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Subject: Reviving Dried Ink Pens?

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claudiamah
Posts:86
03/28/2007 1:34 PM Alert 
Can archival black ink pens be revived if almost dry? Six months ago, I purchased a half a dozen, each, of Millennium and Micron permanent ink pens - sizes 01-005. I put them in a desk drawer. When I finally went to use them this month, four of each were too dry to use. Can these new pens be revived? Is there a recommended method to store them after purchasing?
Lung Tom
Posts:189
03/31/2007 9:34 AM Alert 

Go to the store where you bought the pens or any good store that specializes in drafting or engineering supplies.  They sell special washing jars with a tray inside and handle that comes out through the center of the cover.  You can also buy cleaner to put in the jar there.  OR, you can go to the grocery store and buy detergent ammonia.  Mix the detergent/ammonia with water in the cleaning jar let them soak awhile and work the plunger handle up and down.  When clean wash in clean water and dry.  Some people just leave the tips on the tray until ready to use. 

Lung Tom
Lung Tom
Posts:189
03/31/2007 9:39 AM Alert 

Sorry, I was referring to cleaning rapidograph pens.
Lung Tom
claudiamah
Posts:86
04/16/2007 1:42 PM Alert 
I am happy to provide and answer to my own question, thanks to the Sakura Corporation, who manufactures my Micro pens. I’ve been able to revive one pen, and will be returning the others for replacement. I am pleased with the advice and service I’ve received from Sakura, and will be buying their products in the future. Claudia “We received your note regarding our Micron pens.  The smaller point sizes have very delicate nibs to allow for the extra fine line. They need to be used with a very light touch and are best held at a 45 degree angle. Very little pressure is required to get the ink flow. You may notice that your nib is bent or crushed which will explain their performance. The 005 is for very detailed work and is one of our best sellers.  ...We received your note regarding our Micron pens.  The smaller point sizes have very delicate nibs to allow for the extra fine line. They need to be used with a very light touch and are best held at a 45 degree angle. Very little pressure is required to get the ink flow. You may notice that your nib is bent or crushed which will explain their performance. The 005 is for very detailed work and is one of our best sellers.  Most complaints we receive about Microns concern bent tips. Like technical pens, Microns are meant to be written with at a 90 degree angle. Also like technical pens, people don’t need to apply as much pressure to Microns for receiving a “healthy’ ink flow. Shaking or dropping the Micron will cause the ink to flood around the ink wick and flood the cap. If you apply these practices, you will receive far more satisfaction using the Micron pen. If you would like to continue using Microns for everyday use, we suggest switching to a heavier nib such as the 08 (0.50mm) style and getting into the practice of using lighter hand pressure when writing. We also suggest you try switching to our Gelly Rollâ pens or Sumo grip product that are ideally suited for everyday writing use.” Sakura of America, Attn: Defective product 30780 San Clemente St. Hayward CA 94544 CustomerService@sakuraofamerica.com
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