Tactile Graphics Kit: Areal Pattern, Number 2 Plate
by American Printing House for the Blind
Last verified June 27, 2026 · classified July 1, 2026
What it is
Summary
AI-generated from vendor-published content · July 1, 2026
This is a replacement plate for APH's Tactile Graphics Kit, specifically the Areal Pattern Number 2 design — a textured surface used to represent filled areas, regions, or shading in tactile graphics. It's used by educators and braille users to produce raised-line diagrams and maps where different textures distinguish one area from another (e.g., land vs. water on a map, or shaded regions on a math diagram). This is a spare or replacement component, not a standalone kit — you'll need the full Tactile Graphics Kit (catalog number 1-08851-00) for the frame and tools that make it functional. If you're ordering because a plate was lost or damaged, this is exactly the part you need, but it won't do anything on its own.
Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
- AT Act lending
- Out of pocket
- School district
What Setup Looks Like
- Out of the box
Insert the plate into the corresponding slot in the Tactile Graphics Kit frame — no additional tools required.
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 27, 2026.
Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on July 1, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.