POSCA Pigment Marker PC-5BR Brush, brown, semi-flexible foam tip, line 1.0–4 mm, 1 pc

POSCA Pigment Marker PC-5BR Brush is a single brown pigment marker with a semi-flexible foam brush tip that creates strokes from approximately 1.0 to 4 mm. The marker uses water-based, opaque pigment ink that adheres to both light and dark surfaces and dries to a matte finish. It is suitable for illustration, lettering, crafts and marking on a variety of materials including paper, wood, metal and glass.

Advantages

The semi-flexible foam brush tip combines the control of a fine point with the coverage of a broader tip, allowing for variable line widths and smooth transitions between thin and broad strokes. The water-based pigment ink provides good opacity on dark backgrounds, resists fading, and produces uniform, matte-coloured marks. The brush-style tip adapts to pressure and angle, enabling expressive strokes while maintaining consistent ink flow.

Suitable for

• Illustration and sketching where variable line width is required
• Hand lettering, calligraphy accents and sign writing
• Craft projects on paper, wood and cardboard
• Marking and decorating metal, glass and ceramic surfaces

When it may not be suitable

This marker may not be suitable where permanent solvent-based ink is required, for applications needing extreme abrasion resistance or for fabrics that will undergo frequent machine washing without a fixative. Very fine technical drawing that requires consistent micron-level lines narrower than 1.0 mm may be better served by a dedicated fineliner.

Key specifications

• Tip type: brush-style semi-flexible foam tip
• Line width: approximately 1.0–4 mm (variable with pressure and angle)
• Ink type: water-based opaque pigment ink
• Finish: matte, high-opacity coverage on light and dark surfaces
• Usable on: paper, wood, metal, glass, ceramic and other porous and non-porous surfaces

How to use

Shake the marker with the cap on for 10–20 seconds to mix the pigment. Press the tip gently on a scrap surface to activate the ink and allow a few seconds for ink flow to stabilise. Vary pressure and angle to produce thin hairlines or broader strokes; use light pressure for finer lines and increased pressure or a flatter angle for wider coverage. Recap after use to prevent the tip from drying.

What to consider before purchase

• Desired line width range and whether 1.0–4 mm meets project needs
• Surface types you plan to work on and whether a water-based pigment is acceptable
• Need for fade resistance and opacity on dark backgrounds
• Whether a more permanent or solvent-based marker is required for heavy-duty industrial use

Usage recommendations

For best results on non-porous surfaces like glass or metal, allow the ink to dry fully and consider sealing with a compatible varnish if permanence is required. Store horizontally to maintain even ink distribution in the brush tip.