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Drafting pencil
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crayon de drafte, crayon technique
a mechanical or lead pencil with various lead thicknesses (e.g., 0.5mm, 0.7mm) for precise and consistent lines
What is a "drafting pencil"?
A drafting pencil is a tool designed for precise and fine-line drawing in technical work such as drafting, sketching, and illustration. It typically has a thin, hard lead that produces sharp, clean lines without smudging, making it ideal for detailed drawings. Drafting pencils are often mechanical, allowing for easy lead replacement and consistent line thickness. The lead is usually marked with hardness levels, ranging from H, which is hard, to 9H, which is very hard, with harder leads being used for finer lines. These pencils are essential for professionals like architects, engineers, and designers who require accuracy and detail in their work.
Example
He always carries a drafting pencil in his bag to make sure he's ready for any last-minute sketches.
The architect used a drafting pencil to carefully outline the building's floor plan.
She prefers a 2H drafting pencil because it creates fine, precise lines for her technical drawings.
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