Marker POSCA PC-5BR Brush, white, semi-flexible foam tip, stroke 1.0–4 mm

POSCA PC-5BR Brush in white is a brush-style pigment marker with a semi-flexible foam tip that produces stroke widths from 1.0 to 4 mm. The opaque, water-based pigment ink provides uniform coverage on a wide range of surfaces and dries to a matt finish that is lightfast. Designed for tasks that require brush-like control with the convenience of a marker, the PC-5BR combines precision and versatility for illustration, lettering, touch-ups and mixed-media applications.

Advantages

The semi-flexible foam brush tip adapts to pressure and angle, allowing both fine lines and broader strokes with a single tool. The pigment-based, waterborne ink is highly opaque in white and conceals underlying colours and textures, making it effective for corrections and highlights. The marker is suitable for many materials and provides consistent ink flow with minimal bleeding when used on appropriate surfaces.

Suitable for

• Illustration and sketching where brush-like strokes are required
• Hand lettering, calligraphy and sign writing
• Mixed-media artwork combining paper, cardboard, wood and primed surfaces
• Touch-ups, highlights and corrections on dark or coloured backgrounds

When it may not be suitable

This marker is not intended for use on non-porous, high-gloss plastics or oily surfaces without prior surface preparation; adhesion and drying may be compromised. For extremely fine technical drawing below 1.0 mm or very wide coverage beyond 4 mm in a single stroke, a different tip size or tool may be more appropriate.

Key specifications

• Tip type: semi-flexible foam brush tip
• Stroke width: approximately 1.0–4 mm depending on pressure and angle
• Ink type: water-based pigment ink, opaque white
• Finish: matt when dry
• Suitable surfaces: paper, cardboard, primed wood, canvas, and many other porous or prepared surfaces

How to use

Shake the marker well before use to mix the pigment evenly. Press the tip gently on a test surface to start the ink flow, and adjust pressure and angle to vary stroke width between fine and broad lines. Work on clean, dry surfaces; for non-porous or glossy materials, lightly abrade or prime the area first to improve adhesion. Cap the marker after use to prevent the tip from drying out.

What to consider before purchase

• Whether the 1.0–4 mm stroke range matches your required line widths
• Compatibility with the surfaces you plan to use (porous vs non-porous)
• Need for opaque white coverage for highlights or corrections

Usage recommendations

For consistent results, test the marker on a scrap of the same material before working on the final piece. Allow pigment layers to dry between applications to avoid smudging, and store horizontally to maintain even ink distribution in the tip.