About Marking Tools
Marking tools are used to create reference lines or points on a workpiece before cutting or shaping. They ensure accuracy and precision in layout work. Common tools include scribers, markers, punches, and chalk lines.
Chalk Line Reel
A Chalk Line Reel is a marking tool used to create long, straight lines on surfaces such as wood, walls, and floors. It consists of a string coated with chalk powder, which is stretched and snapped against the surface to leave a clear straight line. This tool is widely used in carpentry, construction, and layout work.
Scriber
Prick Punch
A Prick Punch is a hand marking tool used to make small, fine indentations on metal surfaces for accurate layout work. It has a sharp pointed tip with a smaller angle (usually around 30°) compared to a center punch, allowing precise marking of layout lines and reference points. This tool is commonly used in fitting and metalworking.
Divider
A Divider is a hand marking tool used for measuring distances, transferring measurements, and scribing arcs or circles on a workpiece. It consists of two pointed legs joined at a pivot, allowing adjustment to the required distance. Dividers are widely used in fitting, layout, and workshop marking operations.
Dot Punch
A Dot Punch is a hand tool used for marking small indentations on metal surfaces, typically to locate layout points or guide further machining operations. It has a sharper point compared to a center punch, allowing finer and more precise marking. This tool is widely used in fitting and metalworking for layout work.