The Westcott Magnifying Computer Printout Ruler, part number ACM 40711, is a specialized acrylic ruler designed for professionals who frequently work with printed text and data. This tool integrates a 15-inch imperial ruler with 1/32", 1/16", and 1/8" graduations on one edge, and a 38cm metric ruler with millimeter hash marks on the other. Its primary function is to assist with editing and formatting tasks by providing a magnifying bar to highlight text. Additionally, it features a character-counting scale marked in 1/10" increments for horizontal use and a line-counting scale with 1/6" increments and 1/12" hash marks for vertical use. This ruler is suitable for roles requiring precise measurement and detailed text analysis on physical documents, offering a practical solution for improving accuracy in data review and document preparation.
| General Information | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Acme United Corporation |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 40711 |
| Manufacturer Website Address | http://www.acmeunited.com |
| Brand Name | Westcott |
| Product Name | Magnifying Computer Printout Rulers |
| Packaged Quantity | 1 Each |
| Product Type | Ruler |
| Product Information | |
| Length | 15" |
| Width | 1" |
| Graduations | 1/16 |
| Measuring Edge | Double |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Color | Clear |
| Material | Acrylic |
| Weight (Approximate) | 0.64 oz |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Recycled | No |
| Assembly Required | No |
| Country of Origin | China |
The magnifying ruler is a great multipurpose tool for editing and formatting text and data. One outside edge is a 15" ruler marked with increments down to 1/32" , 1/16" and 1/8". The other is a 38cm ruler with millimeter hash marks. In between are a magnifying bar to highlight text, a character-counting scale to use horizontally across a page, and a line-counting scale to use vertically. The character-counting scale is marked in 1/10" increments. The line-counting scale is marked in 1/6" increments with 1/12" hash marks.