Tactile Graphics Kit: Tactile Graphics Hammer
by American Printing House for the Blind
Last verified June 15, 2026 · classified May 23, 2026
What it is
Summary
AI-generated from vendor-published content · May 23, 2026
This is the replacement hammer tool from APH's Tactile Graphics Kit, used to emboss or punch raised dots and lines onto specialized paper or film to create tactile graphics by hand. It's designed for teachers of students with visual impairments (TVIs), braille literacy specialists, or educational staff who need to produce custom tactile diagrams, maps, or illustrations without a dedicated embosser. This is a single replacement component — not a standalone kit — and only makes sense as a purchase if you already own the APH Tactile Graphics Kit (catalog number 1-08851-00). The hammer is a low-tech, manual tool, so results depend heavily on technique and practice to produce consistent, readable raised-line images.
Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
- AT Act lending
- Out of pocket
- School district
What Setup Looks Like
- Out of the box
Insert into or use with the Tactile Graphics Kit stencils and backing materials as directed by the kit's original 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.
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Sources & fine print
Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from American Printing House for the Blind — view on vendor site; last verified June 15, 2026.
Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on May 23, 2026 · confidence: medium. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.