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Choosing the Right Writing Tool
Barrel size
Writing barrels come in a variety of shapes and sizes; from large ergonomic barrels that fit comfortably in your hand, to contoured grips that conform for ultra comfort and control.
| Lead Point Size | |
| Point | Use Description |
| 0.3 mm | Extra fine for small details |
| 0.5 mm | Fine line for accounting and general writing |
| 0.7 mm | Medium line for students and heavy-handed writers |
| 0.9 mm | Thick line for students and first-time users |
| Ball Point Size A typical pen with a nib will produce a thinner line. | |
| Ball Size | Line Width |
| 0.5 mm | 0.3 mm |
| 0.7 mm | 0.5 mm |
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| Highlighters Highlighters are filled with water-based ink and their chiselled tips allow for both broad and thin lines. | Markers Markers are available with chiselled tips which provide a wide and thin line while bullet tips give a consistent line with the same width throughout. | Gel Ink Pens Gel ink lubricates the ball and places a greater amount of ink on the page which results in smoother and brighter colours. | |
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| Rollerball Pens Rollerball pens are equipped with rollers that provide regular ink flow while allowing you to see the remaining ink level in the barrel. | Fine Tip Pens Fine tip pens are ideal for precision work as the ink is laid down in a smaller line width. | Fibre Tip Pens Fibre tipped pens have tips made of fine nylons and other synthetic fibres which allow the ink to be fed to the tip via a soft fibrous reservoir. | |
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| Ballpoint Pens Ballpoint pens can write on most surface types as they are made with oil-based ink which can resist extreme temperatures. | Mechanic Pencils Mechanical pencils key characteristics are that they can be filled as necessary and don't require any sharpening. |