Thank you so much! I was able to successfully refill my Rotring Rapidograph pen after watching this video. I cleaned the cartridge with my homemade cleaner and the syringe, and then refilled the pen according to your instructions.
I just found out that you can refill without a syringe and needle. I used the Rotring bottled ink with the nozzle. Key is that you tap the cartridge so the first drop slides past the 'obstruction' in the cartridge. You can then slowly squeeze ink from the bottle into the cartridge while holding the cartridge in an angle. Don't obstruct the opening with the nozzle, because air has to come out of the cartridge.
I just bought my first set of Rotring Rapidograph pens and had idea how to get the ink to the nibs the instruction in the package wasn't very helpful, so i decided to check RUclips and your instructions was the most helpful than anybody else's, plus knowing that i can use the same ink cartridge is fabulous !!!! thanks Teoh thanks a million !!!!
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hi, Teoh! i'm VERY happy that you're reviewing tech pens and demonstrating how to refill them. i'm aware you're familiar with Dr. Ph Martin's Bombay ink and it says in the ink's description that it can be used with tech pens. can you do a review/pro's & con's of the bombay ink? should you dilute it in water when refilling in the tech pen or put the ink directly from bottle to tech pen?
thanks a lot. this really helps as I tried filling the pen with the bottle and made a mess. you can save a lot of money using refill as in UK three catridges are £15!
A 23ml Rotring bottle is £6 and can refill 23 times or more. Just be careful and you can save a lot of money. It does not make sense to get the cartridges.
Hello, I have a question about storing the Rapidograph. It is understandable when you say that before a long delay in use, the instrument must be completely washed in a cleaning liquid. But what about the fact that I do not use the pen for several days? Do I need to put the tip itself, or do I need to take it out? How can I prevent the ink in the cartridge from drying out? I tried to leave the cartridge in the pen without the tip (because I am afraid of clogging it), but the ink leaked out, and then the whole pen ended up in ink. Do I need to buy a cap for the cartridge or keep the tip in place?
Hi I just commented on another video before about the comic SP. I am looking to buy a fine liner that I can fill with white ink. I have seen people use white ink in their rotring pens, but they are very expensive considering I just need it for the purpose of a white fine liner. I am wondering if there are any technical drawing pens like this or the Coptic SP that I can fill with a white ink (am going to buy the white rotring ink)
Still so helpful Teoh ! Is it possible to fill it with the black ink bulletproof noodlers? I don't remember if the ink rotring is waterproof. Thank you !
Hi, I am wondering if buying this pen is a better option in terms of feel and value compared to buying standard drawing pen (like micron). To give you idea, in my country, a standard drawing pen I usually get is 1 usd each, and I can finish 3-4 A4 drawings with a single pen. While this pen costs 20-25 usd and the ink costs 5 usd.
Hi Sir; I just got a Rotring Varioscript to draw comic books. The pen I have doesn't have cartridges for the various nibs I was wondering if there is a specific size cartridge I need to buy for the Rotring Varioscript....thank you.
Hi, I looked at some pictures, it looks like you can refill the cartridges, provided you bought those cartridges that are refillable. Some cartridges are disposable. The video you're watching is how refilling is done. The parts of the Rapidograph pen should be same as Varioscript
If you are not using the pen for a long time, wash the pen and keep it. If you want a more thorough cleaning, you can get the Rotring Cleaning Fluid to clean the ink off. Just make sure you cap the pen properly to prevent the pen tip from drying.
I just received today the ink from rothring. And now after I screwed the "nip" at the back of the pen I could remove the inkcatridge. But I had to screw the nip really tight, and now I can not screw it out anymore... I tried it gently with a pilers but its that tight that I might would break the plastic. Any sugestion for screwing it out without damaging the "nip"? Thanks for your reply :-)
You mean the feed section inside the pen? That small tube like thing that allows ink to flow in? If that's stuck, I suggest twisting the ink convertor slightly clockwise and anticlockwise until it moves.
