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DESK TOP DRAWING BOARDS

The Bertram Range of Portable Drawing Boards
There are three versions of the A3 Portable Board.

  • The Study is a budget priced board produced for secondary education and light office use
  • The Straightline is our most popular board for further education and commercial use.
  • The Hardy is the the Straightline with a number of extras which will appeal to the more demanding user.

    We list each of these boards with the option of a carry case.

    A3 Study

    A3 Straightline
    A3 Hardy
    14mm black edged board
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    X
    X
    Chrome carry handle / table prop
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    X
    X
    Anti-Slip Rubber Feet
    X
    X
    X
    Carry Case available
    X
    X
    X
    Surface mounted Cross Cord
    X
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    Blue perspex ruler
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    Underboard Cross cord
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    X
    X
    Reversible Parallel Motion
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    X
    X
    Engraved ruler markings
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    X
    X
    Clear Perspex ruler edges Aluminium center
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    X
    X
    Roller Cord Transit Wheels for smooth running
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    X
    X
    Left side ruler markings
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    X
    Parallel Ruler Horizontal travel lock
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    Finger Grip on Parallel Ruler
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    X
  • Bertram Straightline Drawing Board with Reversible Parallel Motion

    Bertram Straightline Drawing Board with Reversible Parallel Motion

    Bertram A2 Board with Straightline PMPulley Wheel with metal bearingSecure ruler bracket
    Covenient prop handle is easy to carryRear of drawing board showing prop handle and metal bearing pulleyShows ruler detaching from traveller so ruler may be reversed


    Ref: BERTRAMSTRAIGHT



    Compact laminate drawing board, 14mm thick available in three sizes, A3, A2 and A1.
    Chromed prop handle stands the board at the correct working angle and when folded forms a convenient carrying handle. Made in Italy by one of the oldest makers of scale rules you can be sure of complete satisfaction whether you buy this for work, study or pleasure.
    The parallel motion has reliable, adjustable, underboard cross cord system which can easily be replaced and runs on smooth brass bearings.
    Images used are generally of the A2 size which has exactly the same specification as the A1and A3 sizes
    The aluminium reversible parallel motion has perpex edges which are marked 1:1 ;1:2 in centimetres and the reverse edge has 1:5, 1:2.5 for scaled drawings. It takes 10 seconds to unscrew the ruler from the sliding carriage with the metal to metal fittings(see picture) and the same to refit.
    The edges of the rule are "captured" to ensure continuing stability.
    There are 2 rubber feet on the front edge to give a good grip to the working surface
    The ruler blade is similar to the scales we supply with top of the range drafting machines. The aluminium centre gives strength whilst the clear perspex ruler edges allow you to see your drawing. The markings are engraved on the underside so they will not rub off. The perspex inking edges are raised from the board so that your drawing ink will not smudge.

    A3: The board size is 530mm x 400mm x 14mm thick.(A3 paper size 420mm x 297mm). Weight 3.5Kg
    A2: The board size is 630mm x 480mm x 14mm thick (A2 paper size 594mm x 420mm). Weight 4Kg
    A1: The board size is 850mm x 600mm x 14mm thick (A1 paper size 841mm x 594mm). Weight 5.5Kg.

    This product can be shipped with other purchases up to 20Kg weight for 1 delivery cost via Parcelforce. Use the "Delivery" navigatation button for pricing to the UK and Europe.



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    Bertram Straightline Drawing Board with Parallel Motion with CARRY CASE

     Bertram Straightline Drawing Board with Parallel Motion with CARRY CASE

    Bertram Drawing Board with Carry CaseCarry CaseRear of Board shoing handle and pulleys


    Ref: BERTRAMSTRAIGHT+CASE


    The same specification as listed above but with a black Corex carrying case.
    Images used are generally of the A2 size which has exactly the same specification.

    A3: The board size is 530mm x 400mm x 14mm thick.(A3 paper size 420mm x 297mm). Weight 3.5Kg
    A2: The board size is 630mm x 480mm x 14mm thick (A2 paper size 594mm x 420mm). Weight 4Kg
    A1: The board size is 850mm x 600mm x 14mm thick (A1 paper size 841mm x 594mm). Weight 5.5Kg.

