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Conductive Pens

These conductive pens dispense conductive paint pigmented with either carbon, nickel, or silver. Each pigment provides a different resistivity, making each pen suitable for different applications. The valve-tip opens when pressed against a drawing surface and the flow is controlled by squeezing the barrel. These pens are designed for use on smooth, flat, hard surfaces; however, the cured traces have excellent flexibility.

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All three conductive paint pens are commonly used as circuit board trace repair pens; however, they are also highly useful in prototyping applications.

The conductive paints contained in these pens are also available in liquid and aerosol formats.

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Conductive Paint Pens
838AR-P - Carbon Conductive Pen

838AR-P – Carbon Conductive Pen

A circuit repair pen that dispenses acrylic lacquer pigmented with conductive carbon. The cured traces are durable and corrosion resistant, with fair conductivity. They adhere well to plastics and most electronics substrates. The valve tip opens when pressed against a surface, and the flow is controlled by squeezing the barrel. The product works best on a smooth, flat, hard surface, but the cured traces are highly flexible.

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841AR-P - Nickel Conductive Pen

841AR-P – Nickel Conductive Pen

This nickel conductive pen is a circuit board trace repair pen that dispenses acrylic lacquer pigmented with conductive nickel flakes. The cured traces are durable, corrosion resistant, and have good conductivity. They adhere well to plastics and most electronics substrates. The valve tip opens when pressed against a surface, and the flow is controlled by squeezing the barrel. The product works best on a smooth, flat, hard surface, but the cured traces are highly flexible.

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Silver Conductive Pen

842AR-P – Silver Conductive Pen

A silver conductive pen that dispenses acrylic lacquer pigmented with highly conductive silver flakes. The cured traces are durable, corrosion resistant, and highly conductive. They adhere well to plastics and most electronics substrates. The valve tip opens when pressed against a surface, and the flow is controlled by squeezing the barrel. The product works best on a smooth, flat, hard surface, but the cured circuits are highly flexible.

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838AR-P - Carbon Conductive Pen

838AR-P – Carbon Conductive Pen

A circuit repair pen that dispenses acrylic lacquer pigmented with conductive carbon. The cured traces are durable and corrosion resistant, with fair conductivity. They adhere well to plastics and most electronics substrates. The valve tip opens when pressed against a surface, and the flow is controlled by squeezing the barrel. The product works best on a smooth, flat, hard surface, but the cured traces are highly flexible.

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841AR-P - Nickel Conductive Pen

841AR-P – Nickel Conductive Pen

This nickel conductive pen is a circuit board trace repair pen that dispenses acrylic lacquer pigmented with conductive nickel flakes. The cured traces are durable, corrosion resistant, and have good conductivity. They adhere well to plastics and most electronics substrates. The valve tip opens when pressed against a surface, and the flow is controlled by squeezing the barrel. The product works best on a smooth, flat, hard surface, but the cured traces are highly flexible.

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Silver Conductive Pen

842AR-P – Silver Conductive Pen

A silver conductive pen that dispenses acrylic lacquer pigmented with highly conductive silver flakes. The cured traces are durable, corrosion resistant, and highly conductive. They adhere well to plastics and most electronics substrates. The valve tip opens when pressed against a surface, and the flow is controlled by squeezing the barrel. The product works best on a smooth, flat, hard surface, but the cured circuits are highly flexible.

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  • 1-part system – These coatings are composed of a single-component, simplifying the application process as no measuring or mixing is required. This ease of use minimizes errors during application, ensuring consistent performance and reducing preparation time for users.
  • Easy to apply – The conductive pens are designed for straightforward application via manual dispense. This versatility makes the process accessible for both professionals and hobbyists.
  • Fast Dry – With a rapid drying time, these coatings help accelerate project timelines by reducing the waiting period between application and handling. This feature is particularly beneficial for high-throughput production environments where time efficiency is crucial.
  • UL registered versions – Some of these conductive paints have UL (Underwriters Laboratories) certification, signifying that they meet rigorous safety and performance standards. This registration provides users with added assurance of product reliability and regulatory compliance, essential for applications in industries where safety is a priority.
  • Does not contain toluene, xylene, or MEK – The exclusion of toluene, xylene, and methyl ethyl ketone (MEK) from these coatings makes them safer for both the user and the environment. These substances are known for their health and environmental risks, so their absence reduces the potential for harmful exposure and aligns with eco-friendly practices.
  • Prototyping and repairing circuits – The versatility of these paints makes them perfect for prototyping and repairing circuits. Whether creating new connections, bridging broken traces, or modifying existing circuit layouts, their ease of application allows for quick and precise adjustments during the design or repair phase.
  • Creating electrical contacts – These coatings can be used to create temporary or permanent electrical contacts, enabling connections where traditional wiring may not be feasible. This capability supports innovative designs in prototyping, wearable technology, and compact electronic devices.
  • Grounding surfaces – Conductive paints are highly effective for grounding surfaces, which is crucial for preventing static buildup and maintaining electrical safety. They can be applied to various substrates to ensure proper grounding in equipment and enclosures, contributing to overall system stability and user protection.
How do I prime the pen to get ink to come out?

First, shake the pen back and forth from the tip to the butt end of the pen and listen for the ball bearing to rattle inside the pen chamber. Shaking redisperses the paint to ensure there’s a homogeneous mixture of conductive flake. Now, take a piece of scrap material and firmly press the pen onto the surface while squeezing the ridged area towards the pen tip. Move the pen back and forth over a small area and eventually, you should see conductive ink flow from the pen tip.

What do I do if the paint has dried up in the pen?

Though rare, the solvent content in conductive pens will sometimes evaporate due to the packaging becoming compromised during shipping. Given the tight dimensions of the pen, it is not practical to try and remedy dried up coating with adding more solvent so instead, we recommend you contact us at [email protected] and we’ll send replacement pens to you at no charge.

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