Yeah exactly. I attached a link with the picture of it. The stuff is, that the part which the ink was inside was quiet unmovable so I had to twist it with the clock until it got a bit loose. But at this point I realized that the writing part got stuck really hard... Well I try to move it slovely. I tried already to fix like 10 layers of a isolation tape so I have a better handle to use force on this thin part.... Next time I use your method of storaging it for longer time ;-) Greetings from spain ;-) goo.gl/photos/jm8QER3Ds8HEZ4eR6
I just did it!! I sprayed one zip of WD40 on it and from the side were you would screw it normaly. Then I used a white paper as grip as it doesnt slip on the plastic. Gently movements after 2 minutes released it! Thanks again for your support and the great tutorial ;-)
I just use water to rinse. If you need an extremely thorough cleaning, you can get fountain pen cleaning liquid, or india ink cleaning liquid, from Dr Ph Martin or Rotring.
Thanks Teoh, you're very kind. Yesterday I saw someone refill with acrylic ink (Daler & Rowney) Isograph ( I've never used it) not Rapidograph. I possess the Schmincke AEROCOLOR inks which are colored. I saw your videos and I understand that Isograph are easier to clean. Do you agree ? Thank for all.
From above ..... The ink in them had solidified to a thick paste, but I was able to remove it leaving it perfectly clean, the makers instructions say, Do not try to refill cartridges buy new ? I just wondered why ?
hi, I have a new rapidograph pen but it doesn't work. It has a cartridge that appears to have ink but it doesn't advance to the front of the pen. does a brand new rapidograph need to be filled. the cartridge appears to have ink.
If you're using it for first time, it may take some time for ink to flow to the pen tip. You can shake it (preferable at a sink) to speed up the ink flow.
@@teohyc okay thank you. One last question. The sets are much cheaper. I do drawings like you do. Can you tell me which set you'd prefer? I've listed the sizes below. I'm sorry for the questions, but I can't decide. :) 20 40 60 20 30 50 20 35 70 (this one isn't easily available, but if you prefer it I'd go find it) 23 35 50
+Gayle McCabe It should not be a problem. Just look for inks that don't have shellac, or are specifically mentioned for use in technical or fountain pens.
Important question: Do you know of any pen bodies that are compatible with this tip + cartridge? Also would you say this rollerball is comparable to a pilot v5 precision?
can you please help me i beg!???i have a rotring rollerpoint ef xo and refuse to write although the ink is full in the reservoir and me clean the nose with alcohol !
I have a random question... will you or any of your Singaporean viewers (hello! 😊) know where to buy the O-ring for fountain pen? Specifically, Platinum Preppy... so that can convert the pen into a filler and ditch the cartridge.
it should not be such a PIA to refill a rapidograph. Taking apart tiny pieces, using a syringe? Koh-I-Nor is super easy, I had no idea when I bought this pen that it would be any different. Also a big mess. I am guessing they are trying to sell cartridges.
You can buy a 3 pack of these ink refills for $3.60 on the Rotring Website at www.rotring.com/us/leads-inks-refills/219-rapidograph-ink-4006856590333.html#/model-for_rapidograph/color-black
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Thank you so much! I was able to successfully refill my Rotring Rapidograph pen after watching this video. I cleaned the cartridge with my homemade cleaner and the syringe, and then refilled the pen according to your instructions.
I just found out that you can refill without a syringe and needle. I used the Rotring bottled ink with the nozzle. Key is that you tap the cartridge so the first drop slides past the 'obstruction' in the cartridge. You can then slowly squeeze ink from the bottle into the cartridge while holding the cartridge in an angle. Don't obstruct the opening with the nozzle, because air has to come out of the cartridge.
awesome, save some money and not buy that syringe
Thank you for this 🙏
I just bought my first set of Rotring Rapidograph pens and had idea how to get the ink to the nibs the instruction in the package wasn't very helpful, so i decided to check RUclips and your instructions was the most helpful than anybody else's, plus knowing that i can use the same ink cartridge is fabulous !!!! thanks Teoh thanks a million !!!!
Thx man, always learning something new from you.
Great tutorial, Teoh! I have wanted to switch back to my Rotrings for years but cartridges are way too $$$. And thank you for your work on Parkablogs.
