Spring Divider 200mm 8in Marking Out Tool Pencil Compass

A spring divider is a straightforward marking out tool used for setting and transferring distances, scribing circles and stepping out equal spacing on a workpiece. This 8in / 200mm marking out calliper suits bench work where accurate layout matters before cutting, drilling or fitting.

Used across metalwork, woodwork and general repair jobs, a divider is handy when laying out hole positions, marking circular shapes or repeating the same measurement along an edge. It suits workshop use, garage jobs, fabrication, maintenance work and DIY repairs where a ruler alone can be awkward for repeated spacing or curved marking. When marking directly onto steel, aluminium, timber or similar materials, the pointed legs help give a clear reference line for the next stage of the job.

The 8in / 200mm size gives useful reach for everyday layout tasks without being too bulky for bench use or tool storage. As a pencil compass and divider style tool, it can be used for circle marking as well as transferring measurements from one point to another. For regular marking out, the simple format helps keep setup quick and avoids repeatedly re-measuring common spaces by hand. It is also easy to keep close to hand in a drawer, tool chest or workbench area for repeated use during fitting and fabrication work.

Spring divider specifications

• Size: 8in / 200mm divider for general marking out and spacing work.
• Function: Used for scribing circles, transferring measurements and stepping out equal divisions.
• Application: Suitable for metalwork, woodwork, bench fitting, repairs and layout tasks.
• Design: Pencil compass / spring divider style for manual marking and distance setting.
• Use: Handy for preparing work before drilling, cutting, shaping or assembly.

A practical choice for regular marking out, repair and workshop jobs.