They are constructed with premium features including finger grips for comfort and control, an oversized eraser in the cap, and a spring-loaded mechanism that advances lead with each click of the cap.

This economical mechanical pencil features a transparent colored barrel, push button lead advance, rubberized non-slip finger grip, plastic pocket clip, and eraser. Available in several fun colors.

The Alvin Mini Lead Pointer features a flat design for fingertip grip. It sharpens 2 mm leadholder refills.

Ideal for classroom use. This sturdy, all-metal 2 mm lead holder features 4-way vice-grip jaws and a degree-marked window dial on the barrel.

Rotary action sharpener suitable for all 2mm leads. Automatic cutting stop, built-in point cleaner. Compact, plastic body.

For erasing pencil from paper, vellum and drafting film. White vinyl.

This very soft horsehair brush, with a single row of 2" (5 cm) tufts, is useful for removing dust or erasures from a tabletop or drawing board without smudging artwork.

For providing a protective surface for tabletops, desktops, and lightboxes. Made with 3-ply vinyl. Also used as a resilient writing or drawing surface. Marked with grid pattern and gradations. Translucent or green.

This all-inclusive kit offers professional quality for a wide variety of graphic arts, hobby, craft, quilting, and industrial applications. The kit contains a reversible, self-healing cutting mat, an art knife, and spare blades.

Perfect for students and hobbyists, this kit includes one Self-Healing Mat measuring 6" × 8-1/2" and one cutting knife. Mats are marked with a 1/2" grid pattern with cutting angles and 1/4" gradations on the base and left hand vertical edge.

These knives are made of high-strength ABS plastic with razor sharp blades. Sturdy knives feature a locking blade snapper — break off a scored blade section and there is always a sharp edge.

This premium all-purpose utility knife features an easy-to-grip ergonomic design with rubber coating on one side for added comfort and control. Fully retractable blade with locking mechanism. Two blades included.

This rugged utility knife has a 4-position blade and a zinc die cast metal body. The Alvin Utility Knife includes one blade. Package of five spare blades available.

This is a heavyweight aluminum easel that holds canvases, pads, and boards from 6" (15 cm) high up to 48" (122 cm) high and up to 1-1/4" (3 cm) thick, making it ideal for tabletop, studio, display or field use. A nylon carry case is included.

The Alvin American-Style Draftsman's Chair features include pneumatic height control, a height and depth adjustable hinged backrest with polypropylene back shell, dual-wheel casters, and a 23" tubular chrome steel base with built-in foot ring.

A versatile stool that's ideal for any studio, home or office work area in need of a drafting-height seat. It swivels and features pneumatic height adjustment from 17¼" to 24¾". The seat is made of super-soft molded foam for hours of comfortable sitting.

The affordably priced Griffin Drafting Chair features a uniquely styled mesh back that is airy, comfortable, and adjusts for height and depth. A pneumatic control adjusts the chair height. The molded foam seat is ergonomically contoured for comfort.

The Alvin LabTek Utility Chair features a rugged polyurethane seat and backrest designed to resist punctures, water, and most chemicals. Built for versatility, it has a pneumatic height control with an adjustment range from 23–33".

Premo's unique 3"-wide foot ring is wider and sturdier than traditional steel rings for an added sense of comfort that you can really rest your feet on.

Affordability and luxury are combined in this sleek mesh chair. It has a host of great options, such as width-adjustable padded armrests and pneumatic height adjustment from 24" to 28". Also features a vented mesh backrest and padded lumbar support.

Affordability and luxury are combined in this sleek, black mesh back chair. It has a host of great comfort options, such as lumbar adjustment, pneumatic height adjustment, a vented mesh backrest, and a spring-adjusted tilt mechanism.

Get right up to your easel comfortably with this new painter's stool. The soft urethane seat sits securely atop a reinforced base with heavy-duty floor glides. You can easily adjust both the height and tilt while seated. Height adjusts from 22" to 30".

Contemporary, economical, with built-in angular footrest. Pneumatic height adjustment from 23" to 33". Backrest adjusts forward and back. Surfaces covered in durable nylon fabric. 5-star steel base. Hooded double-wheel casters.

Illuminate your workspace with the Alvin Bali LED Lamp. It has 15 SMD LEDs that create a crisp, bright white light and a durable, flexible silicon neck that can pivot 360°.

View your projects in the right light. This professional-grade lamp has eighty-four SMD LEDs that can be combined in three different settings, so you can project the perfect field of light.

Ideal for artists, hobbyists, and crafters, the Alvin Lima LED Light is perfect wherever clean, bright light is needed. This task lamp has a circular swivel head with a ring of SMD LED lights inside that create up to 600 lumens of cool white light.

Alvin's Magnifier Lamp is a professional, low-heat magnifying lamp with an extra large, 5" diameter, 3 diopter glass lens.

The Alvin Marbella LED Lamp combines a classic design with modern technology and function. It has 30 SMD LEDs to create true white light for your projects.

The compact design of the Alvin Montauk LED Lamp makes it perfect for small desks, but its 60 SMD LEDs still cast a large field of light to illuminate your projects. It has a 2¼" C clamp to mount it to your work surface, so it doesn't take up desk space.

The Alvin Swing-Arm Combo Lamp provides incandescent and fluorescent light in one convenient unit. Independent switches let you use one or both, depending on the project.

The Alvin Swing-Arm Lamp features a 6-1/2" diameter ventilated shade with a double baffle to reduce glare.