Thank you! I had so much trouble with air bubbles! This will save a lot of $$$
ООО БОЛЬШОЕ СПАСИБО ТЕБЕ!!!!🤩✨✨ ТЫ ЛУЧШИЙ💯💯💯 , ТЫ СПАС МОИ НЕРВНЫЕ КЛЕТКИ , я уже не знал что делать , на русском ютубе такого видео нет , но благодаря тебе у меня теперь все превосходно ОГРОМНЕЙШЕЕ СПАСИБО!!! 🥰🥰🥰❤️❤️❤️
hi, Teoh! i'm VERY happy that you're reviewing tech pens and demonstrating how to refill them. i'm aware you're familiar with Dr. Ph Martin's Bombay ink and it says in the ink's description that it can be used with tech pens. can you do a review/pro's & con's of the bombay ink? should you dilute it in water when refilling in the tech pen or put the ink directly from bottle to tech pen?
I'm not sure if it's save to use Bombay ink in technical pens. I've read that there are people with success though.
Thank You very much for sharing. Used Your instructions and everything went quite well.
fantastic yes i use this method and works perfectly. very clear and intelligent instructions!
how do you clean one of these? btw, thanks for the info on how to refill them
thanks a lot. this really helps as I tried filling the pen with the bottle and made a mess. you can save a lot of money using refill as in UK three catridges are £15!
A 23ml Rotring bottle is £6 and can refill 23 times or more. Just be careful and you can save a lot of money. It does not make sense to get the cartridges.
very true. I have ordered syringe now,1mm. thanks again
Thank you Teoh. Good review as usual.
Thank you for this video
Hello, I have a question about storing the Rapidograph. It is understandable when you say that before a long delay in use, the instrument must be completely washed in a cleaning liquid. But what about the fact that I do not use the pen for several days? Do I need to put the tip itself, or do I need to take it out? How can I prevent the ink in the cartridge from drying out? I tried to leave the cartridge in the pen without the tip (because I am afraid of clogging it), but the ink leaked out, and then the whole pen ended up in ink. Do I need to buy a cap for the cartridge or keep the tip in place?
If it's just several days it should still be alright. The pen cap should be air-tight.
thank U sooo much 4 sharing... I just needed to know that, how to refill the ink...
Still have my original Rotring tech pen set from middle school days. May have to revive them now after this excellent video.
Thank you. That's the answer I was hoping for.
Hello, thank you for this video. I have just bought a set a Rapidograph pens, they are brand new vintage old stock, g
Hi I just commented on another video before about the comic SP. I am looking to buy a fine liner that I can fill with white ink. I have seen people use white ink in their rotring pens, but they are very expensive considering I just need it for the purpose of a white fine liner. I am wondering if there are any technical drawing pens like this or the Coptic SP that I can fill with a white ink (am going to buy the white rotring ink)
You can check out Uniball white gel pens, or Sakura Gelly Roll.
Great video 👍 thank you!
Thanks ... you rescued me!
Realy a helpful video. Thx
Great video thanks!
Hi! I have a STAEDTLER fineliner and I wanted to know if any indian ink works because I can't find the Rotring ink...
Only use inks that mention they are safe for use in fountain pens. Don't use India ink in anything
Still so helpful Teoh ! Is it possible to fill it with the black ink bulletproof noodlers? I don't remember if the ink rotring is waterproof. Thank you !
+Isabelle CADE Rotring ink is waterproof. There is no advantage of Noodlers ink in a Rotring pen.
Oh no. I miss your "Teoh from parkablogs.com" opening. 😅😅😅 but new year, new opening! Bless you.
Ah that was really helpful
Very helpful thank you...
Hi, I am wondering if buying this pen is a better option in terms of feel and value compared to buying standard drawing pen (like micron). To give you idea, in my country, a standard drawing pen I usually get is 1 usd each, and I can finish 3-4 A4 drawings with a single pen. While this pen costs 20-25 usd and the ink costs 5 usd.
It's more economical to buy this pen with a bottle of Rotring ink (300ml).
you can put the needle on the Ink bottle and don't need the syringe
Hi Sir; I just got a Rotring Varioscript to draw comic books. The pen I have doesn't have cartridges for the various nibs I was wondering if there is a specific size cartridge I need to buy for the Rotring Varioscript....thank you.