    This product can be shipped with other purchases up to 20Kg weight for 1 delivery cost via Parcelforce. Use the "Delivery" navigatation button for pricing to the UK and Europe.



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    1. PLANNER 4 piece Drawing Set 45º & 60º set square + 30cm ruler + protractor. Suitable for LEFT HANDED (Ref: 510059)
    Bertram HARDY Professional Portable Drawing Board

    Bertram HARDY Professional Portable Drawing Board

    Bertram Hardy Professional Portable Drawing BoardPulley Wheel with metal bearingSecure ruler bracket and locking screw
    Covenient prop handle is easy to carryShows ruler detaching from traveller so ruler may be reversedRear of drawing board showing prop handle and metal bearing pulley
    The finger grip allows the ruler to moved accurately  


    Ref: BERTRAMHARDY


    The HARDY drawing board is designed for the professional who needs all the facilities of a large format board. in a smaller size .

  • Chromed prop stands the board at the correct working angle and when folded forms a convenient carrying handle.
  • Reliable, adjustable, underboard cross cord system which can easily be replaced and runs on smooth running wheels.
  • Parallel Motion can be locked into position using locking knobs (2 one on either side).
  • Finger grip on ruler blade
  • Left side ruler in centimetres divided into millimetres
  • Made in Italy by one of the oldest makers of scale rules
  • The clear perpex edges which are marked 1:1, 1:2 in centimetres and the reverse edge has 1:5, 1:2.5 for scaled drawings. It takes 10 seconds to unscrew the ruler from the sliding carriage with the metal to metal fittings(see picture) and the same to refit.
    The edges of the rule are "captured" to ensure continuing stability.
    There are 2 rubber feet on the front edge to give a good grip to the working surface. The ruler blade is similar to the scales we supply with top of the range drafting machines. The aluminium centre gives strength whilst the clear perspex ruler edges allow you to see your drawing. The markings are engraved on the underside so they will not rub off. The perspex inking edges are raised from the board so that your drawing ink will not smudge.

    A3: The board size is 530mm x 400mm x 14mm thick.(A3 paper size 420mm x 297mm). Weight 3.5Kg
    A2: The board size is 630mm x 480mm x 14mm thick (A2 paper size 594mm x 420mm). Weight 4Kg
    A1: The board size is 850mm x 600mm x 14mm thick (A1 paper size 841mm x 594mm). Weight 5.5Kg.
    Angle of board when the prop is in use - 17 degrees
    This product can be shipped with other purchases up to 20Kg weight for 1 delivery cost via Parcelforce. Use the "Delivery" navigatation button for pricing to the UK and Europe.



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    A3 Bertram HARDY Professional Portable Drawing Board + CARRY CASE

    A3 Bertram HARDY Professional Portable Drawing Board + CARRY CASE


    Ref: BERTRAMHARDY+CASE


    The same specification as listed above but with a black Corex carrying case.
    Compact A3 size 530mm x 400mm laminate drawing board, 14mm thick
    Weight 3.5Kg
    This product can be shipped with other purchases up to 20Kg weight for 1 delivery cost via Parcelforce. Use the "Delivery" navigatation button for pricing to the UK and Europe.




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    RRP: ££103.00


    Your Price:£56.00 (Including VAT)

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    Bertram STUDY Drawing Board with Parallel Motion

    Bertram STUDY Drawing Board with Parallel Motion

    Study Drawing Board and parallel motionrear of studing drawing boarddetail of study ruler


    Ref: BERTRAMSTUDY


    A LOW PRICE board Compact A3 or A2 size laminate drawing board, 14mm thick. Chromed prop stands the board at the correct working angle and when folded forms a convenient carrying handle. The parallel motion has reliable, adjustable, underboard cross cord system which can easily be replaced and runs on smooth brass bearings.
    Images used are generally of the A2 size which has exactly the same specification.
    There are 2 rubber feet on the front edge to give a good grip to the working surface. Made in Italy by one of the oldest makers of scale rules you can be sure of complete satisfaction whether you buy this for work, study or pleasure.

    A3: The board size is 530mm x 400mm x 14mm thick.(A3 paper size 420mm x 297mm). Weight 3.5Kg
    A2: The board size is 630mm x 480mm x 14mm thick (A2 paper size 594mm x 420mm). Weight 4Kg

    This product can be shipped with other purchases up to 20Kg weight for 1 delivery cost via Parcelforce. Use the "Delivery" navigatation button for pricing to the UK and Europe.



