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Design/Drafting Question - MsNomer - 05-01-2016
I have an irregular border with inside and outside curves with 1" to 3" radii. I need to draw a parallel line 1" inside this border. Compass only works if it is exactly perpendicular to the edge, which I am unable to do reliably. There must be a way that I'm missing.
Re: Design/Drafting Question - Phil S. - 05-01-2016
Seems like you could make a 1" radius disk with a small hole in the center for a pencil and use it to draw your line, rolling it along the edge of your template.
Re: Design/Drafting Question - MsNomer - 05-01-2016
Done that quick.
Cut a hole with a 2 1/8" hole saw and use the core. Pencil fits nicely in the bit hole. Thanks!
Re: Design/Drafting Question - Steve N - 05-01-2016
They even make a tool that does the same thing
Home made type is cheaper, just as accurate, and you can size the circles to the job.