Chapter 2
Lines, Lettering, and Scales
This chapter contains information about lines, letters and scales in engineering drawing
After reading this chapter you will be able to
- use different types of lines
- choose the proper lettering for the text accompaying the drawing
- recognise what precautions should be taken while drawing
2.1 LINES
Engineering drawing uses various types of lines to describe different objects and different purposes. Every line in a drawing has a definite meaning. The thickness and darkness of a line are two different things. To monitor thickness of the line, the draughtsman will have to adjust the pressure applied on the ...
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