The Alvin Tofino LED Lamp combines modern design aesthetics with the function of a glare-free beam of true white light.

The Alvin Zuma LED Lamp will add function to your workspace, and its unique shape will make a statement. Its bar of light contains 12 SMD LEDs that create a glare-free bright light, bringing out the true colors and details of your work.

The Onyx fold-away task table folds flat to a 5" (13 cm) width for convenient storage. It features 1" (4 cm) tubular steel based adjustable legs with a Melamine top.Table-top dimensions are 30" × 42" (76cm × 107 cm).

The CraftMaster II offers all the great features of the original CraftMaster, but now with a larger top, more storage, and more leg room. The tabletop measures 28" × 40". Overall 28" × 48" work surface. Adjustable height. Minimal assembly is required.

The largest, most robust CraftMaster Hobby and Drawing Station yet, the CraftMaster III features a split top for ultimate versatility with a larger total work surface of 30" × 60". This unit requires minimal assembly.

The DesignMaster is an extremely strong, durable drawing table made of 18-gauge steel tubing with legs that are welded together to form a 3" x 2" post for maximum stability and rigidity. Both the table top board and supporting panels are made of melamine.

The Alvin Ensign Drafting Table is a practical, convenient, and functional addition to your studio. It is adjustable in pitch or height with the manipulation of an easy-to-use, extendible lever. The white melamine board angle adjusts from 0° to 90°.

Working surface is white Melamine, laminated and warp-free. Height adjusts from 30" to 40", and working surface angles from 0° to 45°. Base is round 1-1/4" tubular steel, up to 30 x 42". Folds away in seconds.

Functional oval and round tubular base design provides stability. Warp-free Melamine-treated top adjusts from 0° to 45°. Knobs adjust telescoping legs to adjust height from 29" to 44". Sizes to 36" × 48". Folds flat.

Create a variety of projects on the Alvin Pavillon Art and Drawing Table. This versatile table is ideal for aspiring artists, crafters, and hobbyists.

The front of the Alvin Reflex Table is designed with a semi circle cut out for easy accessibility of wheelchairs. The has a raised, black, PVC edge that prevents items from falling off. The base of the table is wide enough to allow wheelchairs to maneuve

This 37" tall, four-post drafting table is constructed from the finest quality solid oak using through-bolt hardware to ensure it will stand up to years of use. Available in a walnut finish or with a white melamine top.

The Alvin Vanguard Drawing Room Table provides ample space and storage for art, drafting, and other creative projects in the office, studio, or home. It's made from eco-friendly, sustainable rubber wood and other materials that comply with California's emission standards.

Top is warp-free, solid core white Melamine board. Tilt can be adjusted from front or back, 0° to 35°. Top raises from 29" to 44". Underneath is a large storage shelf. Base is sturdy 1" square steel tubing. Up to 36" × 48".

The adhesive on this versatile 1" double-sided tape adheres to most smooth surfaces, including Alvin Vyco drawing board covers. A 1-1/2" diameter plastic core assures easy handling.

Alvin Drafting Dots are a great alternative to drafting tape. There is no waste or corners to snag, and it's easy to apply. Drafting dots are individually dispensed from a convenient pull-tab dispenser box. 500 7/8" diameter dots per box.

Insert the Alvin 3-Ring Binder Mesh Zipper Bag into your binder for convenient pencil and pen storage. These vinyl pouches are reinforced with mesh webbing and have a full-length zippered opening. They’re equipped with three grommets on sturdy nylon for durability.

This functional and stylish cart is equipped with sturdy casters and three handy shelves. Stock it with studio supplies and tools, then wheel it anywhere you want to work. The Mobile Shelf Cart is crafted of metal with your choice of chrome-plated or black powder-coated finishes.

A unique patented interlocking rail and drawer system prevents the drawers in these carts from shifting off the rails. Each cart features a tubular metal frame, with casters and a metal top shelf. Available in Smoke or Multi colored plastic.

These cardboard mailing tubes provide an economical storage or mailing container for drawings, tracings, charts, blueprints, and more. The cardboard tube has tight slip caps at either end and reinforced metal edges.

Find supplies in a snap with the Alvin Clear Front Mesh Bag! Ideal for organizing and protecting supplies and artwork, these bags are constructed from durable clear vinyl reinforced with strong mesh webbing in the back. They close securely with a 3/4" wide gusset and gray zippered top.

Double-pocket mesh bags are a great value! They carry just about any accessory you can imagine and will keep you organized. Each bag is made out of mesh nylon and includes durable nylon zippers. The zippered inside pouch keeps tiny items protected.

Made of durable black nylon with a hook and loop closure, this hard-cover brush holder protects small brushes and tools from damage. An adjustable drawstring cord secures the case so it stands upright, and an elastic band holds brushes in place for easy access.

The Alvin Mesh Tote Bag is a versatile, go-anywhere bag perfect for art supplies, travel, shopping trips, and much more! Crafted from super-strong mesh, this oversized tote has double handles and a 9" gusset for sturdiness.

Alvin Mesh Bags are ideal for transporting and organizing all types of supplies. They are constructed from high quality see-through vinyl with mesh webbing for extra protection and durability. A zipper top keeps them securely closed. They are available in a variety of convenient sizes for every need.

The Alvin Metal Pencil Ledge attaches to the front edge of any drawing board to keep pencils, pens and other instruments at hand. Adjust it to elevated or flush positions. The black powder-coated finish is durable and long lasting.