What are the characteristics and uses of a marker pen?

Marking pens, also known as markers, are commonly used stationery that can be used to mark various materials. According to the type of ink, they are divided into two categories: oil-based and water-based, each with its own characteristics and uses.

Overall core characteristics

The general characteristics of the marker pen as a whole are: the pen head is made of synthetic fibers such as polyester and nylon, and supports writing on surfaces of various materials such as paper, wood, metal, plastic, ceramics, etc; Most products use environmentally friendly low volatility pigment ink, and some high-end models are equipped with replaceable ink bags that can be reused and have even ink output; Meets the national standard for pen case safety that reduces the risk of suffocation.

Characteristics and uses of different types

1. Oil marker pen

Core features: The ink is oil-based and has the characteristics of permanent adhesion, non fading, water and light resistance. It has extremely strong adhesion and is difficult to erase even with alcohol. The handwriting is durable and stable, suitable for long-term storage and marking; Most products support multiple pen tip specifications, and some industrial models can also withstand high temperatures.

Main purpose:

Industrial field: component labeling for industries such as semiconductors, automotive manufacturing, and aerospace, sample labeling for laboratory test tubes, cryovials, and other experimental vessels;

Daily office work: document classification labeling, express delivery information masking, metal/plastic accessory numbering labeling;

Life scenario: Fruit and vegetable production date labeling, eyeglass case prescription labeling, etc., will not smudge when exposed to water.

2. Water based marker pen

Core features: Ink is water-based, easy to erase, can be repeatedly written, with refreshing colors and no pungent odor, and higher safety.

Main use: The most commonly used whiteboard for office and teaching scenarios, the handwriting can be easily wiped clean with a dry cloth, and it is suitable for repeated use on public whiteboards.

3. Fluorescent marker pen

Core features: Ink contains fluorescent materials, with bright and eye-catching colors that do not cover the original text.

Main purpose: It is commonly used for students to annotate key content of books during learning and office reading, making it convenient to quickly locate key information.

4. Color marker pen (marker pen)

Core features: Pigments are easily volatile and have rich colors. They are divided into three categories: alcoholic, oil-based, and water-based. Most of them are designed with two heads (one thin and one thick), which can draw lines of different thicknesses.

Main purpose: Quick drawing in art creation, commonly used in architectural design, interior design, fashion design, anime hand drawn scenes, etc., to quickly express design concepts in one go.