Parallel Rules and Straightedges

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.

Blick Aluminum Straightedge Rulers are ideal for measuring and drafting. Made of quality extruded aluminum, they feature permanent calibrations on both edges in 1/16" and 1/8" increments.

Non-rusting, easy to read. Strong as steel. Accurately graduated in 1/16, 1/8, 1/4, 1/2 and 1". Lengths to 60".

This professional straightedge features a metal cover for strength and stability and an anti-warp cast acrylic bottom with inking edge. There is also a locking device to lock in the desired angle. Anti-static rollers help avoid smudging drawings.

Blade edges are transparent acrylic in a black phenolic laminate (optional stainless steel edges). Brake holds blade in place when board is at angle. To 60" long. Also with Armoredge steel strip.

The Mayline Mobile Parallel Ruling Straightedge begins with a durable, black phenolic laminate base. A transparent blade allows see-through registration, perfect for engineering and construction applications.

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.

The Blick Portable Tabletop Drafting Board with Parallel Rule offers the convenience of a studio work surface in a compact, portable unit. Made from 0.55" thick (14 mm) Melamine-laminated board, it has a variety of features, including a carrying handle and foldaway legs.

Graduated protractor head locks at any angle in 15° increments. Glides across straightedge. Brake simplifies parallel line drawing. Transparent plastic smoke-colored scale.

The Martin Universal Pro-Draft Deluxe has a smooth, melamine-composite drawing surface, a five-position tilting mechanism, an anti-warp aluminum parallel rule with large knobs for quick alignment and angle adjustment, plus a carry-handle.

Ideal for field work, these light-weight Parallel Edge Boards improve on traditional design. Exceptionally lightweight, they adjust for working at various angles and include a convenient carrying handle.

These portable parallel edge boards from Martin are lightweight yet stable. Roller bearing construction and proven parallelogram technology ensure accuracy of the aluminum straightedge, and side-mounted metal knobs hold it securely in place for stationary use or transport.