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    Bertram Carry Case for Drawing Board - Black

    Bertram  Carry Case for Drawing Board - Black


    Ref: BERTRAMCASE


    Designed to fit the Bertram A3, A2 and A1 drawing boards and may not be suitable for use with other makes of drawing board

    A3 590 x 450 x 60mm
    A2 690 x 430 x 60mm
    A1 890 x 650 x 60mm
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    A3 Students Set:

    A3 Students Set:

    A3 Students SetSet of three instrumentsPair of drawing board clips
    Drawing BoardEngineered pulley systemCarry Handle
    Rear of drawing board  


    Ref: 925002


    This is set is ideal for the student drawing on A3 size paper. Everything you need including an A3 drawing Board complete with a professional quality parallel motion, 2 drawer board clips to hold your paper and a set of instruments. The table prop which inclines the board to the correct working angle also doubles as a carrying handle. You might consider a carry case to complete the set.
    The aluminium reversible parallel motion has perpex edges which are marked 1:1 ;1:2 in centimetres and the reverse edge has 1:5, 1:2.5 for scaled drawings. It takes 10 seconds to unscrew the ruler from the sliding carriage with the metal to metal fittings(see picture) and the same to refit.
    The edges of the rule are "captured" to ensure continuing stability.
    There are 2 rubber feet on the front edge to give a good grip to the working surface
    The ruler blade is similar to the scales we supply with top of the range drafting machines. The aluminium centre gives strength whilst the clear perspex ruler edges allow you to see your drawing. The markings are engraved on the underside so they will not rub off. The perspex inking edges are raised from the board so that your drawing ink will not smudge.

    530mm x 400mm x 14mm thick.
    Weight 3.5Kg

    This product can be shipped with other purchases up to 20Kg weight for 1 delivery cost via Parcelforce. Use the "Delivery" navigatation button for pricing to the UK and Europe.




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    RRP: £63.00


    Your Price:£58.00 (Including VAT)


    Carry case for Bertram A3



    A2 Bertram Bertram HARDY Professional Portable Drawing Board + CARRY CASE + INSTRUMENTS

    A2 Bertram Bertram HARDY Professional Portable Drawing Board + CARRY CASE + INSTRUMENTS


    Ref: 925013


    The same specification as listed above but with
  • Black Corex carrying case
  • Instrument Set consisting of 45 deg & 60 deg set squares, 360 deg protractor & 30cm ruler
  • Steel Compass
  • 4 drawing board clips
  • Compact A2 size 630mm x 480mm laminate drawing board, 14mm thick
    Weight 4Kg
    This product can be shipped with other purchases up to 20Kg weight for 1 delivery cost via Parcelforce. Use the "Delivery" navigatation button for pricing to the UK and Europe.




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    RRP: £142.00


    Your Price:£86.00 (Including VAT)



    A1 Bertram Workmaster

    A1 Bertram Workmaster

    The Bertram owrkmasterThe Ruler separated from the travellerDetail of cord pulley
    Detail of the "deck Chair" type of angle adjustment  


    Ref: 510010


    A combination of Bertram A1 Straightline and the Mini stand to provide an economical fully adjustable desktop drawing unit. The Straightline has the precision-made cross-cord acrylic straight edge, which eliminates the need for a T-square and includes an inking edge for clean, smudge-free results with pens, pencils and markers. Please note that the Bertram A1 case is not really suitable for carrying this board due to the thickness of the stand and board.
    Adjustable side brackets to accommodate various material thicknesses. The melamine faced board is 14mm thick with a black vinyl edge. See above - the Bertram A1 - for more details. The Workmaster is similar to the A1 Bertram Straightline but with the 7 position Mini drawing stand and without the carrying handle and 2 rubber feet.
    Weight 15.Kg
    The board size is 850mm x 600mm x 14mm thick

    This product can be shipped with other purchases up to 20Kg weight for 1 delivery cost via Parcelforce. Use the "Delivery" navigatation button for pricing to the UK and Europe.






