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Acurit
Acurit 24 x 36 Drawing Board with Parallel Bar
A 24 x 36 inch drafting board with a parallel motion bar, a transparent ruler with an inking edge and seven angles up to 45 degrees. The 17 mm melamine surface resists scratches.
Best for: Architectural drawing, technical illustration and lettering with straight parallel lines
- Size
- 24 x 36 in
- Angles
- 7, up to 45 degrees
- Surface
- 17 mm melamine
- Extras
- Parallel bar, ruler
What we like
- Parallel bar for accurate horizontal lines
- 7 angles up to 45 degrees
- Ruler with inking edge
Keep in mind
- Large to store
- More than casual sketchers need
Key features
From the manufacturer's Amazon listing.
- PRECISE PARALLEL-LINE CONTROL: This drafting board's fitted straight-edge motion bar draws accurate horizontal lines, keeping layouts perfectly aligned. Convenient dials with a network of crossed wires and pulleys make every...
- ANGLE CONTROL FOR COMFORTABLE POSTURE: An adjustable frame offers 7 drawing angles up to 45° to suit seated or tabletop setups. Rubber feet and a durable handle assist with steady placement and easy transport between workspaces
- SMOOTH, DURABLE 17MM WORK SURFACE: A laminated nonporous melamine board supports clean strokes and easy cleanup. Both sides resist scratches, dents, or damage, helping the surface maintain a consistent and reliable feel over time
- BUILT-IN RULER FOR PRECISE MEASUREMENT: A transparent ruler with inch markings and an inking edge keeps spacing accurate and marks legible alongside the straightedge. The inking edge shields fresh marks from smudging as the bar...
- VERSATILE FOR ANY DRAFTING PROJECT: Designed for artists, architects, engineers, and designers, it suits drawing, sketching, drafting, and painting. A compact portable format supports work in shared or small spaces
Frequently asked questions about the Acurit 24 x 36 Drawing Board with Parallel Bar
- What is a parallel motion bar?
- A straightedge that slides up and down on wires and stays level, so every horizontal line is parallel.
- Can I use it on a regular desk?
- Yes. It sits on a tabletop with rubber feet.
- Is it good for ink?
- Yes. The ruler's inking edge keeps it off wet lines.
