How To Sharp A Carpenter Pencil?


How To Sharp A Carpenter Pencil

Carpenter Pencil

It is a pencil of a specific shape that is either rectangular or elliptical cross-section. It is shaped so as to avoid slipping or flipping the pencil while using it. They possess a very large surface area comparable to regular pencils.

Uses Of Carpenter Pencils

  • Carpenter pencils are used for marking purposes. By marking I mean marking on solid concrete surfaces or stones.
  • Carpenter pencils can also be used as a gauge.
  • These can also be used for spacings, or marking regular intervals
  • It easy to be griped and hold while working.

Equipments Used In The Sharpening Process

You will need the following things for the sharpening process.

Procedure For Sharpening Carpenter Pencil

First, you need to wear gloves and put on safety glasses for protection. Your own safety should be the first priority while performing any action. Gather all the things you need. This will include a utility knife, sandpaper of 60 to 80 grit, another sandpaper of 220 to 350 grit, and the carpenter pencil you need to sharpen. In one hand, hold the utility knife in such a way that the sharp edge of the knife would point in the opposite direction than you. Peel off the excess wood around the edges carefully. keep peeling the wood off till you reach the lead tip of the pencil.

The second step is to use get rid of the wood that is still present around the lead. You will need to use sandpaper of 60 to 80 grit for this purpose. This step should be performed carefully because you would not want to lose excess of the wood. If you do that you might lessen the durability of the lead tip of the pencil. Now take the sandpaper of grit 220 to 325 and sharpen the lead to make a nice V-shaped edge. If the pencil dulls, you can repeat the last step with sandpaper 220 to 325 grit.

Angle To Maintained While Sharpening

You need to maintain an acute angle while sharpening your Carpenter pencil. A good angle should be definitely maintained.  An angle between 30 degrees to 45 degrees will be good for a carpenter pencil. If the angle is not maintained you might break the lead tip soon enough.  The angle at which the carpenter pencil is sharpened determines the strength and the durability of its edge. The angle also determines how sharp or fine its lead tip is going to be. The sharper the edge is going to be, the more easily it is going to mark on harder surfaces.

Method Of Use For Carpenter Pencil

Carpenter pencils are always used after sharpening. They can not be used with blunt ends this decreases the precision of the measurements. They are kept in boxes or pooches to prevent the breakage of graphite. They come in a variety of shapes and sizes to be used by carpenters. The carpenter pencils are easy to use and grip. They have flat ends to prevent it from rolling and increase the hold and grip of carpenters. Their sizes are according to their use and purpose. Some pencils are used for measurements while others are used for design purposes come in a wide range of lead sizes.

How To Learn Sharpening Carpenter Pencils

Learning the procedure of sharpening carpenter pencil can be done by following the instructions in the manual. It can also be done by watching tutorials and taking paid courses. Paid courses are available both online and in classrooms. Online courses are pocket-friendly and provide a wide variety of options including the section of the timing, tutor, and duration of the course taken. Otherwise carpenters and tutors and give you the tutorials at home or at learning schools. But it is necessary to use sharpen only after learning the procedure correctly otherwise it may result in injury and wounds.

Benefits Of Sharpening Carpenter Pencils

Sharpening the carpenter pencil is not only beneficial but also essential as it is required after every other day. Working with the sharp Carpenter pencil will enhance the fineness of the art and work. It will speed up the process. Sharpening Carpenter pencil saves not only money but also time. If a person does not learn to sharpen Carpenter pencil he will have to go to market whenever he is in need of a sharp pencil this is not only a time taking process but also not cost-friendly. One has to visit shops and markets multiple times before sharpening the Carpenter pencil hence it is recommended to learn the process of sharpening and then sharpening Carpenter pencil at home or workshop.

Precautions

While sharpening the Carpenter pencil one has to follow the precautions to save himself from injuries.

  •  Wear safety gloves.
  •  Keep out of the reach of children.
  • Plugin the wires properly.
  • Keep the machine in a stable environment.
  • Keep the machine below 35 degrees Celsius.
  • Sharpen after watching tutorials.
  • Follow the instructions properly.
  • Keep a safety box and emergency box near you.
  • Do not touch the blades.
  • Cover the blades after use.
  • Turn of the machine.
  • Keep the tools and the equipment neat, clean, and tidy.

Cost Value

All kinds of sharpeners are very cost-friendly. They do not need high maintenance. Their stones and blades are long-lasting. They do not consume much energy and are saving money. They save time and money on buying both the sharpeners and the carpenter pencils as well. sharpeners are easily available in the market and are economic. The speeds up the process and saves time on sharpening tools.

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