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    RRP: £207.00


    Your Price:£120.00 (Including VAT)



    Surveyor A1 (draws A2 size) Desk Top Drawing Board, LM Drafting Machine

    Surveyor A1 (draws A2 size)  Desk Top Drawing Board,   LM Drafting Machine

    The Surveyor A2 Drawing Board, stand and drafting machineDetail of Drafting Machine Protractor HeadDetail of bench stand support - 7 positions


    Ref: 920400


    An A1 drawing board with very stable desk top stand variable to 7 positions and with the Neolt LM Drafting Machine. A superbly convenient professional work station for producing drawing up to A2 size (although the board is A1 size, the protractor head of the drafting machine has to have room to "park" effectively reducing the working area to A2 size).
    The LM Drafting Machine is a good quality, general purpose drafting machine designed for the smaller board. The LM has clamp fixing and anodised aluminium vertical and horizontal tracks. The 360° protractor head is easy to use with automatic stops every 15°, which can be circumvented to allow freewheeling of the head. There is a vertical lock and a lamp holder. 1 pair of scales is included.
    Board 1050 x 750 x 19mm thick.
    Weight 24Kg

    The board is supplied with the stand fitted. The LM has to be asembled using the clear instructions and all the necessary tools are supplied. Basically the top rail clamps to the top of the board.and the vertical rail is fitted to the travelling carriage. Assembly instructions can be downloaded from the LM drafting machine section of this site.
    This product cannot be shipped with other purchases. Shipped in two packs. Delivery via Parcelforce. Use the "Delivery" navigatation button for pricing to the UK and Europe.




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    RRP: £910.00


    Your Price:£699.00 (Including VAT)



    Mini A1 Board & Desktop stand

    Mini A1 Board & Desktop stand

    Mini A1 Drawing StandMini stand baseMini Stand Board
    Mini Stand DetailDetail of Prop and LockDetail of front fixing
    Rear of Mini Stand rear  


    Ref: 323020


    The Mini A1 is made by Italian manufacturer Neolt. Supplied with the Mini stand which has 7 adjustment positions up to approximately 70 degrees.
    The 19mm thick white drawing board has a distinctive pale grey protective edge lipping except when supplied with the AXIAL parallel motion when the board is 1000mm x 700 x 19mm thick to suit the size of the Axial. The Mini A1 can be purchased on its own or with a T square, Axial Parallel Motion or the LM drafting machine.
    The board Size is 1050mm x 750mm (41" x 25.5" approximately).
    Weight 15Kg

    This product can be shipped with other purchases up to 20Kg weight for 1 delivery cost via Parcelforce. Use the "Delivery" navigatation button for pricing to the UK and Europe.




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    RRP: £177.00


    Your Price:£135.99 (Including VAT)





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    Bertram Parallel Motion Kit for over 700mm wide board

    Bertram Parallel Motion Kit for over 700mm wide board


    Ref: 510907


    A simple inexpensive parallel motion which can be fitted to boards over 700mm wide. As it sits on top of the board the board does not have to be exactly 700mm wide. Please note that for clarity we have shown this ietm on a board. The board is not included.
    The parallel motion blade is supplied with cord and 4 eyelets. The ruler is made from aluminium with brass pulley wheels
    The markings are in centimetres subdivided into millimetres.

    This product ships via Parcelforce in 1 pack. Use the "Delivery" navigatation button for pricing to the UK and Europe.Because the rule is over 600mm long, we have to ship by Parcelforce


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    RRP: £28


    Your Price:£22.99 (Including VAT)





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    A0 Desk top drawing board with Parallel Motion

    A0 Desk top drawing board with Parallel Motion

    A0 Desk top drawing board7 position adjustment on standDetail of Axial Blade
    Axial Bottom FixingAxial full picture 


    Ref: 323022


    A full size A0 drawing board 1200mm x 850mm x 22mm* thick on our Mini adjustable table stand which has 7 secure angles. Supplied with the AXIAL parallel motion. Click here for more information on the Axial parallel motion. This A0 board it suitable for normal office use.
    Board size 1200 x 850 x 22mm (A0)
    Total weight 22Kg
    This product cannot be shipped with other purchases. Shipped in two packs. Delivery via Parcelforce. Use the "Delivery" navigatation button for pricing to the UK and Europe.




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    In stock
    RRP: £373.00


    Your Price:£331.04 (Including VAT)





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