Parallel rulers 400 mm – code: 26.142.71 – Osculati

Parallel rulers 400 mm Osculati (code 26.142.71)

The parallel rulers 400 mm Osculati are a charting accessory designed for those who want a practical and detailed tool during tracing and reading activities on nautical charts. Made of transparent plexiglass, offer good visibility of the underlying support and a precision-oriented setup, useful on the bridge, at the chart table, or in educational settings.

This model is described as of excellent finish and high precision, features appreciated when working on routes, alignments, and direction transfers. The length 400 mm makes it suitable for common use on charts and work surfaces, maintaining a manageable size even in tight spaces.

Features and construction details

The choice of material and the tool's configuration are aimed at typical chartwork use, where readability and stability during marking are important.

Material: transparent plexiglass

• Transparent plexiglass to clearly see the chart or underlying support during alignment.
• Surface designed for practical use in onboard environments and dedicated workstations.

Finish and precision

• Model indicated as of excellent finish, with attention to perceived quality and product care.
• Designed to high precision in marking and transferring parallel lines.

Size

• Length 400 mm, suitable for many chartwork and technical drawing needs on paper supports.

Product identification

• Supplier: Osculati S.r.l.
• Supplier product code: 26.142.71
• SKU: OSCU000001234

Typical applications (nautical and beyond)

Parallel rulers are a classic tool for traditional chartwork and for all activities where it is useful to reproduce directions and lines while maintaining parallelism. This Osculati model is part of the onboard equipment as a functional accessory but can also be used in training or technical contexts.

Nautical charting

• Marking lines and alignments on nautical charts.
• Support in planning and annotation operations, when preferring to work on paper.

Teaching and training

• Use in courses and learning activities related to navigation and chartwork.
• Useful tool for exercises requiring precision and repeatability of the gesture.

Technical use on work surfaces

• Use on tables and work surfaces for marking and checking parallelism easily.

Advantages in use

Without replacing the operator's skills, a well-made tool can make work at the chart table more orderly and smooth. Transparent plexiglass parallel rulers help maintain visual control and reduce uncertainties during alignment.

• Visibility of the support: Transparency facilitates positioning and reading of references and details on the chart.
• Practical size: The 400 mm length is suitable for many common operations without being cumbersome.
• Careful finish: A well-finished product is more pleasant to handle and to integrate into the onboard equipment.
• Precision-oriented approach: Suitable for those looking for a reliable tool to draw parallel lines continuously.

Usage and operational notes

To achieve clean and repeatable results, it is advisable to work on a stable surface and keep the chart firmly in place. The transparency of the plexiglass helps to check references, but the quality of the result also depends on proper setup and care in tracing.

Practical advice

• Before drawing, check alignment with the references on the chart.
• Use a pencil or a writing tool suitable for the medium, avoiding excessive pressure.
• Store the tool in a way that reduces the risk of scratches or bumps, especially in an onboard environment.

Maintenance note

For cleaning, it is preferable to use gentle methods compatible with transparent surfaces, so as to preserve the readability and appearance of the plexiglass over time.

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

What material are the Osculati 26.142.71 parallel rulers made of?

They are made of transparent plexiglass, to keep the chart or underlying support visible during alignment.

What is the length of these parallel rulers?

The length is 400 mm.

For which activities are they indicated?

They are indicated as a charting accessory for tracing and alignments on nautical charts and, more generally, on paper work supports.

Is this model designed for precise use?

Yes, the product is described as having excellent finish and high precision, useful features in tracing operations.

What is the supplier product code?

The supplier product code is 26.142.71 (Osculati S.r.l.).