Fineliner pen Sakura Pigma Micron 05, red, tip 0.45 mm, permanent pigment ink

The Sakura Pigma Micron 05 fineliner in red features a 0.45 mm metal-clad tip and permanent pigment-based ink designed for accurate, consistent line work. This single-piece fineliner is intended for technical drawing, illustration, drafting, and archival note-taking where water-resistant and fade-resistant ink is required. The quick-drying formula reduces smudging and is suitable for use on paper and similar surfaces where fine, precise lines are needed.

Advantages

The pen delivers a stable 0.45 mm line width with minimal variation, enabling precise cross-hatching, lettering, and detailed illustrations. Pigment-based permanent ink offers water resistance and lightfastness, which supports archival quality and long-term legibility. The fineliner’s rigid tip and single-piece construction provide control and durability for repetitive, professional use.

Suitable for

• Technical drawing and drafting
• Architectural and engineering sketches
• Illustration, comic art and inking
• Note-taking, annotations and planners
• Archival documents, scrapbooking and record keeping

When it may not be suitable

This fineliner is optimized for fine-line work and may not be suitable for broad coverage, filling large areas, or calligraphy styles that require flexible nibs. The metal-clad tip and fixed 0.45 mm point are not ideal for producing variable line widths or brush-like strokes.

Key specifications

• Tip size: 0.45 mm
• Ink type: pigment-based, permanent
• Line character: fine, consistent
• Colour: red
• Drying behavior: quick-drying, reduced smudging

How to use

Shake is not required; remove the cap and hold the pen at a comfortable angle to the paper. Use light, controlled pressure for consistent 0.45 mm lines; apply slightly more pressure only for marginally darker strokes, but avoid pressing hard to prevent tip damage. Allow a few seconds for the pigment ink to dry before touching or layering other media. Replace the cap after use to prevent drying out.

What to consider before purchase

• Intended use: confirm you need a fine 0.45 mm permanent red line rather than a broader or flexible-tip pen
• Surface compatibility: best on paper and similar porous surfaces; performance may vary on coated or non-porous surfaces
• Archival needs: pigment ink offers water resistance and lightfastness suitable for long-term records

Usage recommendations

For best results, test the pen on a scrap of the same paper to check ink absorption and drying time. Use in combination with pencil guidelines for precise layouts and erase graphite only after ink has fully dried.