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| [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Compass_%28drawing_tool%29 '''Compasses''']
| Used for drawing arcs and circles, these range from simple '''Pencil Compasses''' to the more precise instrument used in [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Technical_drawing '''Technical Drawing''']. As drawing instruments they can have [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Knuckle_joint_%28mechanical%29 '''Knuckle Joints'''] to ensure the pencil lead maintains an [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Angle#Types_of_angles '''Acute Angle'''] to the drawing surface. The leg hinge may be a '''Firm Joint''' with the compasses set and held in position by [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Friction '''Friction'''] or '''Springbow''' compasses have a spring clip holding the hinge together and use a fine screw for adjustment.
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| '''Beam Compasses'''
| Used for larger diameter circles
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| '''Trammels'''
| Similar to '''Beam Compasses''' but commonly associated with larger tools used for setting out constructional work rather than drawing.
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| '''Dividers'''
| Used to transfer measurements and similar in all respects to '''Compasses''' but with a [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stylus '''stylus'''] point on each leg.
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