A black rectangular clipboard with a metal clip, shown with blue geometry tools alongside.

Geometric Set in Braille

by Independent Living Aids

$43.76

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Setup with instructions The basic tools work immediately out of the box for anyone familiar with geometry instruments, but the spur wheel technique for tactile drawing is not intuitive and benefits from a short introduction from a TVI or educator — making guided setup the right tier. No professional assessment or configuration is required.

Last verified September 20, 2026 · classified April 26, 2026

What it is

Summary

AI-generated from vendor-published content · April 26, 2026

This is a complete set of geometry tools — ruler, compass, protractor, triangles, and a spur wheel — where every measurement marking is rendered in raised tactile form so they can be read by touch rather than sight. It's designed for blind or low-vision students working through geometry, drafting, or basic engineering coursework who need the same measuring and drawing tools sighted students use but in an accessible format. The kit is self-contained and includes a rubber mat board that holds paper in place while the student works. One honest heads-up: the spur wheel traces lines on the rubber mat by puncturing paper, which is a specific tactile drawing technique — students unfamiliar with this method may need a brief introduction from a teacher or vision specialist.

Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
Age range
ComplexitySetup with instructions
Price$43.76
Funding
  • AT Act lending
  • Out of pocket
  • School district
VerifiedSeptember 20, 2026
ClassifiedApril 26, 2026 · confidence: high

What Setup Looks Like

  • Out of the box
    1. Open the kit and place paper on the rubber mat board — the mat holds paper in place for tactile drawing.
    2. Use tools directly: the ruler, protractor, and triangles have raised Braille markings readable by touch immediately.
  • With professional help
    1. A Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI) can introduce the spur wheel technique for tactile line-drawing, which is non-obvious for first-time users.
    2. Expect one short session (30–60 minutes) to orient a student to the full workflow. See manufacturer support resources for detailed instructions.

Getting it

Try Before You Buy

Devices like this are often available to borrow through your state's AT Act program — typically free or low-cost — so you can try it before buying or pursuing funding.

Where to Get It

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$43.76

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Sources & fine print

Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from Independent Living Aidsview on vendor site; last verified September 20, 2026.

Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on April 26, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.