--- product_id: 74020615 title: "PP-18" brand: "pacific arc" price: "COP 184865" currency: COP in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Pacific Arc" url: https://www.desertcart.co/products/74020615-pp-18 store_origin: CO region: Colombia --- # 18-inch precision etched graduation marks multi-purpose functionality PP-18 **Brand:** pacific arc **Price:** COP 184865 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 📐 Measure Up to Perfection! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** PP-18 by pacific arc - **How much does it cost?** COP 184865 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co](https://www.desertcart.co/products/74020615-pp-18) ## Best For - pacific arc enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted pacific arc brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Built to Last:** Etched markings guarantee longevity, making this ruler a staple in your toolkit. - • **The Ideal Gift:** Perfect for editors and printers, this ruler is a thoughtful addition to any creative workspace. - • **Hooked Top Edge:** Eliminate guesswork with a design that ensures accurate starting points every time. - • **Four Tools in One:** Seamlessly switch between pica, points, agate, and inches for all your drafting needs. - • **Precision Meets Versatility:** Crafted from durable stainless steel, this ruler is your go-to for flawless measurements. ## Overview The Pacific Arc 18 inch Pica Pole Metal Ruler is a premium drafting tool made from stainless steel, featuring etched graduation marks for durability. It combines four measurement systems—pica, points, agate, and inches—into one versatile ruler, complete with a hooked top edge for precise starting points. Ideal for professionals in editing and printing, this ruler is both functional and a thoughtful gift. ## Description Product description Pica Pole Create precise measurements in four different scales with Pacific Arc's pica pole. Also called a line gauge, pica stick, or agate ruler, these rulers are fundamentally used to hand measure spacing in prints, designs, mock-ups, and proofs. The sturdy stainless steel is etched with graduation measurements to prevent fading and ensure longevity. Available in 12 inches, 18 inches, or 24 inches. Engraved Scale Graduations Etched measurements ensure long-lasting life and clear visible marks. Printer's Choice The pica scale will give you precise points for all your work. Professional Grade No matter the project, Pacific Arc’s pica pole is perfect for professional daily use. Review: Nice pica pole - Pica poles are pretty old school now, but as a former journalist I won’t live without one. If any other profession uses (used) them other than people involved in producing printed media, I have no idea what it could be… I bought this new one because I managed to misplace the pica pole I’ve had for at least 30 years around my home somewhere. Looking for it and not finding it in its “spot” causes me a bit of distress that other measuring tools do not. I tore through the house and couldn’t find it. So I went online and bought this one. It’s a nice one. Although I think it’s unlikely that people shopping for a metal ruler would end up on this page…let me say that pica poles are a fantastic and solid measuring tool. Most metal rulers I’ve run across bend if it’s held up by one end. These don’t. If all you need is to measure in inches or if you want a solid straight edge, this is a great tool. There’s a reason that journalists, typesetters and layout designers insist on keeping a pica pole in their homes long after their careers are over. As a group, we’ve been choosing pica poles over metal rulers for many decades - even when metal rulers are so much cheaper. Review: Keep it hidden when you're not using it - This is a specialty tool used in graphics arts and publishing, so it has the appropriate scales for inches, agate, picas, and points. It's made of steel and will last forever. I had my previous one for decades, and in a moment of carelessness, left it on my desk at home. Either one of the grandchildren or the lady we hire to clean the house got it. So, hide it when you're not using it. (There was some ink smeared on the points scale that you'll see in the picture, which I couldn't entirely remove, so somebody at the factory was careless.) ## Features - PREMIUM DRAFTING RULER - Create beautiful, precise prints with this sturdy metal straight edge. The ruler metal is stainless steel and is etched with graduation marks for longevity. The markings are large for ease of use. - MULTI-PURPOSE 18 INCH RULER - This pica ruler combines four drafting tools in one with pica, points, agate, and inch measurements. Must have small metal ruler for printers to measure type and designs. - HOOKED TOP FEATURE - Your measurements will never be off again with this pica ruler's hooked top edge. It takes the guesswork off of your mind by precisely marking the starting point for your designs. - THE PERFECT GIFT - This agate ruler is perfect for the editor or printer in your life who appreciates classic hand measurement. Get them a unique, thoughtful gift they will appreciate. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B07488M5W4 | | Best Sellers Rank | #57,165 in Office Products ( See Top 100 in Office Products ) #171 in Drafting Tools & Drafting Kits | | Brand | Pacific Arc | | Brand Name | Pacific Arc | | Color | Multicolor | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 327 Reviews | | Graduation Range | 1/16 Inches | | Item Dimensions L x W | 1"L x 1"W | | Item Weight | 1.6 ounces | | Manufacturer | Pacific Arc | | Material | Stainless Steel | | Material Type | Stainless Steel | | Model | 18 Inch | | Part Number | PP-18 | | Product Dimensions | 1"L x 1"W | | Style | classic | | Style Name | classic | | UPC | 038236018421 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | ## Product Details - **Material:** Stainless Steel - **Brand:** Pacific Arc - **Color:** Chrome - **Style:** classic - **Graduation Range:** 1/16 Inches ## Images ![PP-18 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61INEBwwycL.jpg) ![PP-18 - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61SQxoMprRL.jpg) ![PP-18 - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71QfexmHSEL.jpg) ![PP-18 - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/718AVX3fAoL.jpg) ![PP-18 - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81rgVAyqoPL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Model** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: What kind of scale is "agate"?** A: THE AGATE LINE SCALE This unit of measure is normally known by the terms Agate or Agates. This is a unit of measure that was historically used to measure the depth (number of lines) of advertising columns in newspapers. There are 14 Agate lines in an inch. Been in printing for 43 years and never used it. You owe me a beer. :) **Q: How wide is the actual ruler itself? Not at the widest point.** A: It is about 5 and 1/4 picas wide or 7/8th inch wide. **Q: Is there a hole in the top of it so it can be hung on a hook?** A: Yes! **Q: is this 18" or 12" like the picture?** A: The picture is of a 12" ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nice pica pole *by Y***. on November 14, 2023* Pica poles are pretty old school now, but as a former journalist I won’t live without one. If any other profession uses (used) them other than people involved in producing printed media, I have no idea what it could be… I bought this new one because I managed to misplace the pica pole I’ve had for at least 30 years around my home somewhere. Looking for it and not finding it in its “spot” causes me a bit of distress that other measuring tools do not. I tore through the house and couldn’t find it. So I went online and bought this one. It’s a nice one. Although I think it’s unlikely that people shopping for a metal ruler would end up on this page…let me say that pica poles are a fantastic and solid measuring tool. Most metal rulers I’ve run across bend if it’s held up by one end. These don’t. If all you need is to measure in inches or if you want a solid straight edge, this is a great tool. There’s a reason that journalists, typesetters and layout designers insist on keeping a pica pole in their homes long after their careers are over. As a group, we’ve been choosing pica poles over metal rulers for many decades - even when metal rulers are so much cheaper. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Keep it hidden when you're not using it *by M***R on August 4, 2025* This is a specialty tool used in graphics arts and publishing, so it has the appropriate scales for inches, agate, picas, and points. It's made of steel and will last forever. I had my previous one for decades, and in a moment of carelessness, left it on my desk at home. Either one of the grandchildren or the lady we hire to clean the house got it. So, hide it when you're not using it. (There was some ink smeared on the points scale that you'll see in the picture, which I couldn't entirely remove, so somebody at the factory was careless.) ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Classic *by D***X on May 14, 2026* Solid steel and very clearly marked numbers and increments. About as perfect as it gets. ## Frequently Bought Together - Pacific Arc 18 inch Pica Pole Metal Ruler, with Pica, Points, Inches, and Agate Measurements, Stainless Steel Ruler for Drafting - Westcott GA-96 Computer Point & Pica Ruler, Transparent Graphic Arts Ruler, 12 Inch - VENCINK Genuine Bone Folder Scoring Folding Creasing Origami Paper Creaser Crafting Tool for DIY Handmade Leather Burnishing, Bookbinding, Scrapbooking, Paper Cards Crafts (100% Cattle Bone) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co/products/74020615-pp-18](https://www.desertcart.co/products/74020615-pp-18) --- *Product available on Desertcart Colombia* *Store origin: CO* *Last updated: 2026-06-06*