Hi, I looked at some pictures, it looks like you can refill the cartridges, provided you bought those cartridges that are refillable. Some cartridges are disposable. The video you're watching is how refilling is done. The parts of the Rapidograph pen should be same as Varioscript
Hi! :) how is maintenance done? if I do not use the rapidograph for a long time what should I do to prevent it from drying? :)
If you are not using the pen for a long time, wash the pen and keep it. If you want a more thorough cleaning, you can get the Rotring Cleaning Fluid to clean the ink off. Just make sure you cap the pen properly to prevent the pen tip from drying.
Thanks a lot Teoh Yi Chie!!!! You saved me quiete some bucks ;-)
Thanks ;-)
I just received today the ink from rothring. And now after I screwed the "nip" at the back of the pen I could remove the inkcatridge. But I had to screw the nip really tight, and now I can not screw it out anymore... I tried it gently with a pilers but its that tight that I might would break the plastic.
Any sugestion for screwing it out without damaging the "nip"?
Thanks for your reply :-)
You mean the feed section inside the pen? That small tube like thing that allows ink to flow in? If that's stuck, I suggest twisting the ink convertor slightly clockwise and anticlockwise until it moves.
Yeah exactly. I attached a link with the picture of it. The stuff is, that the part which the ink was inside was quiet unmovable so I had to twist it with the clock until it got a bit loose. But at this point I realized that the writing part got stuck really hard...
Well I try to move it slovely. I tried already to fix like 10 layers of a isolation tape so I have a better handle to use force on this thin part....
Next time I use your method of storaging it for longer time ;-)
Greetings from spain ;-)
goo.gl/photos/jm8QER3Ds8HEZ4eR6
I just did it!! I sprayed one zip of WD40 on it and from the side were you would screw it normaly. Then I used a white paper as grip as it doesnt slip on the plastic. Gently movements after 2 minutes released it!
Thanks again for your support and the great tutorial ;-)
have you used the Staedtler tech pens? what is their difference with the Rotring tech pens?
+kieren024 I've not used them before. Not sure what is the difference
What sepia ink should you use in a Rapidograph
How did you clean out the cartridge?
I just use water to rinse. If you need an extremely thorough cleaning, you can get fountain pen cleaning liquid, or india ink cleaning liquid, from Dr Ph Martin or Rotring.
Hi Teohi, can you tell me please if is possible to refill the rapidograph with acrylic ink.
+stefania raggio Not sure about that. What properties are you looking for in the acrylic ink?
I wish it was absolutely waterproof. I would use it to outline drawings on rocks and pebbles.
Sorry, Rotring ink (waterproof) does not work well on acrylics colors.
+stefania raggio I'm not sure is acrylic would spoil the pen or not. I've not heard of acrylic pens though, probably for a reason.
Thanks Teoh, you're very kind. Yesterday I saw someone refill with acrylic ink (Daler & Rowney) Isograph ( I've never used it) not Rapidograph. I possess the Schmincke AEROCOLOR inks which are colored. I saw your videos and I understand that Isograph are easier to clean. Do you agree ? Thank for all.
From above ..... The ink in them had solidified to a thick paste, but I was able to remove it leaving it perfectly clean, the makers instructions say, Do not try to refill cartridges buy new ? I just wondered why ?
They want people to spend money. You can reuse ink cartridges.
Teoh Yi Chie Thank you !
can you use inkjet ink refill?
hi, I have a new rapidograph pen but it doesn't work. It has a cartridge that appears to have ink but it doesn't advance to the front of the pen. does a brand new rapidograph need to be filled. the cartridge appears to have ink.
If you're using it for first time, it may take some time for ink to flow to the pen tip. You can shake it (preferable at a sink) to speed up the ink flow.
@@teohyc I had to use a device to pierce the cartridge. Inserting the pen tip didn’t do the job.
@@teohyc thanks for your reply. I think using the refillable might be easier than cartridges
So they are both technically refillable.
Why do they make the isographs also then?
Which do you prefer?
I prefer the Isograph design
@@teohyc okay thank you.
One last question.
The sets are much cheaper. I do drawings like you do. Can you tell me which set you'd prefer? I've listed the sizes below.
