The Alvin TOM Drafting Machine is a functional track-type drafting machine. It is mounted on a modern and compact drawing board and features a precision ball-bearing, vertical sliding track drafting system. The vertical sliding track is equipped with a locking brake lever that allows three different positions: locked position for non-moving drawing head, braking friction position to prevent the drawing head from slipping, and unlocked position for a free-moving drawing head.
This drafting machine is supplied with a 150-degree double-hinged drawing head that includes two Plexiglas scales, one set is in meters and the other is in full and half inch graduations. It offers a maximum work surface area of 19 ¼"L x 25 ½"W. Its adjustable stand provides versatility with its three angles of inclination including 0-degree, 30-degree, and 60-degree.
For additional functionality, the Alvin TOM Drafting Machine can be used along with CAD furniture set up. It also comes with a carrying case to protect this equipment and ensure convenient handling and total portability. It has overall dimensions of approximately 27 ½”L x 21 ½”W, this includes the two vertical sliding bars. The complete system weighs 20 pounds.