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Alvin, Aluminum Graduated T Square, 12 Inches

Alvin, Aluminum Graduated T Square, 12 Inches

Alvin, Aluminum Graduated T Square, 12 Inches
$ 11.75

Score By Feature

Based on 1,542 ratings
Easy to read
9.28
Accuracy
8.89
Light weight
8.38
Sturdiness
8.29
Value for money
8.08
Durability
8.13

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Product Description

Since our founding in 1953, Alvin has been a professional's first choice for drafting tools and drawing supplies. Our customers have relied on us for quality, value, and service since 1950.
SHAFT MATERIAL - Made with Grade A aluminum and 1 inch in diameter, the blade is made from grade A material.
LONGEVITY AND ACCURATE MEASUREMENT - Your measurements will be precise, and this instrument will last for years.
This head molding bears a 16th white trim on the head molding, so people who use it will be able to clearly see the numbers.

Questions & Answers

There is no hope for me. According to the description, abs stands for I think it's high-quality Has an impact molded ABS head been developed? Plastic is so cheap that I am so sick of it. ?

The long answer to this question is as follows low-cost engineering plastic that can be easily machined and fabricated. If strength, durability, and stiffness are important in structural components, ABS is the ideal material to use. A wide range of applications for this machine include machining pre-production parts This material is an excellent choice for prototyping, since it is easy to paint and glue, and has excellent dimensional stability. It is a resin made of styrene. The plastic is tough and I've dropped it several times without any issues. When I bought it, I was concerned about the plastic but it really stands up.

the square sit flat on the table or does it sit with a lip on the blue part of the T so that it must hang ?

It does not sit flush against the edge of the work surface, and the top hangs over it

How long does it take for the numbers to vanish?

In other words, the numbers will fade with time.

Do you have to hold on to it while drawing or is it easy to move around when you are drawing?

Plastic is used for the top whereas thin aluminum is used for the ruler. If you want to keep it from moving, you will need to hold it in place with one hand. It's likely that I'll have to replace it sooner than I'd like since the plastic is breaking and the ruler is bent.

Selected User Reviews For Alvin, Aluminum Graduated T Square, 12 Inches

Carpentry work is possible with this skill set
3/5

Square is not the same as round. To make sure the end meets the head, verify and adjust as necessary. Continually measuring this object reveals that it is not square. The length of the stripe is 5mm longer than its width. I received one that had a bow deflection of , so I cannot even use it as a straight edge. This product measures 23mm

I can assume it can be used by anyone, aren't they Measurements of science based on guesses.

Paris Lawrence
Paris Lawrence
| Jun 20, 2021
The head is made of flimsy plastic
3/5

There's a bigger problem at hand, though.

Araceli Ibarra
Araceli Ibarra
| Aug 31, 2020
The program works well
4/5

However, I have received damaged items several times. The following is a translation of this text A great deal of success has been achieved by square. With my other rulers, I could not reach straight lines. So I bought this ruler. There were a few lines carved into it, almost as if someone had taken a knife to it. Even though the raised/scraped out bits of plastic had been removed, they were still attached to the ruler and scratched my hand (and now almost certainly would scratch the art paper I was using this A scratch and a dent were also present in the blue head of the second one! In order to get the job done, I was not able to do a third exchange. Since the damage was slight, I decided to make do with what I had. In order to avoid nicking myself or my art paper, I shaved down the raised plastic part with a coarser emory board to prevent it from sticking out.

Vicente FRASER
Vicente FRASER
| Oct 24, 2020
This is an excellent Using this tool for painting on canvas is a great idea
5/5

My use of a regular ruler made it difficult to paint a straight horizon. Thanks to this tool, I can mark my horizon exactly where I want it to be, and it is perfectly straight as well. The paint can also be used on canvasses and water color papers. You won't regret using this.

Jolene Bradley
Jolene Bradley
| Jan 18, 2021
It would be in your best interest to spend your money on something more worthwhile
3/5

A metal straight edge for the price is a good enough ruler. If you want precision, look for something better, but if you just want a metal straight edge, this is fine. After I got it, I realized that the ruler is only in inches, I guess it's just what I've become used to. I didn't think to check before buying because most rulers have cm measurements as well.

Damon Lucas
Damon Lucas
| Feb 25, 2021
Definitely the best item I have ever bought, I wish I had bought it Despite the fact that it is lightweight, well built, and well priced, this item is well worth considering
5/5

This section contains instructions on how to use the Ruler section 36 inches is the perfect size for this square. I have used T-squares in place of the squares. I have used this square about 20 times since I purchased it, and the 36 inches is just long enough, but not too long as well. Measurements along the Ruler are very large and easy to see. Both sides of the Ruler have either Imperial or Inches written on them. This T has a top section of about 8 inches and a side section of 3 inches on either side of the T.

I didn't want the METRIC system on one side.

Raquel Barber
Raquel Barber
| Nov 05, 2020
Top and bottom portions of the horizontal ruler are connected
3/5

The purpose of this ruler was to be used for paper crafts and creating albums and books. The vertical piece was made of metal, which I liked. This T-shirt is well made and sturdy There may be an exception to the rule and it may be the perfect solution.

Anna Miles
Anna Miles
| Sep 27, 2020
Several years ago, I had a really nice t square with a stainless ruler and an aluminum backing
3/5

My tee is certainly flimsy, but at least I have a square one. Should I decide to drop the project, things could change. A stainless ruler and an aluminum head were part of my old t square, which I used to own really well. The thing I had wasn't even apparent to me!.

Elsa Singh
Elsa Singh
| Feb 25, 2021

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