I'm sorry for the questions, but I can't decide. :)
20 40 60
20 30 50
20 35 70 (this one isn't easily available, but if you prefer it I'd go find it)
23 35 50
@@XtianApi 20 35 70 is nice. You'll want the lines to be visibly different to others in terms of thickness.
@@teohyc awesome. Thank you so much. I really love your channel and style. It inspires me.
Hi, is it possible to use sepia ink/ink cartridges and which ones? Thanks.
+Gayle McCabe It should not be a problem. Just look for inks that don't have shellac, or are specifically mentioned for use in technical or fountain pens.
oh and how will you know if an ink is already expired? (since no ink product has expiration information with them...)
I'm not sure if there's any expiration date for ink.
Important question: Do you know of any pen bodies that are compatible with this tip + cartridge?
Also would you say this rollerball is comparable to a pilot v5 precision?
+Joshua Igin The parts for this pen are made only for this pen.
Thanks for the response.
I use pilot v5's. And they are great. I wish there were a way to get a similar tip on a premium body that I could refill.
Hai teoh.. Rotring rapidograph & isograph it's use same ink or different?
Same ink
@@teohyc that's its waterproof right? Can use with watercolour too?
@@bapakchannel8084 If you use Roting ink, it's waterproof when dry
can you please help me i beg!???i have a rotring rollerpoint ef xo and refuse to write although the ink is full in the reservoir and me clean the nose with alcohol !
Maybe put the tip in some hot warm and see if it "loosens" up.
I have a random question... will you or any of your Singaporean viewers (hello! 😊) know where to buy the O-ring for fountain pen? Specifically, Platinum Preppy... so that can convert the pen into a filler and ditch the cartridge.
+PositivelyNice Are you from Singapore? Perhaps you can try calling Straits Art, or just look online, try eBay, jetpens, gouletpens
Teoh Yi Chie thank you so much! Yes, I should call. 😊
Is it possible to refill with cheap feather pen cartdiges ? Will it damage the pen ?
Not sure about that. Probably not if you use the right ink. Basically don't use pigmented inks.
@@teohyc you're a life saver, thank you so much 🙏🙏
I've been told an ultrasonic cleaner works well for cleaning this pen.
Where can i buy the ink?i from malaysia...not easy to find in malaysia....
Im not sure if Artfriend has it or not since I bought my sets from there.
What ink can i use for my Staedtler rapidograph?? can i use normal ink?
Rotring ink if you want it to be waterproof. If not, normal fountain pen ink will do.
I just bought an isograph set. Can i use fountain pen ink fine in it?
Yes you can
will the fountain pen ink spoil the pen? I'm really worry because these pens are expensive.
Can you make tutorial how to refill copic sp cartridge? tq
Just open the back and pour in the Copic ink from refill bottles.
it should not be such a PIA to refill a rapidograph. Taking apart tiny pieces, using a syringe? Koh-I-Nor is super easy, I had no idea when I bought this pen that it would be any different. Also a big mess. I am guessing they are trying to sell cartridges.
Does anyone know if the pen only works with the rotring ink, or can I use normal nankin?
It works with Rotring ink
I live in Thousand Oaks CA. Where can I purchase this ink?
+Bob Ricker You can look for them on Amazon. There are links in my video description
You can buy a 3 pack of these ink refills for $3.60 on the Rotring Website at www.rotring.com/us/leads-inks-refills/219-rapidograph-ink-4006856590333.html#/model-for_rapidograph/color-black
Its much cheaper than Amazon.
+Bob Ricker, I live in Ventura, there's an art shop in Aguora Hills that has these.
Can you refill pentel pocket brush pen with this ink?
Yes
@@teohyc thank you for replying
僕も同じことをしました。
I did the same thing.
我也做了同样的事情
but there's cartridges you can buy on Amazon
Cartridges are more expensive in the long run. You can buy a bottle of ink for $15 USD and that can last for months, even up to a year.
@@teohyc I understand now, thank you for your feedback.
I remember when I tried this years ago, the ink started to leak
BIGOTE these pens need regular cleaning.
@@bennyvermeulen7255 ir doesn't matter, if you are reusing the cartridge it will leak
well shit I tightened the needle too much c: