Profileflamecutting.jpg (JPEG Image, 799x476 pixels) Picture095.jpg (JPEG Image, 800x600 pixels) Pantograph 2X.gif - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Mr. science - make a pantograph. What is a pantograph?
This is a handy instrument for copying line drawings or other pictures, and enlarging or reducing them in the process. Here we'll make one that enlarges the original by 2. What you need: Now build your pantograph: Peter’s Articles: How to Build a Pantograph. A Pantograph is a drawing aid that simplifies the enlarged copying of pictures or figures.
It makes a great educational toy for families with children, or for people who are into craft activities like patchwork, woodworking, modelling, etc. Below, my Dad describes the design he built. It enables magnifications of 2, 3, 4 and 5 to be obtained by simply relocating two screws, cost just $6 in materials and took just a couple of hours to make. The major components were made quite easily from aluminium bar using nothing more than a hacksaw and drill, and a file to smooth off any burrs. The four key pieces (the arms) are held together by a few round headed screws and a variety of nuts.