Drafting Table Accessories

Now that you have a new or used drafting table, you will need drafting table accessories. Here are some items which may come in handy to make your work area efficient.

For the architect, you may want to purchase the following accessories: compass and divider sets, mechanical pencils, leads, holders, and lead pointers, calculators, track drafting machines, and drafting and engineering kits. Whether you are a student or work full time as an engineer, artist, advertising layout artist, the kits are designed to meet your needs.

For example, a drawing and drafting kit may include such items as: a carrying case which holds pencil compass and divider, a drawing board, t-square, triangles, protractors, architect’s triangular scale, sandpaper pointer pad, pencil sharpener, erasers, drafting tape, and lettering pad. An architect’s kit may include: architectural scale, lettering guide pad, compass, divider, two triangles, protractor, lead holder, eraser, lead pointer, and lead.

In addition to these accessories, you will need an ergonomic chair so that you are comfortable as you work every day, especially long hours involving intricate detailed work.

Good lighting is essential for any type of work that is as detailed as those mentioned herein. While there are a variety of light fixtures which you can affix to your drafting table, there are a few which are for home and office environments. One is a light that is made of metal construction and has a durable mounting clamp that will fit up to 2-1/2" of thick surfaces. Also featured is an adjustable shade. Most use two 15W fluorescent bulbs along with a 3-prong grounded power cord. At an affordable price of $70.00, this will more than meet the lighting requirements needed to execute intricate and detailed designs.

Another interesting product is a lamp with a magnifier attached. It is fully adjustable and has a spring arm with a 45" reach. With its adjustable head lamp, its removable protective lens cover can also be utilized as a table lamp. This model also uses the energy-saving fluorescent bulbs. At $58.00, this is affordable, durable, and attractive as well.

Depending upon your occupation, there are a multitude of online sites devoted to different fields of endeavor in which drafting table accessories can be purchased. You may also want to compare and contrast prices by visiting your local office supply store and a few online sites to determine who offers the best deals.

Some online sites offer complete kits for the engineer, artist, and architect. As long as you have the basics, you can always add accessories as you need them. Prepare a list, and begin checking websites for the best price available. Drafting table accessories are not only affordable, but can be purchased as an all-inclusive package as well.