What does a scribe do in metal work?

A scriber is a hand tool used in metal work to mark lines on workpieces, prior to machining. The process of using a scriber is called scribing and is just part of the process of marking out.

What is a carbide tip pen?

This pen is lightweight, portable and durable. Features an ultra-durable Carbide Tip Glass Breaker, which can be used to break glass in any emergency. Diamond Thread Design at the handle, which provides excellent grip, anti-skid features and durability to fray wires. Compatible with Standard Refills.

How do you use a scribing block?

A scribing block is used to mark lines on a work piece which is against an angle block. The scribing block can be adjusted with a high degree of accuracy and is set from a steel rule. The material is marked by sliding the scribing block so that the scriber makes light contact with the surface of the material.

What is a steel scriber used for?

A scriber is made of hardened steel with a finely ground point and can be single or double ended. A scriber should be used to mark lines on the metal surface by running it against a steel rule, an engineers square or a metal template. Scribers should be kept sharp by careful grinding.

What is in tungsten carbide?

Tungsten carbide (chemical formula: WC) is a chemical compound (specifically, a carbide) containing equal parts of tungsten and carbon atoms.

What is a steel scribe?

A scriber or engineers scribe tool is a type of hand tool used to mark or scriber various materials such as wood, steel, metal and plastic prior to being machined.

What are scribe pins used for?

Mark lines on jewelry pieces with Stainless Steel Scribe Pins! These pins offer long metal shapes with curved eyes and pointed edges on the ends with protective caps. Transform them with beaded toppers and embellishments, and stow them away in your jewelry box!