Aluminum T-square ruler – parallel lines and regular markings
This T-square ruler allows for regular markings, drawing parallel lines, and preparing precise layouts before cutting, engraving, assembly, or shaping.
It is placed against the edge of a board, sheet, or workpiece to maintain constant alignment. Unlike a classic straight ruler, the T-head serves as a guide: the line remains parallel to the edge without having to re-measure each time.
The graduated perforations allow for inserting the tip of a pencil, mechanical pencil, technical pen, or scribe. The aluminum alloy provides a stable structure, suitable for repeated use on paper, leather, wood, cardboard, models, or binding materials.
INFORMATION
This ruler is designed for tasks where marking regularity is important: cut lines, margins, fold marks, drilling guides, parallel lines, or repeated distances on the same surface.
It can be used in bookbinding, leathercraft, technical drawing, model making, sculpting, woodworking, or any practice requiring clean markings before working on the material.
The two available sizes allow the tool to be adapted to the material: the short size is suitable for small pieces, notebooks, plates, labels, or details; the longer size facilitates tracing on wider surfaces.
FEATURES
Type: Perforated T-square ruler
Material: Aluminum alloy
Available sizes: 160 mm and 260 mm
Use: Parallel lines, marking, measurement transfer, regular markings, tracing before cutting or assembly
Applications: Leather, wood, paper, cardboard, technical drawing, bookbinding, model making, creative workshop
USE & CARE
Place the T-head against the edge of the material, then slide the ruler while maintaining consistent pressure. Insert the tip of the pencil or mechanical pencil into the chosen mark, then trace without excessive force to maintain a clean line.
For fine lines, prefer a mechanical pencil, a well-sharpened pencil, or a tracing point suitable for the material. A tool that is too thick reduces the precision of the perforations and can unnecessarily widen the marking.
After use, remove wood, leather, paper, or graphite dust. Store the ruler flat or in a pouch to avoid shocks to the edges and preserve the regularity of the guide.
COMPLEMENTARY TOOLS
For circular measurements, diameters, or spacing transfers, this ruler can be combined with the
measuring and tracing compass,
useful for checking proportion or reproducing a distance on several pieces.
To mark a series, number pieces, or create durable markings on leather, soft wood, or suitable metal, it can be supplemented by the
3 mm number punches.
For woodworking after tracing, it can accompany the
wood carving kit,
especially when the marks are used to prepare a relief, a cut, or a material reworking.
🤍 Ikane Workshop Tip
For a consistent line, first choose the distance, then keep the T-head firmly pressed against the edge of the material. The line should be guided by the ruler's support, not by hand pressure.
